The University of Turku is an internationally competitive university whose operations are based on high-quality, multidisciplinary research. We promote education and free science and provide higher education that is based on research. The University is part of the international academic community. We collaborate closely with the Finnish society and participate actively in the development of its region.
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Top reasons to study here
- We promote entrepreneurial attitude and utilisation of research in collaboration with business life.
- We recognise the innovations emerging from research and our globally competitive education services.
- We are a responsible employer and our operations are built on common values.
Master's Programmes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (15)
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- M.Sc. BioinformaticsFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Medicine
- Master Materials PhysicsFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Master Theoretical PhysicsFaculty of Science and Engineering
Computer Science & IT (11)
- M.Sc. BioinformaticsFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- M.Sc. Embedded ComputingFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Humanities
- Master Health TechnologyFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Information Security Networked Systems SecurityFaculty of Science and Engineering
Medicine & Health (11)
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Medicine
- M.Sc. Food DevelopmentFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Master Health TechnologyFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Master Human NeuroscienceFaculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
Engineering & Technology (8)
- M.Sc. Biomedical ImagingFaculty of Medicine
- M.Sc. Embedded ComputingFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Master Health TechnologyFaculty of Science and Engineering
- M.Sc. Materials ChemistryFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Master Materials PhysicsFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Biomedical Medicinal And Radiopharmaceutical ChemistryFaculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
Social Sciences (5)
- Faculty of Humanities
- Master East Asian StudiesFaculty of Social Sciences, Centre for East Asian Studies
- Faculty of Humanities
- Master Gender StudiesFaculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Humanities
Applied Sciences & Professions (2)
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- M.Sc. Food DevelopmentFaculty of Science and Engineering
Business & Management (2)
- M.A. Futures StudiesTurku School of Economics
- Turku School of Economics
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- Faculty of Humanities
Education & Training (1)
- Faculty of Education
Law (1)
- Faculty of Law
About
History
The academic history of Turku extends all the way back to the 13th century, when people from Turku went to study in the universities of Central Europe. In 1640, the first university of Finland, the Royal Academy of Turku, was established by Christina, Queen of Sweden.The University of Turku was established in 1920 with the aid of donations from 22 040 citizens, and it became the first Finnish university in Finland.The University’s founding years was an era of strong patriotism and Finland took its first steps as an independent country. This spirit can also be sensed in the motto of the University:
Education
The University of Turku is an active and international academic community of more than 25,000 staff and students. Get acquainted with studying, research and life at the campus that never sleeps!
Research
Straightforward researcher career path and the advancement of international mobility increase the quality and effectiveness of research. We are increasing the number of postdoctoral researchers recruited through international application processes, and we are developing the use of the Tenure Track system further in the whole University.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
285 -9
2018
276 -42
2017
234
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2018
296
2017
-
2016
-
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
301 100
2017
401
2016
401
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
351
2018
351 -50
2017
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The International Office serves all of those who are on the move - either coming to Turku or going abroad. The job of the International Office is to help students and teachers to be mobile and to give advise and information on different possibilities.
Housing services
Turku has accommodation options to suit every budget. We have reserved rooms for booking by delegates at the following establishments. All the listed options are located in the Turku city centre.
Library services
If you need advice, the whole library staff is at your service. You can chat with us or phone us (libraries, opening hours and contact information)
Student Life
Campus life
The University of Turku has operatios all over Finland – from Utsjoki, Lappland to Finnish Archipelago Sea. Education is mainly focused on three campuses: Turku, Pori and Rauma.
Sports facilities
University of Turku offers many excercise opportunities together with other institutions of higher education in Turku for students and staff.
Student clubs
The Student Union of the University of Turku (TYY, Turun yliopiston ylioppilaskunta) is a public corporation completely independent of the University of Turku. The role of TYY is to represent its members, to advance the position of students in society and provide them with services ranging from consultations with lawyers to parties and sports opportunities
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, StudyPortals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
My heart-warming experience at CEAS, University of Turku
Aleksandra Morozova rated 5 out of 5 stars
Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku, Finland, provides a profound and complete programme on East Asian studies. The experience of studying there is not only interesting and fulfilling, but the student life at the centre and at the campus in general paved a way to my heart and soul. The professors and the staff is caring and highly professional. Fellow students from all acro...
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Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The University of Turku provides a rich learning environment and offers a wide range of subjects to study. I warmly recommend!
Great opportunities
Ashraf Baghestani rated 3.5 out of 5 stars
I really like University of Turku as it has provided a really good atmosphere and well-organized system for international students. There is freedom in the study plan and you can take different courses from any department you want, no matter you are from which faculty or study program. Of course language of instruction matters but you can always find plenty of good courses in English and genera...
