Universities Study in Finland NATURALLY FINLAND

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1 Study in Finland NATURALLY FINLAND

2 Foreword Finnish universities promote free research and provide research-led education. The universities educate students to serve their country and humanity. in Finland are either independent corporations under public law or foundations under private law. They enjoy distinctive autonomy. are financed mainly from the government budget, but they also seek supplementary external funding. There are 16 universities in Finland operating under the Ministry of Education and Culture: 10 multi-faculty universities 2 universities of technology 1 separate business school and 3 art universities. page 3 confer Bachelor s degrees (3 years, 180 ECTS credits), Master s degrees (2 years, 120 ECTS credits) and Doctoral degrees (4 years, 240 ECTS credits). page 26 fees from non-eu/eea nationals in certain degree programmes in English. Students enrolled in these Master s programmes can apply for institutional scholarships. The Centre for International Mobility CIMO provides designated scholarships for doctoral-level studies and research at Finnish universities. More information is available at: Finnish higher education institutions select their students independently. Procedures and practices vary from one university and faculty to another. To apply to an international Master s degree programme in a Finnish university, check the entrance requirements of each institution, as the requirements vary between the universities, and they may also vary according to the programme. Finnish universities provide over 200 Master s degree programmes page 16 and over 30 page 23 doctoral programmes in English. Degree education is free at Bachelor s level and doctorate level, also for international students. On Master s level, institutions may charge tuition Generally, you will need to have a Bachelor s degree in a corresponding subject and a good command of English (an acceptable TOEFL/IELTS score) to apply to a Master s programme. The universities have introduced a joint application service at However, some institutions still require direct applications. Centre for International Mobility CIMO P.O. Box 343, FI Helsinki, Finland Street address: Hakaniemenranta 6 Tel (switchboard) Fax cimoinfo@cimo.fi CIMO Information Services telephone helpline Tue Thu hours GMT Kopijyvä Oy 8,000. ISSN (Print), ISSN (Online) 2

3 Aalto University Aalto University, established in 2010, is a new multidisciplinary science, business and art community. The university was created through a merger of three leading universities in Finland: the Helsinki School of Economics, the University of Art and Design Helsinki, and the Helsinki University of Technology. Aalto University offers you the highest level of education in business and economics, art and design, and technology and engineering. You can study combinations of these disciplines within the framework of your own degree. Aalto University consists of six schools: School of Arts, Design and Architecture, School of Business, School of Chemical Technology, School of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, and School of Science. Fields of education: Art and Design, Business and Economics, Science and Technology Bachelor s Degree Programmes in English: International Business Master s Degree Programmes in English: Field of Art and Design: Applied Art and Design, Creative Sustainability, Design for Theatre, Film and Television: Costume Design / Production Design / Scenography, Environmental Art, Fashion and Clothing Design, Film and Television: Screenwriting for Film and Television, Furniture Design, Graphic Design: Media Concept Design / Visual Communication Design, Industrial and Strategic Design, New Media, International Design Business Management, New Media, New Media: Game Design and Production, Photography, Sound in New Media, Spatial Design, Textile Art and Design, Visual Culture Field of Business and Economics: Accounting, Corporate Communication, Creative Sustainability, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information and Service Management, International Design Business Management, Management and International Business, Marketing, Strategy Field of Science and Technology: Bioinformatics, Bioproduct Technology, Brain and Mind, Communications Ecosystem, Communications Engineering, Creative Sustainability, Electrical Engineering, Foundations of Advanced Computing, Geoinformatics, International Design Business Management, Machine Learning and Data Mining, Managing Spatial Change, Mechanical Engineering, Micro and Nanotechnology, Mobile Computing - Services and Security, Physics of Advanced Materials, Process Systems Engineering, Radio Science and Engineering, Real Estate Investment and Finance, Service Design and Engineering, Service Management and Engineering, Strategy, Structural Engineering 3

4 International Double Degrees: Master s Programmes in: Applied and Engineering Mathematics (N5TeAM) / ICT Innovation (EIT ICT Labs Master School) Master s Degree Programmes in: Communicative Electronics for Smart Environment Technologies / Computational and Systems Biology (eusysbio) (Erasmus Mundus) / Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT) (Erasmus Mundus) / Security and Mobile Computing (NordSecMob) (Erasmus Mundus) / Space Science and Technology (SpaceMaster) (Erasmus Mundus) Nordic Master Programmes in: Environmental Engineering / Innovative and Sustainable Energy Engineering / Maritime Engineering / Sustainable Urban Transitions Double Degree Programme in: Management and Business Administration with IAG- Louvain School of Management / Business Administration with University of Cologne Doctoral Programmes in Art and Design, Chemical Technology, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Science Web: studies.aalto.fi/en Åbo Akademi University Åbo Akademi University is an internationally acknowledged research university and the only Swedish-language multidisciplinary university in Finland. Åbo Akademi University provides research and education in most disciplines, and the abundant supply enables multidisciplinary entities in both research and education. ÅAU has an acknowledged position at the forefront of research in areas such as biosciences, computer science, democracy, human rights, material sciences, process chemistry and psychology. ÅAU provides a unique environment for research and education in the historical campus areas of Åbo (Turku in Finnish), Vasa (Vaasa) and Jakobstad (Pietarsaari). With its 7,000 students, Åbo Akademi University is international, inspiring and unique. Fields of education: Humanities, Psychology, Educational Sciences, Theology, Social Sciences, Law, Economics, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Natural Sciences, Engineering and Information Technology Master s Degree Programmes in English: Biomedical Imaging, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic and Mobile Commerce, Embedded Computing, Human Rights Law, Peace, Mediation and Conflict Research, Software Engineering Web: /master 4

