Study in Finland webinar (May 25′)
We had the Study in Finland webinar on May 26th with representatives from University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences.
The Finnish Institute in Japan provides information about the Finnish educational possibilities to Japanese students.
We attend annual student fairs in Japan, including the European Higher Education Fair (EHEF) and the Japan Association for Student Services’ (JASSO) study abroad fair. We also organize our own higher education events, where participants receive detailed information about studying in Finland and can ask questions about studying in Finland, including the application process and everyday life as an international student.
If you have any questions or project proposals about higher education, please send an email to info(at)finstitute.jp.
3.3.2025 17-19, online (University of Lapland and Satakunta University of Applied Sciences)
31.3.2025 17-19, online (Tampere University and Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences)
28.4.2025 17-19, online (Aalto University and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences)
26.5.2025 17-19, online (University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences)
More information and registration through Peatix.
Download the information guide issued by the Finnish Institute in Japan.
In Finnish higher education system, there are two types of universities; General Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS).
The mission of Universities is to conduct scientific research and provide scientific and artistic undergraduate and postgraduate education based on it.
The mission of University of Applied Sciences is to train professionals with emphasis on labour market needs and conduct research and development with focus on instruction, and to promote regional development in particular.
Though Finland has two official languages (Finnish and Swedish), you can take degrees in English as well. In most universities there are plenty of programmes taught in English to choose from.
You can search the programmes available from your fields of interests on the websites below. The best source for information is always the university’s own website.
There are mainly two ways to apply; separate application or joint application. You can apply directly to university or you can jointly apply to 6 programmes at maximum through the website studyinfo.fi.
Yes. You do not need to be part of an exchange programme to study in Finland.
As a full degree student. You can apply directly to a Finnish university for a Bachelor's, Master's, or doctoral degree and earn a Finnish degree. Your Japanese university does not need to have any partnership with the Finnish institution.
Apply as a visiting or non-degree student. Some Finnish universities allow students from other universities to take courses without being exchange students, though availability is limited and often involves tuition or special arrangements.
Finish your degree at your Japanese university and then apply for a master's programme in Finland. Many master's programmes are taught entirely in English.
For international students:
You may need to demonstrate English proficiency through tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, or accepted alternatives, depending on the university and your educational background.
If you are a Japanese citizen, you are allowed to stay in Finland without a residence permit up to 90 days. If you wish to study for a short time, you can take courses at organizations, for instance, kansalaisopisto, kesäyliopisto, työväenopisto, kielikeskus or summer schools offered by the universities. They have a large variety of courses such as language, IT, art and crafts.
If you would like to study up to 1 year at Finnish higher education institutions, please look at Question 5.
Tuition fees for non-EU students range roughly €8,000–€20,000 per year for English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programmes. Scholarships may be available for fee-paying students; applications are usually submitted alongside the admission application.
In Finland, there are no tuition fees for PhD students, but you must finance your own living expenses. It is possible to apply for funding for doctoral studies from various foundations. Doctoral training positions are generally salaried positions within universities.
You have a large variety of options for scholarship programmes as well.
For more info, see studyinfinland.fi/funding-your-studies/bachelors-and-masters-scholarships
Finland is a relatively expensive country to live in, so while the official minimum requirement set by Finnish Immigration Service Migri is €800 per month, Study in Finland recommends you reserve a bit more for your living expenses, approximately €900 – €1200 per month, depending on the location.
Find more information here: studyinfinland.fi/funding-your-studies/fees-and-cost-living
Working while on a student residence permit is allowed, but don’t rely on it for all your expenses. Finnish universities can advise on local student housing and support services.
We had the Study in Finland webinar on May 26th with representatives from University of Jyväskylä and Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences.
We had the Study in Finland webinar on April 28th with representatives from Humak University of Applied Sciences, Aalto University, and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences.
We had the study in Finland webinar on March 25th with representatives from University of Tampere and Haaga-Helia university of applied sciences.
We had the Study in Finland webinar on March 3rd with representatives from SAMK University of Applied Sciences and University of Lapland.
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