The admission results (application round from 1 Dec 2023 to 3 Jan 2024) have been sent to the applicants to the e-mail address given on their application form. The results can also be found in the My Studyinfo -service.
Congratulations! You have made an excellent decision in choosing the University of Helsinki. I am delighted and honoured to welcome you to our academic community.
In recent years, societies have faced major global crises. Big and rapid change can provide fertile ground for uncertainty and even fear if we do not know the causes of events and are unable to anticipate their consequences. Universities hold a key role in evoking hope with long-term research and expertise that aim to solve global challenges.
At the University of Helsinki, one of the world’s top 1% research universities, we educate experts for an unknown future. In our multidisciplinary Master’s Programmes, your education is based on high-quality research. You learn from and interact with top scholars while becoming a specialist in your field. You develop skills in analytical and critical thinking, problem-solving, and the capability to understand broad interdisciplinary topics and perceive causalities.
As sustainability expertise is a basic skill for future professionals, we also offer a multidisciplinary sustainability course for all our students.
However, your education should not be limited to book learning. Bildung, one of our four values, guides us on the right path, serves as our moral conscience and cultivates open-mindedness. It is about behaving with human decency and using knowledge for good. As the only renewable resource entirely in our hands, we should nurture it with determination.
I also want to emphasize the importance to take care of your health and wellbeing. If you feel overwhelmed, ask for help. Support is available for our students.
In addition, I strongly encourage to get involved with our numerous student organisations. Extracurricular activities are an integral part of your study experience providing friends, social networks and boosting competences needed in life: curiosity, social skills, and grit.
The University of Helsinki and our community has been a strong force for societal change for over 380 years. Let’s continue to work together for the world – with the power of knowledge.
Welcome to the University of Helsinki!
Kind regards,
Sari Lindblom
Rector of the University of Helsinki
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Academic freedom is highly valued and a capability to study independently is required at the University of Helsinki. However, you will not be left alone. Many helping hands and events will guide you through the start of your studies.
In the Studies service, you will find practical information for the University of Helsinki students in one place. Remember to always select your programme in the dropdown menu. You will find:
Would you like to know what our students think about studying at the University of Helsinki? Or how is student life or housing in Helsinki?
Check out some student stories. Meet your future friends, peers, teammates and collaborators. Our students and alumni share their experiences and insights about studies and student life, and how they've gotten support with their aspirations and goals.
Chat directly with our students to get answers to your questions (but please note that for questions related to admissions, you should contact the Admission Services).
The blog posts on the chat platform are also a great way to get an overview of student life in Helsinki.
The Student Union of the University of Helsinki (HYY), advocates students’ interests both at the university and in society. They organise benefits, services and events so that you as a student can focus on the most important part: studying and student life.
Extracurricular opportunities are an important part of your study experience. Luckily, more than 200 student organisations operate within the Student Union (HYY). Whatever your interests are, you are likely to find like-minded people and the right activities for you.
The oldest and largest institution of academic education in Finland, the University of Helsinki, has since 1640 played a major role in the development of the Finnish cultural life and welfare state. Today, we seek solutions to problems that affect everyone.
As one of the world's top 1% research universities, we believe that the power of knowledge can change attitudes, people and society – for a better world.
How is the city of Helsinki for students? What's special about studying in Finland and what are the quick facts about the country? What do you need to take into consideration when planning a budget for your studies in Finland? Check out the information for international students on our website.
Do you have questions? You can contact the Admission Services at the University of Helsinki. We are there to support you.