5 Hanken School of Economics Hanken School of Economics is an internationally accredited leading institution of economics and business administration. Founded more than one hundred years ago, we are one of the oldest business schools in the Nordic countries. The share of international students at Hanken is high, contributing to the inter- national atmosphere of this research-intensive school. At our two campuses, we offer academic degrees on all levels as well as executive education for professionals. Close contacts to the business world give a practical relevance to all our work. Fields of education: Economics, Business Administration, Business and Management Master s Degree Programmes in English: Corporate Governance, Economics, Financial Economics, Intellectual Property Law, International Management and Strategy, Marketing, Quantitative Finance Web: Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) Lappeenranta University of Technology (LUT) was founded in Ever since, it has brought together technology and economics in a pioneering spirit. Green energy and technology, the creation of sustainable competitiveness and operation as a hub of international Russian relations are the focus areas of the university. 7,000 students, teachers and researches form its international scientific community. Demanding, current issues like curbing climate change, availability of clean water and continuous availability of energy are the aims of the technology and business solutions LUT produces. The wellbeing of the world moves us. In the disciplines of economics and management LUT concentrates in sustainable value creation through fostering innovations and continuous renewal - competitiveness. 5

6 Fields of education: Engineering, Business Administration Master s Degree Programmes in English: Chemical and Process Engineering, Energy Technology, Global Management of Innovation and Technology, Information Technology, International Marketing Management (MIMM), Strategy, Innovation and Sustainability (MSIS), Mechanical Engineering, Strategic Finance (MSF), Technomathematics, Technical Physics Web: /masters Tampere University of Technology Tampere University of Technology (TUT) conducts scientific research in technology and architecture and provides higher education within these fields. TUT is a national and international pioneer in the development of technology and a sought-after partner in the scientific community and business life. TUT offers its students an opportunity for a broad, cross-disciplinary education. Competent Masters of Science of Technology and Architecture as well as Doctors of Technology and Philosophy graduate from TUT to work in key braches of industry, especially in the technology industries and in tasks related to the built environment. In terms of student numbers, the largest of study at TUT are information technology and electrical, mechanical, automation and civil engineering. Fields of education: Engineering, architecture Master s Degree Programmes in English: Architecture, Biomedical Engineering, Business and Technology, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Machine Automation, Materials Science, Science and Bioengineering Web: /admissions 6

7 University of Helsinki The University of Helsinki is the leading versatile research university in Finland continuously ranking in the world s top 100. The high-quality research carried out by the university creates new knowledge for educating diverse specialists in various fields, and makes a solid foundation for social decision-making and successful operations in the business sec- tor. The university, with 35,000 students and almost 5,000 researchers and teachers, operates on four campuses in Helsinki. Founded in 1640, the University of Helsinki wants to strengthen its position among the world s leading multidisciplinary research universities and to actively promote fair society and the well-being of humanity. Fields of education: Agriculture and Forestry, Dentistry, Economics, Educational Sciences, Humanities, Law, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Pharmacy, Psychology, Social Sciences, Theology, Veterinary Medicine Master s Degree Programmes in English: Adult Education and Developmental Work Research, Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry, Algorithms and Machine Learning, Atmosphere-Biosphere Studies, Bayesian Statistics and Decision Analysis, Bioinformatics, Biomathematics, Biotechnology, Democracy and Global Transformations, Economics, Economy, State and Society; Environment and Natural Resources, Ethnic Relations, Cultural Diversity and Integration, European Studies, Food of Life, Food Sciences, Forest Sciences and Business, International Business Law and Public International Law, Intercultural Encounters, Media and Global Communication, Modeling Molecules and Nanosystems, Multidisciplinary Studies on Urban Environmental Issues, Networking and Services, Neuroscience, Plant Production Science, Religious Roots of Europe, Research Master s Programme in Social Sciences, Space Sciences, Theological Work in Church and Society, Translational Medicine Doctoral Degree Programmes in English: All doctoral programmes at the University of Helsinki can be carried out in English. Web: 7

