FINNIPS -Finnish Network for International Programmes

FINNIPS - Finnish Network for International Programmes: Get an English-taught Higher Education Degree in Finland!

What is FINNIPS?

FINNIPS = your way to get a higher education degree in Finland!

FINNIPS is your way to study in English in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences and to obtain an internationally-recognised and professionally-oriented higher education degree. See the great variety of Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes offered by the network in eight fields of study!

The Finnish Network for International Programmes (FINNIPS) is a cooperation network formed by 10 Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences (UAS). These Universities of Applied Sciences offer close to 50 degree programmes that are fully conducted in English. The majority of the UASs' degree programmes are at Bachelor's level but there are also several Master's programmes to choose from.

The main function of the FINNIPS network is to arrange entrance examinations for the UASs’ English-taught degree programmes in countries outside Finland. In 2021, you can take the exams fully online. In addition, FINNIPS promotes the various study options of the network's UASs in virtual study fairs, social media platforms and through various other channels to spread information about studying in Finland!

Admission Services will help you

Each UAS has its own Admission Services. For any questions about the degree programmes, admission process and entrance examinations, please contact the Admission Services of the UAS of your choice. See the Admission Services' contact information and get your questions answered!

Apply online 7-20 January 2021

The joint application period for studies starting in autumn 2021 will take place on 7-20 January 2021. Students will be selected through the Finnish national joint application system, studyinfo.fi, which is maintained by the Finnish National Agency for Education (EDUFI).

Read more and fill in the online application at Studyinfo.fi

Close to 50 programmes in English

What do you want to study? You can choose from close to 50 English-taught Degree Programmes in different fields of study: Beauty and Cosmetics, Business and Administration, Culture and Arts, Health Care and Social Services, Natural Resources, Seafaring, Sports, Technology, and Tourism and Hospitality. Find your programme amongst the great variety!

Take a look at the programmes

Entrance exams around the world and online

After applying for admission according to the set procedures, applicants will be invited to take part in entrance examinations. In previous years, the FINNIPS network has arranged the exams in different countries around the world. However, in 2021, the entrance examinations for the FINNIPS network's degree programmes are taken online!

See information on online exams in 2021

Student Stories

What to expect from studying in Finland? What do Alejandro and other degree students from the FINNIPS member UASs have to say about studying and living in Finland?

Read student stories

Finnips Publications

Finnips has published four books concerning international education. You can download and read FINNIPS network's publications for free.

6 May 2019

Attracting Global Talents

The fourth publication of the Finnish Network for International Programmes (FINNIPS) is a celebration of the ten years of cooperation conducted within the network. By 2019, the FINNIPS cooperation efforts have created a significant channel for foreign degree students to come to Finland.

14 Sep 2017

Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences on the Verge of a New Era

The third publication of the Finnish Network for International Programmes (FINNIPS) deals with topics related to the international education marketing and student recruitment as well as provides accounts on Finnish higher education institutions’ experiences regarding the introduction of tuition fees.

23 Sep 2015

Exploring the Impact and Full Potential of International Education

The FINNIPS-network’s second publication is a cross-section of the various themes and on-going discussions that shape and affect the role and functions of international degree programmes in Finnish UASs.This publication seeks to address the most topical questions and map the current challenges related to international UAS education and, at the same time, offer tools and accounts of best practices with regard to the further development of it.

13 Nov 2013

Finnips - Joint Efforts for Internationalisation

This publication illuminates the reasons for arranging entrance examinations abroad in pursuance of describing the development and activities of the FINNIPS network...

Would you like to know more about your study options at Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences? Now you have a great chance for that! FINNIPS will attend the Study World Virtual Fair on 9 December 2020. Register for free and visit the FINNIPS booth to collect brochures, see videos and chat with our representatives: https://asiavirtual.thestudentworld.com/ #finnips

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Studying at Karelia UAS is much more than just reading books and taking exams. Innovation Month is a special learning experience offered to all students who are interested in testing their entrepreunial skills in an international team. During Innovation Month students learn by practicing and innovating new businesses. Watch the video! #finnipsfeaturing #kareliauas #myjoensuu #studyinfinland

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From Arts to Engineering: choose your field of study from FINNIPS network's 10 Universities of Applied Sciences! We offer close to 50 international degree programmes in English both at Bachelor's and Master's levels. Apply to the programmes 7-20 January 2021 and take an online entrance examination. Check our programmes and more information on the online exams at the website: https://www.finnips.fi/en/entrance-exams/ #finnips

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2nd-year International Business student Alla Vokhta is happy with her choice of Karelia UAS: "What I like the most about my university is the attitude towards its students. The educational process is organized in the way to keep students motivated..." Read her story: https://www.karelia.fi/en/student-story-alla-vokhta/ #finnipsfeaturing #kareliauas #myjoensuu #studyinfinland

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The Degree Programme in International Business enables you to develop expertise required in global business. The main focus of the studies is on international marketing as a part of successful business. Read more at: https://www.karelia.fi/en/international-business/

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Katharina Abelita from Philippines studies Industrial Management for the first year at Karelia UAS: "Industrial Management is a good study programme for people who, like me, would like to make our existing systems more environment-friendly while at the same time, economically viable." Read her story: https://www.karelia.fi/…/katharina-abelita-online-learning…/ #finnipsfeaturing #kareliauas Karelia-ammattikorkeakoulu

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An engineer graduated from Industrial Management is the most sought professional in international large and medium-sized companies. This degree awarding education combines technology, business and management skills. Study Bachelor Degree in Engineering at Karelia UAS. https://www.karelia.fi/en/industrial-management #finnipsfeaturingkareliauas #kareliauas @Karelia-ammattikorkeakoulu

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Greetings from eastern Finland! This week in #Finnipsfeaturing you will get to know Karelia University of Applied Sciences #kareliauas Study in Finland! Karelia UAS offers two degree programmes in English. Our two campuses are located in Joensuu, a vibrant city where one third of the residents are students. Karelia UAS' International Business degree programme celebrated 25th anniversary in 2020 and Industrial Management degree programme's first intake was in 2020. Karelia UAS is all about high quality and innovative education. www.karelia.fi/adimission

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FINNIPS is attending the Student World Study in Europe virtual fair on Wednesday 25 November. Register for free and join the fair to learn what Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences can offer to you: https://studyeuropevirtual.thestudentworld.com/ Check the FINNIPS website for your study options and information on the application process and online entrance exams: https://www.finnips.fi/en/home/ #finnips

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