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Build a degree that is truly yours with the help of our wide range of multidisciplinary study options and by learning from top researchers. When joining a world-class academic community, you can also be part of making a difference – with the power of knowledge. Explore our Master's Programmes or the Bachelor's Programme in Science and join us in our efforts to bring hope to the globe.

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Application dates

  • Bachelor's Programme in Science: The application for studies starting in autumn 2023 is closed. For studies starting in autumn 2024, the application period for Admission Group 2 (based on the grades of the Finnish matriculation examination, RP- or DIA-examination administered in Finland, or IB- or EB-diploma) is on 13–27 March 2024. For others, the application period is from 1 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024. Find out more about applying to the Bachelor's Programme in Science.
     

  • International Master's Programmes: The application period for studies starting in autumn 2023 is closed. The application period for studies starting in autumn 2024 is from 1 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024. Find out more about applying to our International Master's programmes.
     

  • Exchange studies in the Bachelor's or Master's programmes of the University of Helsinki: More information in the Instructions for students about the application periods for exchange and visiting students.
     

  • Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Finnish and/or Swedish: Check out the application dates and how to apply in Finnish or in Swedish.
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