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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.

75Master'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
76Master'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
77Master'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)
View program → About the university
82Master'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
83Master'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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85Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Human-Computer Interaction and Design - ICT Innovation (EIT Digital Master School), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Human-Computer Interaction and Design master’s programme is an interdisciplinary programme in which the User-Centred Design approach places users at the centre of the...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
86Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Human-Computer Interaction and Design with Extended Reality - ICT Innovation (EIT Digital Master School), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Human-Computer Interaction and Design with Extended Reality (HCID/XR) master’s programme is an interdisciplinary programme that combines human, technological and busi...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 36,000 total Tuition (indicative)
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91Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Information Networks, Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — The Master’s Programme in Information Networks combines technical expertise with societal understanding and strategic thinking. It covers digital services, sustainable or...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
92Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Information and Service Management, Master of Science (Economics and Business Administration)

Aalto University — Information and Service Management is a two-year Master of Science programme at Aalto University School of Business. It focuses on business analytics, information systems...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 30,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
93Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering (Nordic Master), Master of Science (Technology)

Aalto University — Nordic Master in Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering is a double degree programme leading to two Master of Science degrees. Aalto University describes it as combini...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
EUR 34,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
94Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

Interior Architecture, Master of Arts (Art and Design)

Aalto University — Interior Architecture, Master of Arts (Art and Design) at Aalto University focuses on the design of immediate interior and exterior environments. The programme covers spa...

Master's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
EUR 40,000 total Tuition (indicative)
View program → About the university
95Master's Degree
AU Aalto University logo
QS World #114 #1 in Finland Helsinki, Finland

International Business, Bachelor and Master

Aalto University — The Bachelor’s Programme in International Business covers business fundamentals, language and communication, and a major in International Business. Aalto University says...

Master's DegreeLevel
5 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
EUR 60,000 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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