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University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Finland
Finland
• Population 5.3 million!
• Convenient located for
weekend trips to other
countries!
• Around 25% of Finland lies
in the arctic circle
• Has over 180,000 lakes!
• During June and July the
sun shines all day in the
north
Helsinki
• Capital of Finland!
• Located on Bay of Finland
• Founded in 1550
• Boasts one of the greenest
metropolitan cityscapes in
the world!
• Often called the city of
culture
Helsinki
• Strong nightlife with many
clubs and a wide array of
band scenes!
• Has a strong outdoor scene
with many opportunities to
hike, swim, boat, cycle and
ski.
• Nuuksio National Park is
30mintues away from city!
• Features an amusement
park, zoo, museums and a
seaside fortress for weekend
exploration
Getting Around
• Helsinki is very pedestrian friendly
• City also has extensive public transportation
• Has a bicycle pathway throughout mot of the city
• Has a railway system that connects Finland to other
European countries including Russia
• Helsinki's major airport is located 20km north of
they city center and has buses that can take you
there
• Port of Helsinki also offers passengers trips to
German, Sweden and Estonia among others
Quick Facts
• Water is safe to drink throughout the country
• Weather temperatures vary by season from below 32°F
in winter to over 86° F in summer.
• You will need a Visa permit
• Check with your health care provider for any
vaccinations you might need.
• If driving, you must have headlights on!
• There are no public payphones
What to Pack
• Bring warm, rain-proof, wind-proof outdoor
clothing and lighter clothing for warmer months
• Bring at least one pair of comfortable walking shoes
• Rain repellant shoes for the winter months
• Don’t forget your Health Insurance Card!
• Appliance converter
University of Helsinki
• Founded in Turku in 1640 and
moved to Helsinki in 1827
• Multidisciplinary research
university
• Ranks in the 10-15 top
research universities
worldwide
• Researchers and teachers:
4,000
• Student Population: 37,000
University of Helsinki
• Four Campuses including
• City Centre Campus for
Human Sciences
• Kumpula Science Campus
• Meilahti Campus for Medicine
• Viikki Campus for Life Scinces
• Twelve different faculties
including law, agriculture &
forestry, veterinary medicine
and arts
• Offers courses taught in
Finnish, Swedish and English
Application Requirements
• Online Application
• Statement of Purpose
• Learning Agreement
• Official Transcripts
• Language Certificate (if needed)
• Motivational Letter
• Copy of first page of passport (optional)
Academics
• Exchange students expected
to complete 30 credits a
semester
• Grading Scale is 0-5 with 0
as failing and 5 as excellent
• Courses are selected before
arrival and are noted in the
learning agreement
• Can be subject to change
• There is a link to courses
taught in English
• http://www.helsinki.fi/engli
sh/courses/
• Some courses may allow
outside work if not taught
in English
• Most exams offer option of
English
Programs at University of Helsinki
MAUI
ISEP
Mid-American Universities international
International Student Exchange Program
• Two students per year or
four students for semesters
• All areas open for study!
• English as native language
or TOEFL scores
• Offer full year or semesters
• Chance of placement is fair
• Junior-level or equivalent
coursework must be
completed in major field
• Some courses require
proficiency in Finnish or
Swedish and previous
coursework
MAUI Study
• Must be nominated by Study Abroad Coordinator!
• Application Deadlines:
• Fall Semester: May
• Spring Semester: November of previous year
• Academic year runs August through July
• Fall Semester: Sept. 1st – Dec. 20th
• Spring Semester: Jan. 1st – May 31st
MAUI Students
Housing
Student Employment
• Application included in the
Helsinki online Exchange
application
• International students can
work up to 25 hours a
week.
• Student Dorms:
• Few jobs are available
• Flat w/3-8 rooms and
shared kitchen and bath
• Student Residence Halls:
• One-room studio w/kitchen
and bath
• Most require fluent Finish
or Swedish
Estimated Costs
• Cost Per Month: 650-900 Euros or $865 - 1,200
• Housing: 250-500 Euro/ month or $330 – 665
• There is a 500 Euro housing deposit that is refundable
• Passport and Visa fees (vary)
• Clothing, Personal Expenses (vary)
• Residence Permit and insurance fees
ISEP Study
• Deadline:
• Fall Semester or Full Year – February 1st
• Spring Semester – September 1st
• Minimum GPA of 2.75
• Completed at least one academic year of university
coursework
• Complete ISEP application as well as University of
Helsinki application
Costs of ISEP Study
•
A program fee determined by and paid to your
home institution
• A placement fee charged by ISEP
• Health insurance
• Travel, passport and visa fees
• Books and pocket money
• Fees of optional study tours
ISEP Student Benefits
• Receive a stipend for three daily meals
• Accommodation for the entire exchange period
including breaks
• Guaranteed enrollment on a full-time basis
• Orientation Program
• Membership in the Student Union
• Provides reduced costs for meals, reduced fees on trains
and subsidized care at the Student Health Service
• Student Services
Contact Information
• MAUI Utrechit Network
• Markus Laitinen
• Head of International
Affairs
• POB 33 (Yliopistonkatu 4)
• Fin-00014 University of
Helsinkitel.
• +358-9-191 22605 fax. +3589-191 23077
• e-mail:
markus.laitinen@helsinki.fi
• For ISEP contact your
universities Study Abroad
Coordinator!
• Also check out the ISEP
website for more
application information.
Helpful Websites!
• Univeristy of Helsinki Exchange Programs
• http://www.Helsinki.fi/exchange/studies/index.html
• MAUI – University of Helsinki
• http://www.umsl.edu/services/abroad/universities/helsinki
.html
• ISEP – University of Helsinki
• http://www.isep.org/students/Directory/member_site.asp?
CSID=75&ID=181
• ISEP – Finland Information
• http://www.isepfinland.fi/universi/helsinki.html
• City of Helsinki
• http://www.hel.fi/hki/Helsinki/en/Etusivu