About Us

The University of Turku is an international research university and an active academic community of nearly 25,000 students and employees.

As one of the leading universities in Finland, the University of Turku offers study and research opportunities in eight faculties and five independent units – expertise ranging from humanities to natural sciences.

The University’s aim and ambition is to provide students with innovative problem-solving skills and a high-standard, multidisciplinary education based on the latest research.

Thanks to the outstanding services, compact campus and active academic community, international students and scholars feel at home from the very beginning of their stay.

10 best reasons to study at UTU

The University of Turku is one of the most international university in Finland and among the top 1% universities in the world.
Master’s Degree and Doctoral Programmes based on our strengths in research.
The graduates of the University of Turku are creative and innovative experts with excellent career prospects.
Generous scholarships available for talented students: the University encourages and supports students in applying and accepting a study place at the University of Turku.
Professors and lecturers that challenge you to learn.
The University of Turku is known for its excellent services. Our staff – both the academic and supportive staff – is ready to provide you with the best support services possible.
The University of Turku is an inspiring, encouraging and interactive working and learning environment and the University is constantly looking for new ways to evolve.
Wide selection of optional and minor studies. More than 130 disciplines of the University offer you over 300 courses taught in English.
Turku is a city with active student life and strong student organisations.
The University of Turku has a compact campus that is often described by students as cosy and homelike.

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“Diversity of the city, supportive scholars in any case and the green city environment make University of Turku as a desired route for study and placing it on the top without any hesitation.”

Tolga Karayel – Master’s student in Futures Studies

Türkiye

Key Facts

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Research-focused university

The University of Turku is an internationally competitive university whose operations are based on high-quality,
multidisciplinary research.

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Low-hierarchy education

We consider all students our colleagues and nurture the culture of open discussions and honest, constructive feedback.

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Continuous improvement

Founded in 1920 with the support and donations of the Finnish people, our university works to meet the changing needs of society and puts emphasis on global megatrends, such as climate change, sustainability, and digitalisation.

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