Open university studies by degree programme

The open university offers courses from the University of Helsinki’s degree programmes, spanning dozens of different fields. There are no age restrictions, and courses begin throughout the year. 

Explore the current open university courses by degree programme!

See also the course catalogue for summer 2024 and the preliminary information about the courses for the academic year 2024-2054

Open University studies by Bachelor's Programme

Courses corresponding to bachelor’s degree programmes are for the first-cycle (bachelor’s) stage of studies. Most bachelor’s level studies are available to all with no previous education in the field. 

Browse the full course catalogue of each degree programme by clicking the link.

Open University studies by Master's Programme

Courses corresponding to master’s degree programmes are for the second-cycle (master’s) stage. For the master’s level, students must usually have some knowledge or prior studies in the field of the programme or an adjacent field. The course page will indicate whether any prior studies are required for the course.   

Browse the full course catalogue of each degree programme by clicking the link.

Other Studies

Student's digital skills -courses and Sustainability course are aimed at all students. See also open University studies from the Methodology Studies.

Browse the full course catalogue of each degree programme by clicking the link.

Becoming a student

Familiarise yourself with the enrolment instructions and study practices. 

Looking for something else?  

Browse the full open university course catalogue   

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