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WEBP.O. Box 4 (Yliopistonkatu 3) 00014 University of Helsinki Switchboard: +358 (0) 2941 911 (mobile call charge / local network charge) The University of Helsinki is the oldest and largest institution of academic education and research in Finland. It is a scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers.
Admissions and education | University of Helsinki
WEBAdmissions and education. Get a degree at one of the world's top 1% universities. Explore the wide variety of our master's and doctoral programmes, or find out more about the Bachelor’s Programme in Science. To keep updated about the application dates and processes, subscribe to our Admissions Newsletter.
For international students | University of Helsinki
WEBStudy for the world. At the University of Helsinki, we believe that the power of knowledge can change attitudes, people and society – for the world. Our goal is to produce and share high-impact knowledge that contributes to solving global challenges affecting us all. See how our students make an impact. Our core values.
Open university | University of Helsinki
WEBOpen university enrolment and fees. Open university in brief. Whether your goal is to strengthen your professional competence, switch careers or graduate faster, the Open University is there for you. We can also help you find out which branch of science inspires you the most. Be open to new thinking.
Apply to bachelor's and master's programmes - University of …
WEBApplication dates. Bachelor's Programme in Science: For studies starting in autumn 2025, the application period for Admission Group 2 (based on the grades of the Finnish matriculation examination, RP- or DIA-examination administered in Finland, or IB- or EB-diploma) is on 11–25 March 2025. For others, the application period is from 2 to 16 ...
Apply to International master's programmes - University of Helsinki
WEBOur International Master's Programmes have one intake per academic year. You can only submit your application during the application period. The application period for studies starting in autumn 2025 is from 2 to 16 January 2025. To keep updated about future application dates and processes, sign up for our admission reminder, news and advice.
Apply to doctoral programmes | University of Helsinki
WEBApply to doctoral programmes. The University of Helsinki Doctoral School has 33 doctoral programmes. Doctoral study rights are applied to from the programmes. Study rights are applicable 2–5 times a year, depending on the doctoral programme. Call for applications for new university-funded doctoral researcher positions is opened once a year.
Search for programmes and courses | University of Helsinki
WEBThis search tool allows you to explore the wide range of degree programmes and other educational possibilities offered by the University of Helsinki. It includes all our bachelor’s, master's, and doctoral programmes as well as courses and modules from the Open university. Use the free keyword search to find what you want, e.g. psychology or ...
Explore our International Master's Programmes - University of …
WEBIn the Master’s Programme in English Studies at the University of Helsinki, you develop your expertise in areas that are often separated in other programmes: English language and linguistics, literature in English and the teaching of English. You can also combine modules from other programmes to your degree, for example, Digital Humanities ...
Studies available in English | University of Helsinki
WEBYou can easily get by in Helsinki with English but learning the local language will give you more career options and can make your stay more rewarding. The University of Helsinki offers free Finnish language courses for enrolled exchange, visiting and international degree students. They are a fun way to learn the language, network with other ...