8 University of Eastern Finland The University of Eastern Finland, UEF, is a multidisciplinary research university with an extensive network of foreign partners. With its 15,000 students and a staff of 2,800, the UEF is one of the largest universities in Finland. The university has campuses in the cities of Joensuu, Kuopio and Savonlinna. The UEF has four faculties: the Philosophical Faculty, the Faculty of Science and Forestry, the Faculty of Health Sciences, and the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. The university offers instruction in more than 100 major subjects. A range of programmes are taught in English, and the university hosts about 1,200 international students annually. The UEF offers its students an international and lively study environment and state-ofthe-art facilities. Fields of education: Theology, Humanities, Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Psychology, Educational Sciences, Natural Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry, Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences, Pharmacy Master s Degree Programmes in English: Atmosphere-Biosphere Studies, Bio-Economy and Natural Resources Management, Border Crossings: Global and Local Societes in Transition, Clinical Linguistics (Erasmus Mundus), Colour in Informatics and Media Technology (Erasmus Mundus), Computational Biomedical Engineering, Early Language Education for Intercultural Communication, English Language and Culture, Environmental Biology, Environmental Policy and Law, European Forestry (Erasmus Mundus), Forestry and Environmental Engineering (CBU*), General Toxicology and Environmental Health Risk Assessment, Health and Business, Health Promotion in Nursing Science, Information and Communications Technology (CBU*), Information Technology, Innovation Management, Linguistic Sciences, Educational Sciences, Optics in Science and Technology, Photonics, Public Health, Public Health (CBU*), Public Health Nutrition, Research Chemists, Service Management, Transatlantic Forestry Master, Wood Material Science. * CBU = the Finnish-Russian Cross-Border University Examples of Doctoral Degree Programmes Taught in English: Business and Management, Educational Technology and Learning Environments, Environmental Health, Law, Molecular Medicine, Photonics, etc. Web: 8

9 University of Jyväskylä The University of Jyväskylä is one of the largest and most popular multidisciplinary universities in Finland. It is an internationally recognized research university which focuses on human and natural sciences. The University hosts approximately 15,000 degree students from all over Finland and from nearly 100 countries around the world. The University s seven faculties offer a total of 80 major subjects and more than 100 minor subjects, including several international Master s JYVÄSKYLÄN YLIOPISTO UNIVERSITY OF JYVÄSKYLÄ degree programmes, non-degree programmes, summer and winter schools, and a wide variety of language courses. Jyväskylä is an attractive study destination with its combination of top-quality education and research, modern campus, safe and stable society, unique Nordic nature, and a wide range of sports and cultural activities. In this little big city every fourth resident is a student. Fields of education: Business and Economics, Education, Health Sciences, Humanities, Information Technology, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sport Sciences Master s Degree Programmes in English: Master s Degree Programme in Intercultural Communication, Master s Degree Programme in Service Innovation and Management, Master s Degree Programme in Web Intelligence and Service Engineering, Master s Degree Programme in Education, Master s Degree Programme in Educational Leadership, European Master s in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Master s Degree Programme in Biology of Physical Activity, Master s Degree Programme in Sport Management and Health Promotion, Master s Degree Programme in Sport and Exercise Psychology, Master s Studies in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Master s Degree Programme in Nanoscience, Master s Studies in Nuclear and Particle Physics, Master s Degree Programme in Sustainable Management of Inland Aquatic Resources, Master s Degree Programme in Corporate Environmental Management, Master s Degree Programme in International Business and Entrepreneurship, Master s Degree Programme in Development and International Cooperation, Master s Studies in Cultural Policy Web: 9

10 University of Lapland Located in the city of Rovaniemi, on the Arctic Circle, the University of Lapland is an international, multidisciplinary university with areas of expertise in Arctic affairs and tourism research. As a research-based higher education institution, our teaching and research facilities offer students and scholars the opportunity to pursue academic excellence at all levels all the way to doctoral studies and cutting-edge international research. We have internationally recognized faculties in the fields of law, education, social sciences, and art & design, all offering Master and Doctoral level studies to international applicants. Whether you are interested in service design, northern wellbeing, or juridical standpoints of sustainable development, you can count on our know-how. Add to this our excellent student support services and the cozy atmosphere of our modern campus, and you will discover why the University of Lapland is the perfect choice for studying in the North. Fields of education: Art and Design, Education, Law, Social Sciences Master s Degree studies in English: Applied Visual Arts, Audiovisual Media Culture, Clothing Design, Comparative Social Work, EMACIM (European Master in Arts, Culture, and International Management Major: Audiovisual Media Culture or Tourism Research), Global Biopolitics, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Interior and Textile Design, International and Comparative Law, Media Education Doctoral Degree Programmes in English: University of Lapland provides doctoral education in all its faculties and degree programmes. In addition University of Lapland offers the following international doctoral programmes: Arctic Doctoral Programme Arktis, SEMKNOW-doctoral programme in semiotic studies and Legal Cultures in Transnational- World (LeCTra). Web: /admissions /studies 10

