University of Helsinki

Welcome to the Faculty of Behavioural Sciences!

The mission of the Faculty of Behavioural Sciences is to engage in research and offer the highest education in order to direct and increase understanding about human growth, development, behaviour, learning and activities.

The scientific knowledge produced by the Faculty adds to cultural and social capital, prevents social exclusion and helps manage and direct change.

The Faculty interacts with society on a national and international level. It actively promotes research and the impact of its expertise on social decision-making.

The provision of education includes basic, post-graduate and continuing education leading to a profession (teacher education, psychology) and qualifications for academic expert tasks.