Introduction

The University of Oulu is a public comprehensive university in Oulu, northern Finland. It is also the second largest university in Finland and a member of laotse. It is a vibrant scientific and educational base dedicated to improving the education system in northern Finland to build a high-level international scientific university and reach national level.

Overview

Number of students and faculty: There are currently about 14,500 students and 3,100 faculty and staff.

Course settings: The school's teaching covers 9 fields, distributed in 6 departments, including education, humanities, medicine, science and technology, economics and industrial management, and provides graduate-level education in education and globalization, finance and management accounting, international business, finance and economics, protein science and technology, environmental engineering, architectural design, health and welfare in polar regions, etc.

History and establishment time

On July 8, 1958, the then Finnish President Urho Kekkonen signed the The "Oulu University Decree" marks the official establishment of the University of Oulu. The earliest disciplines established are mainly science, engineering and teacher training.

School Strength

Teaching Staff: It has a high-quality teaching staff, whose teachers have profound attainments and rich teaching experience in their respective research fields, providing students with high-quality education and professional guidance.

Scientific Research Level: The school's main research areas are biotechnology, information technology, Northern Finland affairs and environmental studies. It has world-renowned molecular biology and biotechnology, as well as two national research centers. The research results have a certain influence internationally, producing nearly 3,000 scientific publications each year, and spawning multiple new research-driven start-ups every year.

Teaching Resources: It has a large scientific base and complete teaching facilities, including modern laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide good conditions for students' learning and research. In addition, the school also maintains extensive cooperative relations with the business community and all sectors of society, providing students with rich internship and employment opportunities.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

Committed to creating new knowledge, well-being and innovation through research and education to promote the sustainable development of society, cultivate professionals with innovative ability, responsibility and global vision, focus on interdisciplinary research and education, emphasize diversity, equality and inclusion, and strive to promote sustainability, responsibility and equality in all operations and campuses.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: It has strong disciplinary strength in biotechnology, information technology, medicine, environmental science and other fields. For example, its medical school is a leader in health and welfare research in the Arctic region, and the School of Engineering also has outstanding performance in professional fields such as electronic engineering and computer science. In the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject, many disciplines are ranked at the top.

Key laboratories and research centers: There are 8 research centers and two research stations, including the Arctic Medical Research Institute, the Biological Center, the Electro-Optical Research Institute, and the Oulu Information Technology Center. These research institutions provide important support for the development of related disciplines and promote scientific research innovation and transformation of results.

Faculty

The school has a total of 6 colleges, namely the School of Humanities, the School of Education, the School of Science, the School of Medicine, the School of Economics, and the School of Engineering. In addition, there are some independent institutions, such as the Arctic Medical Research Institute, the Biological Center, the Electro-Optical Research Institute, the Oulu Information Technology Center, the Kajaani University Center, the Language Center, the Sodankyla Observatory, the University Library, the University Press, etc.

Ranking

QS World University Rankings: 313th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Times Higher Education World University Rankings: In 2024, the University of Oulu ranked 251-300 in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Tuition fees for non-EU students vary depending on the major. For example, the tuition fees for some master's programs are about 10,000-15,000 Euros/year.

Scholarship: The school has a University of Oulu scholarship, covering 50%-100% of tuition fees. The Finnish scholarship includes one year's tuition fees and 5,000 Euros for living expenses.

Campus

The University of Oulu is located in Oulu, northern Finland. The campus environment is beautiful and the surrounding natural landscape is rich. The campus facilities are complete, including teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, student dormitories, restaurants, etc., providing students with good learning and living conditions. In addition, the city of Oulu, where the school is located, is one of the largest urban centers in northern Scandinavia and one of the fastest-growing regions in Finland, providing students with rich cultural, entertainment and employment opportunities.