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230 Best Programs in Helsinki

Across Helsinki, 6 universities offer 230 programs — most run 2 years. The list starts with courses at Aalto University, University of Helsinki and Hanken School of Economics.

27Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Autonomous Systems and Intelligent Robots - ICT Innovation (EIT Digital Master School), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Autonomous Systems and Intelligent Robots is a Master of Science (Technology) in ICT Innovation at Aalto University. It covers autonomous systems, AI-powered robots, auto...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
EUR 36,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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29Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Biotechnology, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Master’s Programme in Biotechnology covers biotechnology, molecular bioscience, cell engineering, bioprocessing, biomass, and mechanistic and data-driv...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Life Sciences
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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30Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Business Analytics, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Master’s Programme in Business Analytics gives students skills in business and technology. It focuses on data-based decision-making and analytics. Stud...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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31Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Chemical Engineering, Bachelor and Master

Aalto University — The Chemical Engineering major in Aalto University’s Bachelor’s Programme in Science and Technology gives students a foundation in chemical engineering with a focus on bi...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 60,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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34Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Cinematography, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — In the Master’s Programme in Film and Television, major in Cinematography, students deepen vocational competence in the artistic, production and technical sides of film,...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
35Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Civil Engineering, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Civil Engineering focuses on the design and construction of safe and sustainable living environments. Students study environmental issues in con...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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36Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Cloud and Network Infrastructures - ICT Innovation (EIT Digital Master School), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Cloud and Network Infrastructures - ICT Innovation is a two-year Master of Science (Technology) in Information and Communication Technologies. Aalto University says the p...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
37Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Cloud and Network Infrastructures and High-Performance Computing - ICT Innovation (EIT Digital Master School), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Cloud and Network Infrastructures and High-Performance Computing is a two-year Master of Science (Technology) programme in ICT Innovation at Aalto University. It covers c...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 36,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
41Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Communications and Data Science (Erasmus Mundus), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Communications and Data Science is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters programme in Information and Communication Technologies. Aalto University says the course covers timely...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 16,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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42Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Computer Engineering, Bachelor and Master

Aalto University — Computer Engineering at Aalto University combines information technology and electrical engineering. You study low-level programming, microelectronics, computer architect...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 60,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
43Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Computer Science, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Computer Science, Master of Science (Technology), is a two-year programme in the Master’s Programme in Computer, Communication and Information Sciences...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
44Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Contemporary Design, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Contemporary Design is a Master of Arts programme in Art and Design. It explores critical and experimental design practices, from speculative concepts to material explora...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
45Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Costume Design: Performing Arts and Film, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Costume Design master studies focus on costume design for theatre, dance, musicals, circus, film, television, games, animation and immersive experience...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
46Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Creative Sustainability, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Creative Sustainability (CS) is an interdisciplinary programme in design, business, and materials and chemical engineering. It focuses on sustai...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
47Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Creative Sustainability, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Aalto University — Creative Sustainability is a 120 ECTS Master of Science programme in Economics and Business Administration. It brings business together with design, and materials and che...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
48Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Creative Sustainability, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Aalto University’s Master’s Programme in Creative Sustainability brings together design, business, and materials and chemical engineering. It focuses on sustainability, s...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Agriculture & Environment
EUR 34,000 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. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Helsinki has the largest research record in this group, with 22,163,230 citations and an h-index of 1,173. 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

By level: 185 master's, 23 bachelor's and 22 phd / doctorate. The most common subjects are Engineering (45), Business & Management (35), Arts, Design & Architecture (28) and Computer Science & IT (21). The usual length is 2 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (86% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (19% of courses with a stated intake). Aalto University offers the widest choice, with 111 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Helsinki?

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 course take in Helsinki?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do courses start in Helsinki?

Fall is the main intake — 86% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most courses in Helsinki?

Aalto University, with 111, ahead of University of Helsinki (55).

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