The admission results (application round from 2 Jan 2026 to 16 Jan 2026) are sent to the applicants no later than 15 Apr 2026 by email. The results can also be found in the
Greetings from the Changing Education Master’s Programme! We warmly welcome all our newly selected students to the programme and are eagerly waiting to get to know all of you.
We are planning and preparing everything to be ready for you to start your studies and looking forward to meeting you!
Studying in the programme will involve different types of teaching and learning arrangements ranging from engaging learning environments in the
Your studies in the programme will view educational systems as a whole, in various age ranges from early childhood education to continuous education, in various groups of individuals including those in marginalized positions, at various decision-making levels from families, teachers and learners to municipal, national and international decision-making in education. This comprehensive view is made possible by enabling exciting visits and training both in Finland and exchange opportunities.
Master’s level education at the University of Helsinki is a research-based education. In the CE programme this involves using theory to inform practice, and developing research competencies as a vehicle for change. Practicing research competencies is an essential component of the programme.
The Changing Education online media platform is a hub for discussion created by One Step Ahead ry (OSA), the international student association of the Faculty of Educational Sciences.
Other important student organisations for the CE students include:
Mainly in Finnish:
If you speak Swedish:
If you have questions about studying in the programme and student life in Helsinki, you can chat directly with some our student ambassadors to get answers (but please contact the Admission Services for questions related to admissions). Find our student ambassadors (Area of Study: Changing Education) and more information
You can also check the current board of OSA (the student association of the program) on the
You can meet some of our teaching staff through the following links and videos:
You can meet some of our teaching staff through the following links and videos:
For those students who intend to work in the laboratory-based neuroscientific research, please see the information of
Moving to a new country can be challenging with the challenge of adjusting to different surroundings and potential culture shock. For international students, there's also the practical side to consider, such as dealing with administrative processes, finding accommodation, managing living expenses, and getting used to a new education system. It is essential to be well-prepared.
If you are NOT a citizen of EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland and you plan to study in Finland for more than three months, you will need to apply for a residence permit. Please see the
For accommodation have a look at
Take note that the cost of living in Finland is high, so you need to plan your finances accordingly. It is always wise to look for a source of funding once you have accepted your study place. Planning a budget for your studies is important as all the students at the University of Helsinki must fund their studies and living expenses themselves. Please, be aware that the number of assistantships offered at the university and job opportunities outside the university are limited. We advise you not to count on receiving employment upon your arrival. Please make arrangements for adequate funding for the entire period of your studies before leaving your home country. For more information please see information on
Also take note that upon arrival, it will be advantageous to open a bank account at one of the local banks and to register your address with Digital Population Registration Office (DVV). Your student tutors will give you more guidance on these matters and you can also contact the University’s
Start planning your studies once you have registered as an attending student and are in the process of travelling to Finland for the commencement of the academic year. There is a possibility of doing an internship abroad or in Finland after your first year of studies. If you are considering an internship, plan for it accordingly. The courses in the Changing Education master’s programme are research-based. Although you won’t be conducting research in every course, it is important that you brush up on the research methods you learned during your bachelor’s studies. You may also want to practice reading and dissecting academic text as you will spend time reading research articles.
During the orientation week, you will also receive support from your tutors and the CE team to make the start of your studies and moving process as smooth as possible!
The teaching officially starts on the 31 August 2026, but you should participate in the orientation activities for the new students already before the classes begin, starting from 24 August. You will find more information about the teaching periods on the
The detailed information concerning the
The international students in the Master's Programme in Changing Education can apply to the UNITalent Programme. It is designed to support international students in building professional networks in Finland and to gain insight into field specific working life. Students take part by attending monthly group meetings with hosting organisation for a period of three months. During the programme, the University Career Services also provides training in career management skills.
If you have questions regarding the content of the programme, courses or studies, please contact the
If you have questions related to the admissions and accepting your study place, please contact the