- What is on offer
- Study in English
- Finnish, Swedish and other language studies
- Summer studies
- Studies abroad and student exchange programmes
- Open university
- Enrolment and registration
- Academic year and teaching periods
- Degree system
- The scope and structure of degrees
- Credit transfer
- Types of instruction and examinations
- Grading
- Language of studies
- Planning of studies
- Degrees and work experience
- International student services
- Student services and faculty study offices
- Career services
- Disabled student services
- Students' health and well-being
- Legal and equality issues
The University of Helsinki is a great place to study!
High quality research and teaching for top students
Teaching is based on research, both of which are of the highest standard. Students can choose from over 200 subjects in 11 faculties. The University has four campuses with nearly 36 000 students. The total enrolment of international students, including visiting students, is presently almost 3000.
Student life is diverse and the services offered to students are internationally of a high quality. This site provides you with information about all this – and much more.
New students
If you are a new degree or exchange student accepted to the University of Helsinki, you will find more information in the section New Students.
Life around the campus

TSEMPPI – the organization for internationally-minded students and researchers
Tsemppi, the organization for internationally-minded students and researchers, is a resource for you before and after you arrive at the University of Helsinki.
