Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Summary
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is the largest university of applied sciences in Finland and also one of the most important higher education institutions based on practical learning in the country. Metropolia is situated in the metropolitan area of Helsinki and provides career-oriented education in the areas of business, engineering, information technology, health care, social services, culture, media, design, construction, automotive technology and service industries. It is particularly suitable for students who want practical learning, hands-on projects, internships and direct career preparation in the largest urban area in Finland. Metropolia is different from the traditional research universities whose programmes are based on professional skills, relevance to working life and applied development. Some students might engage in project-based learning, laboratory activities, simulations, clinical placements, industry placements, innovation projects, work experience and thesis work. This makes the institution attractive to students who want to enter professional employment soon after graduation. Metropolia provides English-language bachelor’s programmes, including International Business and Logistics, International Business and Analytics, Information Technology, Electronics, Sustainable Solutions Engineering, Nursing, Social Services, European Business Administration and other applied fields depending on intake. Metropolia offers Master’s programmes in English in the fields of business, health care, social services, technology, construction, digitalization, leadership, service innovation and professional development. Universities of applied sciences in Finland do not have traditional PhD programmes because they are mainly focused on applied higher education at bachelor and master level. Students who want to proceed to doctoral studies after Metropolia typically transfer to a research university in Finland or abroad after having completed a relevant Master’s degree. Students outside the EU/EEA pay tuition fees for bachelor’s and master’s programmes taught in English. Program fees are available on Metropolia’s tuition fee page and program pages (fee levels may vary by program and intake). In conclusion, Metropolia is a good option for students who are looking for applied and career-oriented education in Helsinki.