11 University of Oulu The University of Oulu follows the Scandinavian and European university tradition with an excellent reputation in research and teaching: it is ranked among the top international universities in the world. With six faculties, the University of Oulu is one of the largest universities in Finland with a steadily growing number of international students and professors. Our graduates enter the job market as experts of the environment, economics, technology, medicine, education, and culture. Our various research institutions also offer graduates possibilities for an academic career. Oulu is a youthful student city with tranquil surroundings and a Scandinavian ambience. Living in Oulu means an easy access to both high technology and wild nature. In Oulu, you have the opportunity to live in a safe and active environment. Fields of education: Architecture, Business Studies, Dentistry, Economics, Educational Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences, Humanities, Information Science, Medicine, Natural Sciences Master s Degree Programmes in English: Architectural Design, Astronomy and Space Physics, Environmental Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Vision and Signal Processing, Ecology and Population Genetics, Economic Geology, Education and Globalisation, Finance, Financial and Management Accounting, Health and Wellbeing in the Circumpolar Area, International Business Management, Learning, Education and Technology, Magnetic Resonance in Materials, Protein Science and Biotechnology, Software, Systems and Services Development in Global Environment, Synchrotron Radiation Based Science and Accelerator Physics, Wireless Communications Engineering Web:

12 University of Tampere The University of Tampere (UTA) prides itself on multifaceted research and education on society and health. UTA is influential locally, nationally and internationally. The mobility of students, researchers and teachers makes internationalisation part of the UTA experience, as do the twoyear Master s programmes in English. The research conducted at UTA is of high scientific quality. There are some 15,200 students pursuing degrees at UTA. Every year approximately one thousand Master s degrees and one hundred Doctoral degrees are produced in nine schools: Biomedical Technology, Information Sciences, Management, Education, Language, Translation and Literary Studies, Medicine, Health Sciences, Communication, Media and Theatre, and Social Sciences and Humanities. Fields of Education: Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, Psychology, Educational Sciences, Natural Sciences (incl. Information Sciences), Medicine, Health Sciences, Theatre and Dance Master s Degree Programmes in English: Bioinformatics, Business Competence (next intake 2014), Comparative Social Policy and Welfare, Health Sciences (Public Health or International Health), Human-Technology Interaction, Internat and Game Studies, Media Management, Peace, Mediation and Conflict Research, Russian and European Studies, Software Development, Research and Innovation in Higher Education MARIHE (Erasmus Mundus) Doctoral Degree Programmes in English: International Postgraduate Programme in Epidemiology (IPPE) Web: Admissions website: /admissions/ University of Turku The University of Turku is an international research university and an active academic community of more than 25,000 students and employees. Founded as the first Finnishlanguage university in the country, the University of Turku has a campus in the historical city centre of Turku, close to the unique nature and archipelago of Southwest Finland. The aim and ambition at the University of Turku is to provide students with a high- standard, multidisciplinary education based on the latest research. Our mission is to develop innovative problem-solving skills and out-of-the-box thinking. The personal study plan can be tailored according to students future ambitions whether in business or in research. Thanks to the outstanding student services and active student union, you will feel at home from the very beginning of your stay! 12

13 Fields of Education: Humanities, Law, Social sciences, Economics, Psychology, Educational Sciences, Natural Sciences, Medicine, Dentistry, Health Sciences Master s Degree Programmes in English: Physical Sciences (Astronomy track), Asian Studies, Baltic Sea Region Studies, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Imaging, Embedded Computing, Environmental Sciences, European Heritage, Digital Media and the Information Society, Futures Studies, Global Information Technology Management, Global Innovation Management, Information Technology, Law and Information Society, Learning, Learning Environments and Educational Systems Doctoral Degree Programmes in English: The University of Turku Graduate School (UTUGS) promotes systematic, efficient and high quality doctoral training in all disciplines of the University. Each doctoral candidate has a personal supervisor and the progress of the doctoral dissertation is followed regularly. The aim is to complete the degree in four years when working full time. Together with the Doctoral Programmes the Graduate School provides training on academic topics as well as on transferable skills and career planning. Most of the teaching is in English. Web: University of Vaasa The University of Vaasa is a multidisciplinary, business-oriented University offering degrees at all academic levels from Bachelor s to Doctor s. It occupies one of Finland s newest maritime campus areas and offers a modern study environment for its 5,000 students. The work of the university builds on internationality and regional interaction. The University of Vaasa has three faculties. The focus of teaching and research is on business studies, administration, technology, languages and culture. Flexible study opportunities are among the strengths of our academic community. Fields of education: Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, Engineering Master s Degree Programmes in English: Finance, Intercultural Studies in Communication and Administration, International Business, Industrial Management, Telecommunication Engineering Web:

