Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Espoo
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Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Espoo is a Finnish university of applied sciences located in Espoo, just outside of Helsinki. It is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Finland, with over 15,000 students and 1,500 staff. Metropolia offers a wide range of bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in English, as well as professional development courses and other educational services.
Metropolia is known for its strong focus on practical skills and its close collaboration with industry. The university has a number of campuses in Espoo, as well as a learning center in Helsinki.
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Finland’s largest university of applied sciences, educates future professionals in the fields of Business, Culture, Health Care and Social Services, and Technology.
Tuition range for international students in Euro:
- Bachelor’s degree programmes: EUR 8,000-10,000 per academic year
- Master’s degree programmes: EUR 11,000-12,500 per academic year
Metropolia offers a number of scholarships to international students, which can help to reduce the cost of tuition.
Here are some of the benefits of studying at Helsinki Metropolia University of Applied Sciences Espoo:
- High-quality education with a focus on practical skills
- Close collaboration with industry
- Wide range of bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in English
- Scholarships available to international students
- Convenient location in the Helsinki metropolitan area
Student Life
The students I met with reported feeling very safe in Helsinki. I experienced the same. It was dark much of the time I was there, and I never felt uncomfortable walking around by myself. The students joked that a drunk person on the street is more likely to sing to you than harass you. The drinking/singing combination is evidenced by the popularity of karaoke as well as sitz parties. Sitz parties sometimes include a seated meal but always include singing—and often even songbooks! Then there are the coveralls... Each school in Finland is assigned a color for coveralls. Students wear them to parties and decorate their coveralls with the patches they get from different events (a bit like a girl scout sash). I have to admit, I don't think it's the best look but the students are super enthusiastic about this tradition.
Housing
HOAS is the student housing provider in Helsinki. Housing is not guaranteed, but priority is given to international students. Rent ranges from 241-564 euros per month and is usually around 300 euros a month. A few tips from students: 1. Apply early. As soon as you are accepted,2. Be sure to check the box on the application saying that you would not have a place to live without housing. 3. Request housing for a couple of months before you need it (which evidently makes it more likely that you will receive it when you do need it).
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