Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Helsinki. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 7 | $16,789 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 6 | $16,789 | See → |
| Social sciences | 5 | $14,551 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 3 | $16,789 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 3 | $14,551 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 3 | $14,551 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $20,147 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $18,468 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 2 | $18,468 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 2 | $18,468 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | $20,147 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 1 | $16,789 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 1 | $16,789 | See → |
Costs and entry
5 courses mention scholarships. 39 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Helsinki
The job market for the University of Helsinki's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Finland.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at the University of Helsinki cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $16,789 a year; half of the University of Helsinki's master's courses with a published fee cost between $14,551 and $16,789. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: life sciences & biotechnology courses are typically $20,147, social sciences $14,551.
How is the University of Helsinki ranked?
The University of Helsinki is ranked #123 by QS (2027), #118 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #143 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Theology, Divinity & Religious Studies (#27) and Education (#30).
What IELTS score does the University of Helsinki need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (38 of the 38 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many master's courses does the University of Helsinki offer?
39 master's courses across 13 fields; the largest are environment, sustainability & agriculture (7), natural sciences (6) and social sciences (5).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Helsinki's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.