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Why Study in Finland?
Finland is one of the safest, happiest, and most innovative countries in the world, making it a top destination for international students. Finnish universities are highly ranked for research, technology, innovation, and quality of education.
Finland is especially famous for:
World-class universities (University of Helsinki, Aalto University)
Strong IT, Engineering, and Education programs
Focus on research, critical thinking, and innovation
A safe, student-friendly environment with high living standards
For Bangladeshi students, Finland offers affordable education, English-taught programs, scholarships, and post-study opportunities in a growing job market.
Cost of Studying in Finland
Bachelor’s Degree: €4,000 – €12,000/year
Master’s Degree: €6,000 – €18,000/year
PhD: Usually tuition-free (often funded with stipends)
Cost of Living in Finland
Students need on average €700 – €1,100/month depending on the city.
Accommodation: €300 – €500/month
Food & Groceries: €200 – €300/month
Transport: €50 – €70/month (discounted student pass)
Health Insurance: €100 – €200/year
👉 Proof of funds for visa: approx. €560/month (~€6,720/year).
Admission Requirements
Valid Passport
Academic Certificates & Transcripts
Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
Motivation Letter / SOP
CV/Resume
Passport-sized Photos
Entrance Exam (for some programs, e.g., Business/Engineering)
Language Requirements
Most programs are in English, so Finnish is not required for admission.
IELTS: 6.0 – 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 79 – 92
PTE: 54+
👉 However, learning Finnish helps with jobs & daily life.
Visa Requirements
Students from Bangladesh need a Residence Permit for Studies.
Requirements:
Admission Letter from a Finnish University
Proof of Funds (€560/month ≈ €6,720/year)
Accommodation Proof
Health Insurance
Academic Certificates
Police Clearance
Language Proficiency Certificate
⏳ Processing Time: 1–3 months.
Intakes in Finland
Autumn (August/September) – Main intake
Spring (January) – Limited programs
Popular Student Cities
Helsinki – University of Helsinki, Aalto University
Tampere – Tampere University
Turku – University of Turku, Åbo Akademi University
Oulu – University of Oulu
Jyväskylä – University of Jyväskylä
Post-Study Work Opportunities
After graduation, Finland offers international students a 2-year residence permit to find jobs or start businesses.
Popular job sectors:
IT & Software Development
Engineering & Technology
Business & Management
Renewable Energy
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Average graduate salary: €2,400 – €3,200/month.
Scholarships in Finland
Finland Government Scholarships
University of Helsinki Scholarships
Aalto University Scholarship
University of Turku Scholarships
Tampere University Scholarships
Erasmus+ Scholarships
Top Courses in Finland
Computer Science & IT
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Engineering & Technology
Renewable Energy & Sustainability
Education & Pedagogy
Business & Management
Health & Life Sciences
Top Universities in Finland
University of Helsinki
Aalto University
University of Turku
University of Oulu
Tampere University
University of Jyväskylä
Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT)
