Universities
Ready to stand out? Study in Finland and kickstart your future with world-class education, inspiring ideas, and unforgettable experiences.
Discover a country where cutting-edge research, inspiring campuses, and vibrant student life come together. Finland’s 13 universities and 22 universities of applied sciences (UAS), with over 30,000 international students, offer more than 600 English-taught bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes for you to choose from.
With modern learning environments, free libraries, and inclusive student communities, Finland offers an outstanding study experience at an affordable cost. The quality of higher education in Finland is ensured and monitored by FINEEC (Finnish Education Evaluation Centre).
Finnish universities are globally recognized for academic excellence and innovation, offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral (PhD) studies rooted in world-class research. Universities of applied sciences (UAS) focus on hands-on learning, strong industry connections, and real-world problem-solving—all designed to launch your career with confidence.
Bachelor’s degrees typically take 3 years at universities and 3.5–4.5 years at UAS. Master’s degrees last 2 years at universities and 1–1.5 years at UAS (with 2 years of work experience required for UAS master’s). Doctoral studies usually take about 4 years.
Ready to start your journey?
Explore all English-taught programmes and application details at Studyinfo.fi or directly through Finnish universities.
Study in Finland — where curiosity, creativity, and innovation shape the future.
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
VAMK is an international university with 4000 students in the middle of the Nordic's largest energy cluster. Cosy campus where you will feel right at home, lively student community, and trainee positions in top global companies will welcome you with open arms.
Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences SeAMK
- Agriculture, forestry, fisheries and veterinary
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
SEAMK - Seinäjoki University of Applied Sciences is located in the progressively expansive city of Seinäjoki. SEAMK facilitates the development of future skilled professionals by providing higher education in 6 different fields. 7 degree programmes are taught in English.
Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Services
Haaga-Helia is a strongly business-oriented university. With us, you can become an expert in business, tourism, hotel and restaurant management, information technology or sports coaching and management. Our goal is to provide students with the skills and mindset to succeed in the world of tomorrow.
Humak University of Applied Sciences
- Education
- Health and welfare
Humak University of Applied Sciences is specializing in the development of expertise in adventure and outdoor education, youth and NGO work, work community development, entrepreneurship in cultural management and creative industries, and the interpreting sector.
Jamk University of Applied Sciences
- Business, administration and law
- Engineering, manufacturing and construction
- Health and welfare
- Information and Communication Technologies
- Services
Jamk University of Applied Sciences is an international higher education institution with expertise in 8 different fields of study. The facilities at Jamk combine a relaxed atmosphere with high technology. Our four campuses are small but international, like the city of Jyväskylä in Central Finland.