New degree student
Familiarize yourself well in advance with the instructions that apply to all degree students at Metropolia, as well as those specific to your own group.
Before starting your studies at Metropolia UAS, there are a number of things to take care of. These include
- confirming your study place
- paying the tuition fee (non-EU/EEA citizens)
- applying for a residence permit if necessary
- checking your health insurance
- applying for a Finnish personal identity code
- applying for a student apartment
Please see the link below for a complete list of steps you need to take in order to secure your study place. Make sure to complete every step.
Behind the link you will also find degree specific instructions for all Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes at Metropolia UAS.
Note that this information applies to students who have been accepted to study for a full degree at Metropolia.
Newcomer information video for international students
Below you will find The Newcomer Information Session for International Students video.
The video is produced by International House Helsinki. IHH is a service point for international newcomers in the Helsinki capitol region. IHH is coordinated by the city of Helsinki, and it helps international newcomers settle, live, and work in Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa.
The Newcomer video is a useful guide for international degree students moving to the Helsinki capital region. It provides key information about the essential steps you need to take when relocating to Finland for your studies. The video also includes general guidelines and instructions, and what to expect in regards of the public authority services.