Finland

Finland is situated in northern Europe and its neighboring countries are Sweden, Norway and Russia. CIC Visa the best Finland study visa consultant in Amritsar is here to assist you. Finland represents both the Nordic democracy and its way of life as a member of the European Union. Equality is the essential driving force in our society.
We have one of the most advanced educational systems in the world, and as a result of our innovative mindset and investment in education, we are blessed with a high standard of living and quality of life.
Whilst being a globally leading country in the field of information technology, Finland also boasts gender equality and low levels of corruption. As a society it is transparent and open, and education is always considered to be a top-priority.
For an international student Finland is both an exotic and a safe target country.

Quick Facts

  • Capital and largest city: Helsinki
  • Government: Constitutional republic
  • Currency: Euro
  • Country Calling Code: + 358
  • Climate: Northern temperate
  • official languages: Finnish, Swedish
  • Population: 5.5 million ?(2017)
  • GDP Per Capita: 43,090.25 USD ?(2016
  • Major Industry:  Electronics, machinery, automobile, Engineered metal products, chemicals, timber and several mineral.

• An affordable study destination

• Home to some of the world’s finest universities

• Country with one of the highest social progress index

• Over 300 international study programs available in English

• Offers excellent opportunity for innovations

• One of the most peaceful and sustainable country of the world

• One of the healthiest eco systems of the world (Environmental performance index 2016)

  • Study programs with close collaboration with Industry and business
  • Excellent opportunity to explore some of the breath taking Scandinavian destinations

Higher education has a significant role in Finnish society and the national innovation system: higher education is crucial when working towards a world-class knowledge society.

Finnish higher education consists of two strands:

• Universities provide academic education based on research. All 14 universities offer Bachelor’s, Master’s, licentiate and doctoral degrees (3 + 2 + 4 years)

• Universities of Applied Sciences : Polytechnics provide vocational education on a higher level and promote applied research. Polytechnics confer Bachelor’s (from 3.5 up to 4 years) and Master’s (1 – 1.5 years) degrees. A student is eligible for polytechnic/UAS Master’s level studies after accomplishing a Bachelor’s degree, and having acquired at least three years of relevant work experience after that.

Tuition Fees

• Minimum tuition for English-taught degree: 1,500 EUR/year (approx)

• Average tuition fees English-taught: 10,000 – 16,000 EUR/year (approx)

Intake

• August-September and January-February

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Undergraduate

  • School-leaving certificate and SAT score

Masters

Bachelors or an equal three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant field. It is not usually possible to apply to Master’s level with ‘certificate’ or ‘diploma’ level qualifications

Cost of Living

• 160- 380 EUR (Shared Apartments) & Single Apartment cost more.

• Transportation – A public transportation pass for students is between 35 and 50 EUR/month, depending on the city

• Food Expenses- around 260 EUR/month.

Work Permit

Foreign get work permit automatically which allows them to work up to 20 hours per week during terms and full time during holidays.

Post Study Work Visa Rights

• 1 year