Enjoy the academic year 2019-2020!

Enjoy the academic year 2019-2020!
The opening ceremony of the academic year at the University of Helsinki is held on 2 September.
The opening ceremony of the academic year at the University of Helsinki is held on 2 September.
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Admissions

At the University of Helsinki, one of the world’s top 1% research universities, we believe that the power of thought can change attitudes, people and society - for the world. However, we cannot do this alone. Join us and apply to our International Master's Programmes or the Bachelor's Programme in Science on 3 Dec 2019 – 10 Jan 2020.
Admissions at the University of Helsinki

How to apply

Information about the application process and other practicalities related to admissions.
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Degree finder

Explore our Master's and Doctoral Programmes to find the perfect match for you.

Helsinki Summer School

Experience an academic summer session in Helsinki, earn credits and make friends.

Research

Research at the University of Helsinki is truly multidisciplinary – breaking boundaries and generating new insights of great global value.
Research at the University of Helsinki

Doctoral Education

Doctoral education at the University of Helsinki is carried out in four doctoral schools, which offer a total of 32 doctoral programmes.

Top Research

Highly Cited Researchers, Centres of Excellence, Research funded by European Research Council ERC.
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Open Science

Research findings belong to all of us.

Cooperation

The University of Helsinki wants its research results and the expertise of the University community to benefit society in the best possible way. Take a look at our services and contact us!
Cooperation

For business and organisations

Recruit a student, start a cooperation, work with researchers, hire a trainee.
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Support us

By giving a gift to science you are helping the University of Helsinki to build a more sustainable future with the help of education and research.

Alumni community

There are currently more than 27,000 of us, making us Finland’s largest network of experts.
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