Student and alumni stories
Meet students and graduates of the Master’s Programme in Food Sciences and learn what they think about their studies and life in Helsinki.
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3 reasons to study Food Sciences
Discover three reasons why Kaisa chose to study Food Sciences at the University of Helsinki.
"We are working in labs. We are testing ideas and even creating our own food products."
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3 reasons to study Food Sciences
Discover three reasons why Adesanya chose to study Food Sciences at the University of Helsinki, including their passion for science and making a real-world impact.
"Today we line in a world of increasing population and rapid climate change which makes food sciences very important."
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Studying Food Sciences
In this video, Tuuli, Fabio and Katerina talk about their studies and what they like the most about the programme.
"A fun fact. Students use the same infrastructures as the researchers. The facilities and equipment are great."
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One Minute With Melina
Spend #OneMinuteWith Melina, a Master's student in Food Sciences, as she answers a few questions whilst at her favourite spot on the Viikki campus.
"I wanted to study something applicable in everyday life."
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New in Helsinki: Zhi Yi
Once, Zhi Yi was #NewInHelsinki. She came from China to Finland to study. What's her experience at the University of Helsinki and what advice would she give to her fresher self?
"Dare to try new things or make new friends. It's never too late!"
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Alumni interviews
Our alumni share their experiences about studying in the Master's Programme in Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology, career opportunities and their professional lives.
"A perfect balance between practical work and theoretical courses"
Two graduates Fabio and Aino talk about their study experience and how it prepared them for PhD studies.
"Food sciences offers a concrete and practical study field"
Two former students, Wai and Elina, talk about their study experiences and career paths. They found the programme inspiring, flexible and practical suited for anyone with a curious mind and wanting to change the world.
More student stories
These stories feature our students – or our alumni while they still were students – talking about their experiences in the Master's Programme in Food Sciences.
UH student experiences from other fields
The University of Helsinki offers multidisciplinary study options across 11 faculties. Studying and cooperation across the fields are highly encouraged.
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