List of Finnish Universities and Universities of Applied SciencesUniversities in Finland
This page lists all officially recognized higher education institutions in Finland accredited by the Chinese Ministry of Education. Due to the large number of schools, they have been categorized and organized across multiple pages.
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University of Helsinki (UH)
Finland's oldest and largest university, renowned internationally in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and medicine. Multiple Nobel laureates have studied or taught here.
University of Tampere
Tampere University (TAU)
Founded in 2019 through the merger of the University of Tampere and Tampere University of Applied Sciences. Renowned for strengths in medicine, health sciences, social sciences, and education. Known for interdisciplinary research.
University of Turku
University of Turku (UTU)
Finland's second-largest university, excelling in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and medicine. Located on Finland's southwest coast with a rich cultural and historical heritage.
University of Eastern Finland
University of Eastern Finland (UEF)
One of Finland's leading multidisciplinary research universities, with approximately 17,000 degree-seeking students. Renowned for excellence in environmental science, forestry, photonics, and health sciences, it hosts around 1,700 international students from 100 countries.
University of Jyväskylä
University of Jyväskylä (JYU)
A leading international university in Central Finland, renowned for education, sports science, information technology, and natural sciences. With approximately 17,000 students, its scenic campus is located in the heart of Finland's lake district, making it one of the country's most popular universities.
University of Lapland
University of Lapland
Finland's northernmost university, located in Rovaniemi, the hometown of Santa Claus. Specializes in Arctic studies, education, law, art and design, tourism, and social sciences. The campus features 8 art galleries and 2 restaurants.
Key Points for Study Abroad Applications
Application Time
- Master's applications: typically close between 12 and mid-1 of the following year.
- Admission Results: Released in 3-4
- Fall semester: Classes begin in 9
Language requirements
- IELTS: Generally 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
- TOEFL: Typically requires a score of 92 (internet-based).
- Some majors have higher requirements; please refer to each university's official website for details.
Tuition Reference
- Bachelor's degree: Approximately 6,000-18,000 EUR/year (about 4.5-13 RMB)
- Master's: approximately 8,000-25,000 EUR/year (approximately 6-18 RMB)
- Tuition-free for EU/EEA students
Visa Information
- Apply for a student residence permit if you study for more than 3 months.
- Admission letter, financial proof, and insurance required.
- Graduates can apply for a 2-year post-study work visa.
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