University of Oulu Summary
The University of Oulu is one of Finland’s top universities, located in Northern Finland, and one of the strongest in the country in technology, science, health, education, business, environmental research and Arctic-related study. The university is situated in Oulu, a city synonymous with technology, wireless communications, innovation and northern living, making it ideal for students looking for a research-led Finnish university with strong programmes in engineering, ICT, science and health. The university offers English-taught bachelor’s and master’s programmes in selected international fields. Undergraduate students can choose a bachelor’s-plus-master’s program in computer science and engineering, electronics and communications engineering, software engineering and information systems, and international business management. The university offers master's degree programs in architecture, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, business analytics, computer science, electronics, environmental engineering, finance, accounting, international business, learning and education technology, mining, sustainable autonomous systems, sustainable marketing, wireless communications and related areas at the postgraduate level. Doctoral studies are pursued within research groups and doctoral structures in technology, science, medicine, education, humanities, business, health, mining, communications, sustainability and Arctic research. As a rule, PhD candidates need a relevant master’s degree, fit with supervisor, research plan and funding route. Tuition fees for 2026/27 vary by programme. Students from outside the EU/EEA are listed as paying €10,000 per academic year for bachelor’s-plus-master’s routes, with master’s programs typically costing between €10,000 and €14,000 per year, depending on the field. In general, the University of Oulu is an excellent choice for students who are interested in technology, health, communications, sustainability and northern innovation.
