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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.

97Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Photography, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Photography at Aalto University is a Master of Arts (Art and Design) programme that treats photography as a practice in motion. The studies cover professional, artistic a...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
99Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Production Design, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — The Production Design major in Aalto University’s master’s programme in Film and Television focuses on the visual, functional, and production aspects of production design...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
100Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Quantum Technology, Bachelor and Master

Aalto University — Quantum Technology is the major in Aalto Bachelor’s Programme in Science and Technology. Aalto University says it gives a solid foundation for becoming a quantum scientis...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
EUR 60,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
104Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Real Estate Economics, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master's Programme in Real Estate Economics prepares students to understand real estate markets, shape urban development, and create value through the built environme...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Economics & Public Policy
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
105Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Security and Cloud Computing (SECCLO, Erasmus Mundus), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — SECCLO is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in computer science, with a focus on information security and cloud computing. Aalto University says the programme combine...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 18,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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108Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Software Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Software Engineering major is part of the Master’s Programme in Computer, Communication and Information Sciences. It teaches core technical software en...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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109Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Sound in New Media, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — The Major in Sound in New Media explores emerging digital technology and its aural impact in society. It focuses on acoustic communication, sonic interaction, new interfa...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
2028Intake
Media & Communication
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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113Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Strategic management in a changing world, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Aalto University — Strategic Management in a Changing World is a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration at Aalto University. It teaches students how to develop strategy...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
114Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions (EIT), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions (EIT) is an international double degree Master of Science (Technology) programme in urban mobility. It combines a Technical major w...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Agriculture & Environment
EUR 32,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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115Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Sustainable entrepreneurship, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Aalto University — Sustainable Entrepreneurship at Aalto University is a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration that focuses on creating and managing businesses with env...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
118Master's Degree
UH University of Helsinki logo
QS World #116 #2 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor and Master of Arts or Science or Social Sciences

University of Helsinki — The Bachelor's Programme in Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Helsinki combines disciplines across the natural sciences, social sciences, computing and...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
AutumnIntake
Social Sciences & Psychology
EUR 65,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
120Master's Degree
UH University of Helsinki logo
QS World #116 #2 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years

University of Helsinki — The Master’s Programme in Agricultural Sciences at the University of Helsinki covers plant production sciences, animal science, agrotechnology and environmental soil scie...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
AutumnIntake
Agriculture & Environment
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university

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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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