14 Art universities From January 2013, Theatre Academy Helsinki will merge with the Finnish Academy of Fine Arts and Sibelius Academy, forming the new University of the Arts Helsinki. Finnish Academy of Fine Arts The Finnish Academy of Fine Arts Kuvataideakatemia in Finnish is the only university-level institution in Finland specialising in fine arts, and a pioneer in artistic research. The Academy offers Bachelor s and Master s degrees in Fine Arts as well as the degree of Doctor of Fine Arts. Established in 1848, it has a unique place in the Finnish arts scene and boasts an extensive network of international contacts. The Academy provides broad theoretical and practical training for those aspiring to be practising artists through the following programmes: Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Time and Space Arts (further divided into Moving Image, Photography, and Site and Situation Specific Arts). Master Degree Programmes in English: Master s programme in art theory Web: Sibelius Academy Sibelius Academy is the only place where you can study music at university level in Finland. In addition to providing the highest education in the field of music, Sibelius Academy engages in performance and creative art and research. It is committed to fostering and renewing Finland s musical culture and cultural heritage, seeking an active collaboration with Finnish society and participating in the development of culture. Sibelius Academy has about 1,400 students, with an annual intake of 180 students for Bachelor and Master-level degrees. Sibelius Academy also offers postgraduate degrees with Research, Artistic and Development Study options (Licentiate and Doctor of Music). 14

15 Fields of education: Music Bachelor s Degree Programmes in English: Music (Classical Music Performance, Composition and Music Theory, Conducting, Folk Music, Jazz Music, Music Technology) Master s Degree Programmes in English: Music (Classical Music Performance, Composition and Music Theory, Conducting, Folk Music, Jazz Music, Instrumental and Vocal Studies in Classical Music, Music Technology), Arts Management, and Nordic Master in Global Music (GLOMAS) Doctoral-level Degree Programmes in English: Licentiate of Music, Doctor of Music (Research, Artistic and Development Study programmes) Web: Theatre Academy Helsinki Theatre Academy Helsinki provides the highest education in theatre and dance in Finland, training actors (in Finnish and Swedish), directors, dramaturges, lighting and sound designers, professionals in dance (choreographers and dancers), performance artists, and dance and theatre pedagogues. The results of the education are performed on the stages of the Academy s training theatre. The Academy also works within research and development in the fields of theatre, dance and performance. Fields of education: Theatre, Drama, Dance Master s Degree Programmes in English: Choreography (MA), Dance (MA), Dance Pedagogy (MA), Live Art and Performance Studies (MA), Theatre Pedagogy (MA) Doctoral Degree Programmes in English: Doctoral Studies (DA) Web: /eng 15

16 Degree programmes in English BACHELOR S DEGREE PROGRAMMES IN ENGLISH Economics, Business and Administration Bachelor s Degree Programme in International Business MASTER S DEGREE PROGRAMMES IN ENGLISH Master s Degree Programme in Food of Life - the Science of Animal-Derived Foods University of Helsinki CBU Master s Degree Programme in Forestry and Environmental Engineering Architecture and Urban Planning Master s Programme in Architecture Tampere University of Technology Master s Programme in Architectural Design University of Oulu Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences Transatlantic Forestry Master, TransFor-M Master s Degree Programme In Forest Sciences and Business (MScFB) University of Helsinki International Master s Degree Programme in Environmental Biology, EnvBio The Master s Degree Programme In Plant Production Science University of Helsinki The Master s Degree Programme in Food Sciences (MScFood) University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Environment and Natural Resources (MENVI) University of Helsinki M.Sc. Programme in European Forestry (Erasmus Mundus) Master s Degree Programme in Wood Material Science Master s Degree Programme in Bio-Economy and Natural Resources Management, ECORES Master s Degree Programme in Multidisciplinary Studies on Urban Environmental Issues (MURE) University of Helsinki Arts and Design The Nordic Master of Global Music, GLOMAS Sibelius Academy Master s Degree Programme in Visual Culture Audiovisual Media Culture University of Lapland Live Art and Performance Studies ( LAPS) Theatre Academy Master s Degree Programme in Spatial Design Master s Degree Programme in Design for Theatre, Film and Television Master s Degree Programme in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design Area of specialisation Master s Degree Programme in Fashion and Clothing Design Industrial Design University of Lapland Opera, Master of Music Sibelius Academy Master s Degree Programme in Photography 16

