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University of Turku

Finland
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University Facts

Intakes

Aug

Deadline

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FI-20014 Turun yliopisto, Finland

Location info of University of Turku

Safe, peaceful and happy study destination
#1 Happiest country in the world– five years in a row (UN World Happiness Report, 2022)
#1 Most stable nation in the world ( Fragile States Index, Fund For Peace, 2022)
#1 Best place for work–life balance ( Kisi Work–Life Balance Index 2019)
#1 Least Corrupt (Transparency International, 2021)

Superpower of innovations

#2 Global Cleantech Innovation( the Global Cleantech Innovation Index 2017)
• #3 Environmental Health (Environmental Performance Index 2022)
• #1 in availability of latest technologies( World economic forum global competitiveness report 2017-2018)

Top Reasons to Study in University of Turku

  • We are the one of the most international universities in Finland
  • Our programmes are based on our strengths in research
  • Excellent career prospects for graduates
  • Scholarships available for talented students
  • Professors and lecturers that challenge you to learn
  • Personal support and student services throughout your studies
  • Excellent facilities and learning environments
  • Wide selection of optional and minor studies in English
  • Active student life
  • Compact campuses and student city Turku

University details

About University of Turku

The University of Turku (UTU), founded in 1920, is an inspiring and international academic community of 25,000 students and staff in Southwest Finland. We place within the top 1% of world’s universities, and among domestic Finnish applicants we were the most popular university in Finland in 2022.

The University of Turku offers study and research opportunities in eight faculties and five independent units. Our main campus is located in the historical city centre of Turku, renonwed as the best Student City in Finland. It is also located close to the unique nature and archipelago of Southwest Finland.

We educate future experts who will solve complex scientific questions and social issues and build a sustainable world. Our graduates have excellent collaboration skills, the ability to create work for themselves and others, and expertise that can be applied to different sectors of society. We offer a wide choice of international Master’s degree programmes in English.

Thanks to the outstanding services, compact campus, and active academic society, international students and scholars feel at home from the very beginning of their stay with us at the University of Turku, Finland!

Career at University of Turku

Studies at the University of Turku are an excellent way to start your future career. According to surveys, 95% of the University of Turku alumni feel that they have received high-quality education which corresponds to their career.

Graduates of University of Turku are creative experts equipped with a quality degree and problem-solving skills needed to make an impact on the global world.

In addition to the research-based education, the University provides the UTU students and graduates with personal support to strengthen their skills in career planning and job seeking. We continuously develop our services and connections to business life to help students find a meaningful career. From 2022 onwards all degree students of the University are guaranteed an internship subsidy during their studies.

Campus life

The Turku Campus of the University of Turku is located close to the city centre and the Aura river nearby the other higher education institutions, Turku Science Park companies, and the Turku University Hospital. The campus area extends from Turku Cathedral all the way to the Kupittaa railway station.

All the important services for students, personnel, and visitors alike are found close to the campus. Getting around everywhere is handy either by walking, cycling, or by the Föli city buses.

The joint goal of the higher education institutions of Turku and the City of Turku is to be Finland’s best student city! Active student life, easy and well-functioning public transport, and affordable housing are Turku’s great assets. As many as 99% of the city’s students of higher education institutions recommend Turku as a student city to their friends.

Scholarships

University of Turku Scholarship
• Covers 100% of the tuition fee.
• Second year scholarship for students who have
done well (and paid) in their first year of studies.
Finland Scholarship
• A new scholarship first available in 2022.
• Covers the tuition fee and includes a 5 000 €
grant

Ranking & Accreditation of University of Turku

  • The University of Turku is often ranked as the third best university in Finland.
  • QS World University Rankings: 295
  • THE World University Rankings: 351–400
  • THE Impact Ranking: 401-600
  • Academic Ranking of World Universities: 401-500
  • NTU Ranking: 402
  • U.S. News Best Global Universities Ranking: 327
  • The Center for World University Rankings: 395
  • CWTS Leiden Ranking: 464
  • University of Turku Ranked Top 401–500th Globally in Shanghai Ranking’s Academic Ranking of World Universities 2022

 

Student Accommodation at University of Turku

The University does not have
dormitories or student apartments.
• Students are responsible for applying for
housing on time and in the correct manner.
Student Village Foundation (TYS) in
Turku:
• Offers affordable housing options ranging
from shared apartments to studios and
family apartments.
• Rents start from 250€/month for shared
apartments.
• Apply for housing 3 months before needing
the apartment.

Living costs in Turku

Turku is an affordable study destination.
• In general students should have minimum 600
€/month/person.
• tudent lunches in campus cafeterias are around 3,20 €.

Programs at University of Turku

Master

  1. Master’s Degree Programme in Futures Studies
  2. Master’s Degree Programme in Global Innovation Management

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Master

  1. Master’s Degree Programme in Education and Learning
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Master

  1. Master’s Degree Programme in Biomedical Sciences: Biomedical Imaging
  2. Master’s Degree Programme in Biomedical Sciences: Drug Discovery and Development
  3. Master’s Degree Programme in Biomedical Sciences: Molecular Biotechnology and Diagnostics
  4. Master’s Degree Programme in Human Neuroscience*
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Master

  1. Master’s Degree Programme in Physical and Chemical Sciences: Astronomy and Space Physics
  2. Master’s Degree Programme in Physical and Chemical Sciences: Chemistry of Drug Development
  3. Master’s Degree Programme in Physical and Chemical Sciences: Materials Chemistry
  4. Master’s Degree Programme in Physical and Chemical Sciences: Materials Physics
  5. Master’s Degree Programme in Physical and Chemical Sciences: Theoretical Physics
  6. Master’s Degree Programme in Biosciences: Evolutionary Biology
  7. Master’s Degree Programme in Biosciences: Molecular Systems Biology
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Master

  1. Master’s Degree Programme in East Asian Studies
  2. Master’s Degree Programme in Gender Studies*
  3. Master’s Degree Programme in Inequalities, Interventions and New Welfare State**
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Master

  1. MDP in Food Development
  2. MDP in Health Technology
  3. Cryptography
  4. Cyber Security
  5. Data Analytics
  6. Robotics and Autonomous Systems
  7. Software Engineering
  8. Health Technology Materials
  9. Materials of Energy Technology
  10. Modern Industrial Materials
  11. Digital Design
  12. Digital Manufacturing
  13. Smart Systems
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