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Study Physics in Finland

Physics investigates the laws of nature from particles to the universe – mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics and astrophysics – with strong mathematics and laboratory components.

  • 24 programmes
  • 4 institutions
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  1. Master

    Geophysics (Masters)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

  2. Other programmes

    Arctic Geophysics

    University of the Arctic 🇫🇮 Rovaniemi, Finland

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  4. Bachelor

    Water jacket, geophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

  5. Teacher training

    Physics teacher

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

  6. Master

    Biophysics (Masters)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

  7. Bachelor

    Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

  8. Bachelor

    Theoretical Physics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

  9. Bachelor

    Biophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

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  11. Bachelor

    Geophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

  12. Master

    Physics (Masters)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

  13. Bachelor

    Computational physics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

  14. Bachelor

    Geophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Oulu 🇫🇮 Oulun, Finland

  15. Bachelor

    Solid Earth Geophysics (Bachelor)

    University of Helsinki 🇫🇮 Helsinki, Finland

Study Physics in Finland – facts and figures

In Finland, 4 universities and colleges offer 24 Physics programmes: 13 Bachelor, 6 Master and 1 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Oulun, Helsinki, Rovaniemi and Espoo. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Oulu, University of Helsinki and University of the Arctic.

Degrees in Physics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Physics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Physics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Physics programmes?

The directory lists 24 Physics programmes at 4 institutions in Finland. Popular cities include Oulun, Helsinki and Rovaniemi.

How long does it take to study Physics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Physics programmes in Finland?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Oulu, University of Helsinki, University of the Arctic and Aalto University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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