17 Master s Degree Programme in Environmental Art Clothing Design University of Lapland Master s Degree Programme in Furniture Design Master s Degree Programme in Film and Television Master s Degree Programme in Creative Business Management Master s Degree Programme in epedagogy Design Master s Degree Programme in Textile Art and Design Master s Degree Programme in Electronic and Mobile Commerce Åbo Akademi University Communication and Media Sciences Master s Degree Programme in Media Management University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme in New Media Master s Degree Programme in Internet and Game Studies University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme in Media and Global Communication University of Helsinki Interior and Textile Design University of Lapland Master s Degree Programme in Graphic Design, Media Concept Design Area of specialisation Master s Degree Programme in Sound in New Media Master s Degree Programme in Industrial and Strategic Design Graphic Design University of Lapland Computer Science and Information Technology CBU Master s Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology University of Eastern Finland Master s Programme in Foundations of Advanced Computing (FAdCo) Master s Programme in Computer Science Åbo Akademi University Business Master s Programme in Industrial Management University of Vaasa Master s Degree Programme in Finance University of Vaasa Master s Degree Programme in Innovation Management (Kuopio) Master s Programme in Strategy (M.Sc. in Technology) Master s Degree Programme in International Business University of Vaasa Master s Degree Programme in Business Competence University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme in Service Management (Joensuu) Master s Programme in ICT Innovation Master s Degree Programme in Information Security and Cryptography University of Turku Master s Programme in Software, Systems and Services Development in Global Environment University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Service Innovation and Management University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Bioinformatics (MBI) University of Helsinki CIMET - Colour in Informatics and Media Technology (Erasmus Mundus) Master s Programme in Machine Learning and Data Mining (Macadamia) Master s Programme in Mobile Computing - Services and Security 17

18 Master s Degree Programme in Software Development University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme on Algorithms and Machine Learning University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Information Technology Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Programme in Service Design and Engineering (SDE) Master s Degree Programme in Bioinformatics University of Turku Master s Programme in Bioinformatics (MBI) International Master s Degree Programme in Information Technology, IMPIT Master s Degree Programme in Web Intelligence and Service Engineering University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Human-Technology Interaction University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme on Networking and Services University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in International Management and Strategy Hanken School of Economics Master s Degree Programme in Creative Sustainability (M.Sc. in Econ.& Bus. Admin) Master s Degree Programme in International Technology and Innovation Management (MITIM) Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in International Business and Entrepreneurship (IBE) University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Accounting Master s Programme in International Business Management University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Marketing Hanken School of Economics Arts Management Master s Degree Programme Sibelius Academy Master s Degree Programme in Strategy (M.Sc. in Econ.& Bus. Admin) Master s Programme in Financial and Management Accounting (FMA) University of Oulu Economics, Business and Administration Master s Degree Programme in Entrepreneurship Master s Degree Programme in Corporate Governance Hanken School of Economics Master s Degree Programme in Strategic Finance (MSF) Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Economics Hanken School of Economics Master s Degree Programme in Quantitative Finance Hanken School of Economics Master s Degree Programme in Economics University of Helsinki International Master in Management of Information Technology IMMIT University of Turku Master s Degree Programme in Marketing Master s Degree Programme in Global Innovation Management University of Turku Master s Degree Programme in Economics Master s Degree Programme in Management and International Business Master s Degree Programme in International Marketing Management (MIMM) Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Research and Innovation in Higher Education (MARIHE) University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme in Corporate Communication Master s Degree Programme in Intellectual Property Law Hanken School of Economics 18

19 Master s Programme in Finance (MF) University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in International Design Business Management (IDBM) (M.Sc. in Econ.& Bus. Admin) Master s Degree Programme in Financial Economics Hanken School of Economics Master s Degree Programme In Global IT Management University of Turku Master s Degree Programme In Corporate Environmental Management (CEM) University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Finance Engineering Master s Degree Programme in Mechanical Engineering Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Technomathematics and Technical Physics Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Programme in Biomedical Engineering University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Chemical and Process Engineering Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Energy Technology Lappeenranta University of Technology MGE European Master in Public Economics and Public Finance University of Tampere Engineering and Technology International Master s Degree Programme in Health and Business (Kuopio) Educational Sciences European Mineral Engineering Course Master s Degree Programme in Global Management of Innovation and Technology Lappeenranta University of Technology Master s Programme in Education and Globalisation University of Oulu Master s Programme in Radio Science and Engineering Intercultural Teacher Education University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Learning, Learning Environments and Educational Systems University of Turku Master s Programme in Computer Vision and Signal Processing University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Environmental Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems Master s Degree Programme in Adult Education and Developmental Work Research University of Helsinki Master s Programme in Electrical Engineering Master s Degree Programme In Educational Leadership University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Chemical Engineering Åbo Akademi University International Master s Degree Programme in Early Language Education for Intercultural Communication Master s Programme in Learning, Education and Technology University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Educational Sciences Media Education University of Lapland Master s Degree Programme in Biomedical Engineering Tampere University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Embedded Computing University of Turku Nordic Master Programme in Innovative and Sustainable Energy Engineering Master s Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering Tampere University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Education University of Jyväskylä Nordic Master Programme in Maritime Engineering 19

