Overview

The degree awarded is an architect’s professional degree, providing the right to practise the architect’s profession in Finland and the European Union according to the national laws and decrees. The Oulu School of Architecture is a very practice-oriented teaching institution, which makes its graduates to turn into sought-after recruits in the field of architecture and design.

Studies are carried out both individually and in multicultural teams in an international working environment. Varying courses and additional study options give possibilities to integrate student competitions or workshops in the student’s individual study plan.

Career opportunities

After graduation the students are eligible to carry on to doctoral studies at the University of Oulu. Most architects work as building designers and urban designers. Additional career options for an architect may be:

Entrepreneur
Expert
Teacher
Researcher
Concept Designer
Visualizer.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Urban Space Design
Architecture of Structures
Interior Design
Architectural Lighting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-21 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oulu, Finland

Disciplines

Architecture View 5 other Masters in Architecture in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered in the selection you must have one of the following degrees

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture with "good", "very good" or "excellent" design skills presented in a portfolio.The Bachelor's degree should be equivalent to 180 ECTS, or at least three years of full-time studies in architecture, including studies in history of architecture, architectural design, urban design, building physics and technology.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14000 EUR / year

≈ 14000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and their family members with an EU residence card in Finland are exempt from tuition fees.

Living costs

Oulu

Finland

660 - 1040 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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