Tampere University
Almost all internationally recognised fields of study are represented at our university. We bring together research and education in technology, health and society. Our collaboration with our partners is built on our strengths, unique combinations of scientific disciplines and applied expertise.
Tampere University is a community of 21,000 students and over 4,000 staff members. The University was created in 2019 through a merger between the University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology. Our university has seven faculties.
Interested in an international degree programme?
Explore our various and multidisciplinary programmes and find your future with us. Apply to Master’s Programmes by 11 January 2023 at 15:00 local time. Are you interested in studying your first degree in English? Apply to our Bachelor's programmes 4–18 January 2023. Studies in both options will begin in autumn 2023.
Free study opportunities for students arriving from Ukraine
Tampere University supports students arriving from Ukraine. We offer free study opportunities to degree students who arrive in Finland due to the humanitarian crisis caused by the war in Ukraine.
Welcome to study at Tampere University
We offer an inspiring and diverse choice of degree programmes. Our Open University courses are available to all, so you take courses in a variety of subject areas and find the perfect fit. Explore our catalogue of programmes and courses to find the path that is right for you.
We carry out world-class research across disciplinary boundaries
Tampere University brings together research expertise spanning a broad spectrum of disciplines relating to technology, health and society. Our Centres of Excellence carry out body-on-chip research and study game cultures, among other things. The University is home to more than 100 active research groups and centres, and we have countless research projects underway.
Support scientific breakthroughs
Communities and private individuals are invited to contribute to the development of scientific breakthroughs and new expertise through donations. The spearheads of our research and learning are technology, health and society.
Join our alumni community
Have your studied at Tampere University, the University of Tampere, Tampere University of Technology, Tampere University of Applied Sciences or their predecessors? If yes, you are a member of the Tampere Alumni community.
Collaboration opportunities for companies and communities
We offer a variety of opportunities for collaborative research and innovation. Find out more about the forms of collaboration and the services we provide to companies and communities.
Juniversity offers exciting activities for children and young people
Juniversity is a university for children and young people. Juniversity offers science outreach activities to learners attending pre-schools, comprehensive schools, upper secondary schools and vocational schools and fosters positive attitudes towards science. In addition, Juniversity supports teachers by enriching learning.
ECIU - the European Consortium of Innovative Universities
Tampere University is a member of the ECIU University. The ultimate goal of ECIU University project is to establish a true European University where learners, researchers, business, public organisations and citizens are enabled to create relevant innovative solutions for real life challenges with real societal impact.
Strategy and key information
Our work is based on the continuous pursuit of new knowledge and scientific breakthroughs. The University’s core values are openness, critical thinking, diversity, learner-centredness, courage, erudition and responsibility.
Work with us
Tampere University is a bold, forward-looking community and one of the most multidisciplinary universities in Finland. We have a strong international dimension and employ staff from more than 80 countries around the world.
