Student exchange
Uniarts Helsinki offers exchange students an excellent range of study options.
Studies
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Study options
Find the right programme for you from the wide range of study options at Uniarts Helsinki.
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What is it like to study at Uniarts Helsinki?
Read more about our teaching practices, the role of artistic activities as part of the studies, and the facilities that are provided for you as a student.
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Implications of COVID-19 on student exchange
Find out how the coronavirus pandemic affects student exchange at Uniarts Helsinki during the Academic Year 2020–2021. Last updated 25 November 2020.
How to apply
Information about the application process for each of our academies.
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How to apply for exchange studies at the Academy of Fine Arts
Application information for the academic year 2020-21. Find out who can apply and how.
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How to apply for exchange studies at the Sibelius Academy
Application information for the academic year 2021-22. Find out who can apply and how.
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How to apply for exchange studies at the Theatre Academy
Application information for the academic year 2020-21. Find out who can apply and how.
Student life
Read more about degree students’ experiences of studying at Uniarts Helsinki.
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Theatre pedagogy degree student: We can try out different things from the whole spectrum of art
Read an interview with Nóra Varga.
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Fine Arts degree student: Access to artists has been hugely valuable to me
Read an interview with Andreas Behn.
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Dance pedagogy degree student: Plant your own seeds in your journey to become a teacher
Read an interview with David Scarantino.
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Fine Arts degree student: Working with students from other degree programmes enhanced the art we were creating together
Read an interview with Paola Guzmán.
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Folk music degree student: Students and teachers here respect each other
Read an interview with Robbie Sherratt.
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Uniarts Helsinki gets top marks from exchange students
International exchange students are very satisfied with the teaching that they have received at the University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki). This feedback was gathered in 2016–2017 from students who had participated in an Erasmus exchange programme.
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Excellent feedback from exchange students
The University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki) has been selected as a best practice university when it comes to mobility. There has been a significant increase in the number of exchange students applying to study music, in particular.
Living and studying in Helsinki
Helsinki is a lively student city and one of the most popular European cities for international students.
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Housing in Helsinki for international students
Finding suitable accommodation in the capital region can be challenging. Apply early and reserve time for finding an apartment.
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All you need to know about life in Helsinki
Find out about the practicalities of studying in this great Nordic city.
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Getting around
Students enjoy discounted fares on the excellent public transport network in Helsinki.