Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Oulu. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 6 | $11,193 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 4 | $11,193 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 3 | $13,432 | See → |
| Business & management | 2 | $13,432 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $10,354 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 1 | $15,670 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 1 | $11,193 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 1 | $13,432 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 1 | $13,432 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 1 | $11,193 | See → |
Costs and entry
21 courses mention scholarships. 22 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Oulu
The job market for the University of Oulu'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 Oulu cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $11,193 a year; half of the University of Oulu's master's courses with a published fee cost between $11,193 and $13,432. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: arts, design & creative studies courses are typically $15,670, education & teaching $10,354.
How is the University of Oulu ranked?
The University of Oulu is ranked #360 by QS (2027), #284 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #485 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Nursing (#214) and Education (#238).
What IELTS score does the University of Oulu need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (22 of the 22 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many master's courses does the University of Oulu offer?
22 master's courses across 10 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (6), computer science & data technology (4) and economics, finance & accounting (3).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Oulu'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.