20 Master s Programme in Telecommunication Engineering University of Vaasa SpaceMaster - Master s Degree Programme in Space Science and Technology Master s Programme in Environmental Engineering (BEE) University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Materials Science Tampere University of Technology Master s Degree Programme in Embedded Computing Åbo Akademi University Master s Degree Programme in Science and Bioengineering Tampere University of Technology Master s programme in Real Estate Investment and Finance Master s programme in Mechanical Engineering Master s Programme in Geoinformatics Master s Degree Programme in Machine Automation Tampere University of Technology Master s programme in Manging Spatial Change Master s Programme in Business and Technology Tampere University of Technology Master s Programme in Micro and Nanotechnology Master s Programme in Wireless Communication Engineering University of Oulu Health Care and Social Services Comparative Social Work University of Lapland Studies in Nursing Science in Health Promotion Master s Degree Programme in Health Sciences (Public or International Health) University of Tampere International Master s Degree Programme in Health Promotion in Nursing Science (MNS) University of Eastern Finland Master s Degree Programme in Information Technology Tampere University of Technology Master s Programme in Computer Engineering/Software Engineering Åbo Akademi University Master s Programme in Process Systems Engineering NordSecMob - Master s Degree Programme in Security and Mobile Computing Master s Programme in Communications Ecosystem Erasmus Mundus Minerals and Environmental Programme Master s Degree Programme in Computational Biomedical Engineering, CBM Master s Programme In Communications Engineering Master s Programme in Service Management and Engineering (SeM) Humanities Master s Degree Programme in Practical Philosophy - Theories of Good Society (PPhil) University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Art Theory, Criticism and Management University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in European Heritage, Digital Media and the Information Society University of Turku Erasmus Mundus MA in International Performance Research (MAIPR) University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme In Music, Mind and Technology University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Music Therapy University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Digital Culture University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Futures Studies University of Turku 20

21 Interdiciplinary Studies Master s Degree Programme in Creative Sustainability Master s Degree Programme in Information and Service Management (ISM) Master s Degree Programme in Asian Studies University of Turku Master s Degree Programme in Baltic Sea Region Studies University of Turku Master s Degree Programme in European Studies University of Helsinki International Masters in Economy, State and Society with reference to Central and Eastern Europe University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Intercultural Communication University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Intercultural Encounters University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Intercultural Studies in Communication and Administration University of Vaasa Master s Degree Programme in Development and International Cooperation University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in International Design Business Management (IDBM) Master s Programme in Russian and European Studies University of Tampere Law Master s Degree Programme in International Human Rights Law Åbo Akademi University Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change: A Master s Degree Programme in Environmental Policy and Law Master s Degree Programme in International Business Law and Public International Law University of Helsinki MICLaw: Master of International and Comparative Law University of Lapland Master s Degree Programme in Law and Information Society University of Turku Mathematics and Natural Sciences Master s Degree Programme In Environmental Sciences University of Turku Master s Degree Programme in Neuroscience (MNEURO) University of Helsinki Master s Degree in Physical Sciences, Astronomy track University of Turku Nordic Master s Degree Programme in Atmosphere- Biosphere Studies, ABS Master s Programme in Ecology and Population Genetics University of Oulu Master s Programme in Nanoscience University of Jyväskylä Languages Master s Degree Programme in Linguistic Sciences Joint European Master s Programme in Clinical Linguistics, EMCL (Erasmus Mundus) Master s Degree Programme in English Language and Culture English Philology University of Helsinki Master s Programme in Physics of Advanced Materials Master s Degree Programme in Sustainable Management Of Inland Aquatic Resources University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Advanced Spectroscopy in Chemistry (ASC) University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Space Sciences University of Helsinki Master`s Degree Programme in Biotechnology (MBIOT) University of Helsinki 21

22 Master s Programme in Magnetic Resonance in Materials University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Optics in Science and Technology, OpSciTech (Erasmus Mundus) Master s Degree Programme in Biomedical Imaging Åbo Akademi University Master s Degree Programme in Renewable Energy University of Jyväskylä The Erasmus Mundus Master s Programme in Systems Biology (eusysbio) Master s Degree Programme in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Bayesian Statistics and Decision Analysis University of Helsinki Medical Sciences Master s Degree Programme in General Toxicology and Environmental Health Risk Assessment, ToxEn CBU Master s Degree Programme in Public Health Master s Degree Programme in Public Health Nutrition, MPHN Master s Degree Programme in Public Health, MPH Master s Programme in Health and Wellbeing in the Circumpolar Area University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Translational Medicine University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Photonics Master s Programme in Protein Science and Biotechnology University of Oulu Master s Programme in Applied and Engineering Mathematics (N5TeAM) Master s Degree Programme in Modeling Molecules and Nanosystems (MoMoNano) University of Helsinki Master s Programme in Syncrotron Radiation based Science and Accelarator Physics University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Bioinformatics University of Tampere International Master s Degree Programme for Research Chemists Master s Programme in Economic Geology University of Oulu Master s Degree Programme in Atmosphere-Biosphere Studies (ABS) University of Helsinki Master s Programme in Astronomy and Space Physics University of Oulu Degree Programme in Brain and Mind Social Sciences Master s Degree Programme in Comparative Social Policy and Welfare University of Tampere Master s Programme in Cultural Policy University of Jyväskylä Masters Degree Programs in Social Sciences University of Helsinki Global Biopolitics University of Lapland Master s Programme in Peace, Mediation and Conflict Research Åbo Akademi University International Master s Degree Programme in Border Crossings: Global and Local Societies in Transition Master s Programme in Peace, Mediation and Conflict Research University of Tampere Master s Degree Programme in Democracy and Global Transformations University of Helsinki REMS Research Master s Degree Programme in Social Sciences University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Ethnic Relations, Cultural Diversity and Integration (ERI) University of Helsinki Master s Degree Programme in Biomedical Imaging University of Turku 22

