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Study computing and software in Finland

Universities and colleges in Finland recorded as teaching computing and software, with the levels they teach and what a year of study costs.

Includes Computer science, software, data science, AI, cybersecurity

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267 computing and software courses in Finland, from the official register. From official course data (government statistics and national course registers).

Subjects we can show you in Finland

Business and management 30Computing and software 31Engineering 37Medicine and health 32Nursing and midwifery 11Law 6Social sciences 10Psychology 7Education and teaching 14Natural sciences 6Mathematics and statistics 8Economics and finance 21Art and design 22Music and performing arts 10Media and journalism 12Architecture and built environment 5Agriculture and environment 15Hospitality and tourism 14Languages and literature 2Sport and exercise science 10
Any level FoundationBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateShort courses

31 institutions recorded as teaching this in Finland.

Order: Universities first, then most programmes or graduates in this field A to Z

Institutions

University of Turku

University · Turku
Bachelor's · Doctorate · Master's
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Aalto University

University · Espoo
Bachelor's · Doctorate · Master's
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University of Oulu

University · Oulu
Bachelor's · Doctorate · Master's
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Studying in Finland at a glance

Tuition a year
EUR 8,000 to EUR 20,000
Living costs a month
EUR 900 to EUR 1,200
First year, all in, from
EUR 19,400
Money to show for the visa
EUR 9,600
Work during term
30 hours a week
Stay to work after
2 years

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for computing and software can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

How much does it cost to study computing and software in Finland?

Tuition for international students runs from EUR 8,000 to EUR 20,000 a year, and living costs from EUR 900 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 19,400. Fees for computing and software can be higher than the average; check the course page.

Can I work while I study in Finland?

Yes, up to 30 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in Finland after I graduate?

Yes: Residence permit to look for work gives you 2 years.

Scholarships to study computing and software, by nationality

Government scholarships open to your passport, with deadlines and the official pages. Many accept any subject: check each scheme.

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