If you are an EU/EEA citizen you have the possibility to study in Finland under the same conditions as Finnish citizens. There are various ways of studying in Finland: you can apply independently or through a programme. You can study an entire or a partial degree or a post-graduate degree.

In Finland the Centre for International Mobility (CIMO) coordinates different scholarship and exchange programmes and is responsible for implementing nearly all EU education, training, culture and youth programmes at national level. CIMO organises also international trainee exchanges and advances teaching of Finnish language and culture in universities abroad, as well as arranges summer courses in Finnish language and culture for international students.

You will find more useful information about study and practical training opportunities and youth exchanges in Finland at the Discover Finland -site, maintained by CIMO.

Recognition of qualifications

In Finland the decisions of professional recognition are made at the National Board of Education at the unit in which the Finnish ENIC/NARIC functions. More information is available at the web site of the National Board of Education.

Right to practise a profession

In certain professions a right to practice is required. The right to practice a profession in Finland is required from health-care professionals, veterinary surgeons, chartered public finance auditors, chartered accountants, advocates and seafarers. The right to practice a profession with a foreign qualification in the health-care sector is granted by the National Authority of Medicolegal Affairs.