One of the best universities in the world

One of the best universities in the world
University of Helsinki is the best university in Finland and among the top 1 % of the world's research universities.
University of Helsinki is the best university in Finland and among the top 1 % of the world's research universities.
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Admissions

At the University of Helsinki, one of the world’s top 1% multidisciplinary research universities, you can choose from a wide range of degree programmes or join us for a shorter academic session at the Helsinki Summer School. Explore our programmes and find out how to apply.
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

Join us for an academic summer session on 6-22 August 2019. Applications are open.

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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