University of Turku (UTU), in Finland, is an international research university. We provide students with innovative problem solving skills
and high-standard education based on our strenghts in research. Over 2,500 international students study at UTU every year, and 97 % of them feel that UTU and Turku are good places to be. Learn more about student life by following #utuambassador on social media!
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 (10)
- M.Sc. Human Neuroscience
Medicine & Health (6)
Engineering & Technology (5)
Computer Science & IT (4)
Social Sciences (4)
Applied Sciences & Professions (3)
Business & Management (2)
- M.A. Futures Studies
Education & Training (1)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- M.A. Futures Studies
Humanities (1)
- M.A. Futures Studies
About
History
Turku is an old university town. Queen Christina of Sweden established the third university of the Sweden-Finland kingdom, the Royal Academy of Turku, in 1640.
In the 1820s, three major figures of Finnish language, culture and literature, J.V. Snellman, Elias Lönnrot and J.L. Runeberg, studied at the Royal Academy of Turku.
Education
University of Turku is an active international research university and a vibrant academic community of 25,000 students and employees from over 100 different countries. As one of the leading universities in Finland, University of Turku offers study and research opportunities in seven faculties.
The University provides students with innovative problem solving skills and high-standard, multidisciplinary education based on the most up-to-date research.
Thanks to the outstanding services, compact campus, and active academic community, international students and scholars feel at home from the very beginning of their stay.
Research
The multidisciplinary and international University of Turku is an attractive research environment for researchers at different stages of their careers.
A straightforward researcher career path and the advancement of international mobility increase the quality and effectiveness of research. In accordance with our strategy, 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.
Career
The Career Services provides career counseling and job seeking services to the students:
- personal career guidance
- information on job seeking and working in Finland
- open vacancies
- internship in Finland
- internship abroad
- thesis as a commision
- CV clinics and other events
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
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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.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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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.
Services
Student services
- Programme coordinators are usually the first contact point for international students. They can help you with most questions concerning your studies.
- Study Advisors of the faculties help you with study and admission related issues
- Head of Academic and Student Affairs knows the best the study affairs of the faculty. S/he can provide information on e.g. student admission and study plans.
- International Officers take care of student exchange programmes and grants and can help you if you want to go on exchange. Career services are in charge of internships abroad.
- Teachers have usually specific appointment times when students can visit them.
Housing services
The housing situation in Turku is relatively good and student appartments are of easy walking, cycling or a bus ride distance from the campus.
It is your responsibility to arrange accommodation for yourself. University of Turku cannot unfortunately guarantee or arrange housing for students and therefore we recommend that you apply housing well in advance, observing the deadlines set by individual housing providers.
Library services
In the coronavirus situation libraries are open with limited service hours only for University staff and students with access rights. In accordance with the University’s policies, the University buildings will be kept locked, but staff and students can access the buildings as well as the libraries with electronic tag during opening hours.
ICT services
You can access the wireless network anywhere on campus. There are two networks: UTU Visitor for Visitors and Eduroam.
Medical services
Student health care (Finnish Student Health Service, FSHS) is available to all attending Bachelor's and Master's Degree students. The compulsory health care fee must be paid directly to Kela. Doctoral students are not entitled to use the services of FSHS.
Student Life
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.
Sports facilities
CampusSport offers sports services for the students and staff of the higher education institutions in Turku.
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 membership fee of the Union is compulsory to all students.
Student Reviews
Best Uni Choice
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I studied at the university of Turku for approximately one year as part of a double master program. Unfortunately, I was not able to travel to Finland due to Covid-19 restrictions but I still think that UTU deserves appreciation and a good review. My courses at UTU were really interesting and interactive, despite virtual formats, and I was able to gain so much knowledge...
Satisfied experience
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
University has good facilities to help students, which are easy to access. Courses are flexible and interesting.
Good international studies with a minor in IT
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good professors & tutors Not enough technical courses & technological aspects
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