Why study in Finland
Why study in Finland?—You’d most likely be taught in English
Contrary to what happens in most non-native English speaking countries— you’d be taught in English, and not Finnish.
There are about 550 English language courses taught at Finnish higher education institutions. This range from short courses that form part of exchange programmes to full degree courses.
Why study in Finland?—Easy communication
English language skills are introduced to the curriculum early.
According to Wikipedia, 70% of the people in Finland speak English. So Finland is an easy country for non-native speakers to live.
Why study in Finland?—Direct enrolment:
You don’t need to spend a year in a Finnish language school.
You don’t need to spend a year to do a foundation program in your chosen program—once you are accepted you are accepted.
Why study in Finland?—It’s fun
The people of Finland are generally friendly.
There are so many things to do in Finland.
These include:
Visiting Father Christmas: Everyone knows Santa Claus comes from Finland. Although the exact location of his private retreat in Korvatunturi, Lapland, is unknown, his official hometown is Rowvaniemi, where he greets visitors all year round.
Ice hockey:
Heavy metal
Fishing
Why study in Finland?—Opportunities to visit EU Countries
Once you have your Finnish resident permit, you don’t need to apply for a visa to visit the 26 EU countries belonging to the Schengen area.
These countries are:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Liechtenstein