In our Master's programmes, you can build a degree based on your own interests with the help of our wide range of multidisciplinary study options and courses offered by 11 faculties. The scope is 120 ECTS credits to be completed with two years of full-time study. You learn from the best in their field and get a solid foundation for doctoral studies.
In the International Master's Programmes, the language of instruction is English. However, in many of the programmes you can also complete studies partly or fully in Finnish and/or Swedish. Always check the language information on the programme website.
Our International Master's Programmes have one intake per academic year. You can only submit your application during the application period.
The application period for studies starting in autumn 2025 is from 2 to 16 January 2025.
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