Information for Applicants
The University of Lapland has a very unique profile and expertise in the fields of law, education, social sciences, and art & design. Studying spaces for international degree students are limited and resultingly, competition for admissions is significant. Only students with relevant academic backgrounds, strong portfolios, and competent language skills are admitted.
Within the webpages of the study categories listed below, you will find information regarding the eligibility, application process and application materials required to apply for admission to the University of Lapland.
International applicants who wish to complete a Master's degree at the
University of Lapland and who have completed a first degree (normally a bachelor’s degree) in a relevant field of study from an institution of higher education, entitling her/him to apply for master’s degree studies in her/his home country. View the
Frequently Asked Questions about applying to Masters studies, before applying.
International applicants who wish to complete a Doctoral degree at the University of Lapland and have taken a degree equivalent to the Finnish aster’s degree.
International applicants who wish to study at the University of Lapland for a one or two semesters or who wish to participate in the
Arctic Studies Programme (ASP).
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