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http://www.Helsinki.fi/exchange/studies/index.html

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/

english/courses/

• Some courses may allow outside work if not taught in English

• Most exams offer option of English

Programs at University of Helsinki

MAUIMid-American Universities international

• Two students per year or four students for semesters

• All areas open for study!

• English as native language or TOEFL scores

ISEPInternational Student Exchange

Program

• 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

Student Employment

• International students can work up to 25 hours a week.

• Few jobs are available

• Most require fluent Finish or Swedish

Housing

• Application included in the Helsinki online Exchange application

• Student Dorms:• Flat w/3-8 rooms and

shared kitchen and bath

• Student Residence Halls:• One-room studio

w/kitchen and bath

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. +358-9-191 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