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185 Best Master's Programs in Helsinki

185 Master's courses are taught at 6 universities in Helsinki, typically lasting 2 years. Courses from Aalto University, University of Helsinki and Hanken School of Economics come first, because those universities rank highest.

49Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Documentary Film, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Documentary Film is a major in Aalto University’s Master of Arts (Art and Design). It aims to form innovative, critical and analytical documentary filmmakers for national...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
50Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Economics, Bachelor and Master

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Economics programme studies economics from a perspective on current phenomena in the world. The programme includes basic studies in economics and quant...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Economics & Public Policy
EUR 60,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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54Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Energy Production, Economics and Sustainability, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — In this major, you learn how to develop and optimise new energy technologies that are reliable, investment-ready and environmentally responsible. You also build the skill...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Economics & Public Policy
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
57Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Engineering Physics, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Engineering Physics gives students a strong grounding in physics and mathematics together with skills with practical applications. Aalto Univers...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
59Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (SELECT) is a joint programme leading to a double Master’s degree. Aalto University descri...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Agriculture & Environment
EUR 38,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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60Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

European Master in Biological and Chemical Engineering for a Sustainable Bioeconomy (Bioceb), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The European Master in Biological and Chemical Engineering for a Sustainable Bioeconomy (Bioceb) is a two-year joint programme in English. It focuses on bioeconomy, biore...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 9,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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63Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Film Directing, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Master of Arts in Film Directing is part of the Master’s Programme in Film and Television at Elo Film School Finland. The programme concentrates on scr...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
64Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Film Editing, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Film Editing is a major in Aalto University’s Master’s Programme in Film and Television. The programme continues bachelor’s studies in film editing and focuses on masteri...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
65Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Film Sound Design, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Film Sound Design is a Master of Arts (Art and Design) major at Aalto University. It prepares students for sound design work in film and television productions. The studi...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
No intake in 2027. Next planned intake in 2028.Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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70Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Geoengineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Geoengineering covers geotechnical engineering, rock engineering, and road engineering. It also includes study in foundation design, soil mechan...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
71Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Geoinformatics, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s programme in Geoinformatics at Aalto University is a two-year, 120-ECTS Master of Science (Technology) degree. It focuses on geoinformatics, with study areas...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #114 (Aalto University) to #116 (University of Helsinki); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Helsinki is cited most (22,163,230 citations). 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Engineering (35), Business & Management (32), Arts, Design & Architecture (24) and Computer Science & IT (21). The usual length is 2 years and 1 year 6 months. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (83% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (20% of courses with a stated intake). Aalto University offers the widest choice, with 104 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Helsinki for Master's?

Aalto University (QS World #114), University of Helsinki (QS World #116) and Hanken School of Economics (#10 in Finland) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Master's course take in Helsinki?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with 1 year 6 months the next most common.

When do Master's courses start in Helsinki?

Fall is the main intake — 83% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Master's courses in Helsinki?

Aalto University, with 104, ahead of University of Helsinki (41).

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