23 Sport Sciences Master s Degree Programme in Biology of Physical Activity University of Jyväskylä European Masters in Sport and Exercise Psychology (Erasmus Mundus) University of Jyväskylä Master s Degree Programme in Sport Science and Management University of Jyväskylä DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMMES IN ENGLISH Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences GSForest - Doctoral Programme in Forest Sciences Master s Degree Programme in Sport and Exercise Psychology University of Jyväskylä Doctoral Programme in Environmental Health Theology Business Master s Degree Programme A2: Theological Work in Church and Society University of Helsinki Doctoral Programme in Business Studies University of Vaasa Master s Degree Programme in the Religious Roots of Europe (RRE) University of Helsinki Communication and Media Sciences Tourism and Catering Doctoral Studies In New Media EMACIM: European Master in Arts, Culture and International Management University of Lapland Computer Science and Information Technology Helsinki Doctoral Programme in Computer Science and Engineering (HeCSE) University of Helsinki Doctor of Science in Information and Communication Technology and Biotechnology University of Turku TUCS Graduate Programme, Ph.D. in Information Technology Åbo Akademi University University of Turku East Finland Graduate School in Computer Science and Engineering, ECSE Comas Graduate School University of Jyväskylä Economics, Business and Administration Doctor of Social Sciences(econ) University of Turku Doctoral Program at Aalto University School of Economics Doctor of Philosophy University of Turku 23

24 Doctoral Programme in Business and Management Doctor of Science in Economics and Business Administration University of Turku Doctoral Studies at HANKEN Hanken School of Economics Mathematics and Natural Sciences Inorganic Materials Chemistry Graduate Program Doctoral Degree Programme in Photonics Educational Sciences Finnish Graduate School in Toxicology International Multidisciplinary PhD Studies in Educational Technology and Learning Environments, IMPDET-LE Doctor of Philosophy in Several Fields of Natural Sciences University of Turku Engineering and Technology Graduate School in Chemical Engineering Åbo Akademi University Doctoral Programme in Technology and Development University of Vaasa Doctoral Programme in Computational Sciences University of Vaasa Medical Sciences International Postgraduate Programme in Epidemiology University of Tampere FinPharma Doctoral Program (FPDP) Doctoral Programme in Molecular Medicine International Doctoral Programme in Pulp and Paper Science and Technology (PAPSAT) Humanities Social Sciences Doctoral Programme in Administrative Sciences University of Vaasa Doctoral Programme in Languages and Communication University of Vaasa Interdisciplinary Studies University of Oulu Graduate School University of Oulu Finnish Graduate School for Russian and East European Studies University of Helsinki Law Doctoral Programme in Law 24

25 Fields of education by university 2012 Aalto Uni Åbo Akademi Finnish Academy of Fine Arts Hanken School of Economics Lappeenranta Uni of Technology Tampere Uni of Technology Theatre Academy Helsinki Sibelius Academy Uni of Eastern Finland Uni of Helsinki Uni of Jyväskylä 5 ) Uni of Lapland Uni of Oulu Uni of Tampere Uni of Turku Uni of Vaasa Field of study / University Theology Humanities Law Social sciences Economics Psychology Educational Sciences Natural Sciences 2) Agriculture and forestry Sport sciences Engineering 2) Medicine Dentistry Health sciences Veterinary medicine Pharmacy Music 3) Art and design Theatre and dance Fine Arts 4) 4) 1) University-level education in military sciences is provided by the National Defence University. 2) In some of the universities these fields may also include Information Sciences / Technology and Architecture. 3) Comprehensive school music teachers are alsotrained at the universities of Jyväskylä and Oulu. 4) Only Bachelor-level education. 5) Education is also given in Tourism. 25

26 Formal education in Finland DOCTORAL DEGREES Licentiatedegrees MASTER S DEGREES BACHELOR S DEGREES POLYTECHNIC MASTER S DEGREES of applied sciences Work experience 3 years POLYTECHNIC BACHELOR S DEGREES of applied sciences Special vocational qualifications* MATRICULATION EXAMINATION General upper secondary schools VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS* Further vocational qualifications* Vocational institutions * Also available as apprenticeship training BASIC EDUCATION, 7 16-year-olds Comprehensive schools Pre-primary education, 6-year-olds 26