Get involved as a Student

Imagine being part of a dynamic community of 600,000 students across 11 European universities, working together to shape the future of education! This is what Una Europa is all about - an alliance dedicated to create innovative learning experiences for students like you.
Una Europa for Students

Whether you're looking to pursue your academic interests or get involved in exciting extracurricular activities, Una Europa has got you covered. Our universities collaborate to offer a range of study options, from research programs to interdisciplinary courses that push the boundaries of traditional learning.

But Una Europa is more than just a network of top-notch universities - it's a vibrant community that encourages students to get involved and make a difference. Participate in one of our many extracurricular activities, where you can explore your passions, make new friends, and develop valuable skills.

With so many opportunities to choose from, Una Europa is the perfect place to unleash your potential!

Engage and experience

Student Congress 

 The Una Europa Student Congress is an annual, in-person event bringing students from across our partner universities together to connect, learn new skills, and bring their visions to Una Europa. The next Student Congress will take place in Leiden, June 2026. Application period opens  later on spring.

European Student Assembly

ESA is a grassroots project gathering students from European Universities alliances to debate current issues, draft policy recommendations to shape the future of Europe, and advocate for them to their peers as well as key decision-makers. 

 

Build your community

Being a member in the local task force here at the University of Helsinki means that you will join a team of motivated and enthusiastic students! We are open for all backgrounds and study fields and levels of study. Currently we’re a mix of both international and Finnish students and range from bachelor to master to PhD students. We meet every other week and plan activities, events, brainstorm and implement activities. if you are interested in joining our group, please express your interest by filling this form:

We will host monthly gatherings at Kaisa Library, Guidance Corner (3rd) floor - come as you are to enjoy some snacks while you meet new people, learn more about Una Europa and take part in fun activities! 

We will continue with the Una Europa Students Coffees in the upcoming semester: 

1 April 8.30 - 10.30 with breakfast

7 May 15-17 with hot beverages and snacks 

Challenge yourself

Student Award - Call open!

The Student Award is an annual call to recognise and showcase student visions, ideas, and creativity towards reinventing the university and building a University of the Future. Student Award 2026 is now open with a focus on reimagining university life in 2040 and we are looking forward visions in a form of  a short video - it can be filmed by phone or recorded in some other ways - more important is your idea! Please have a look at the call here

  

Project Incubator 

The Una Europa Student Project Incubator offers you the opportunity to develop your project development skills, network and collaborate with your peers across Europe, and gain experience in creating projects and initiatives that address real-life issues. Stay tuned - new incubator coming up next semester! 

Una Europa Language Tandem 

Refresh your language skills with a Una Europa language tandem partner! Has your German become a bit rusty? Or would you like to know more than just how to order a latte macchiato on your next trip to Italy? Una Europa offers you the opportunity to refresh your language skills through the Language Tandem Tool!  

The Language Tandem Tool is a shared resource for Una Europa universities, enabling university staff and students alike to find a conversation partner and improve their language skills together.  

Una Europa’s Language Tandem Tool supports learning a language with the help of eight European universities and cultures. You can study one of the following languages with a conversation partner: 

  • Dutch
  • English
  • German
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Finnish
  • Swedish 
     

Other international university communities provide additional language options.  Interested? and create an account to get started! Questions? Contact Leena Evesti, Head of Services at the Language Centre: .    

Grow as a professional

Traineeships in Brussels 

Apply for traineeships at Una Europa vzw in Brussels or find a research internship at one of our partner universities. You can also develop your skills and build your network through our many challenge-based programs. 

Master International Research Internship in the field of Sustainability

Study

As a student at the University of Helsinki, Una Europa offers you intriguing educational concepts as for example online courses, in-person summer and winter schools, or virtual exchanges. 

  • Take part in our online courses: (3cr) & (10cr)
  • - call opens again in spring!
  • Deepen your knowledge and network at Una Europa Summer Schools (for Master and PhD researchers)
  • Explore semester exchanges
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