Finland
A Natural Choice
Education is highly valued in Finland, and the high standard of education is a special cornerstone of the Finnish national strategy. Finland is a global leader in information technology, and it has one of the most advanced education systems in the world. The country’s good reputation in higher education, combined with a peaceful society and the wide range of courses offered in English, provides a natural study destination for international students.
EU member state Finland is a stable parliamentary republic ruled by a multi-party system. Ultimate power lies with the people, represented by Parliament. The president is chosen by direct election every six years. Finland is a stable welfare state with the aim of securing for its 5.3 million inhabitants equal opportunities for a good life and for the most efficient use of its resources as possible.
The Rhythm Of The Four Seasons
The Finnish way of life reflects the democratic principles of the nation. It is based on equality between all the people. Nature plays quite a role in the Finnish way of life as well as sports, the arts and sauna. Characteristic of Finland are the four clearly defined seasons. Summer is a time of light, autumn is the time of harvest and berry picking, winter from February to April is a really good time to be outdoors, and springtime is characterized by light winds, clear weather and sunshine during the daytime.
Relax – Take A Sauna
Finnish sauna is one form of the ancient sweat bath tradition, which relaxes the muscles and relieves muscular aches and pains. The fact that there are 5.3 million Finns and 1.7 million saunas says it all. There are saunas everywhere in Finland and it’s customary to go to sauna about once a week.
Connecting – Without The Small Talk
The Finnish way of life is easy going and strict formalities aren’t really observed. Finns give an extreme degree of space to other people in communication. But once the ice is broken, Finns are open, warm and can be relied on. Honesty and dependability are the two characteristics most highly regarded by Finns.
Independent Work In A Relaxed Atmosphere
Finish institutions of higher education, universities and polytechnics (universities of applied sciences), provide over 450 English speaking degree and non-degree programmes. Studying in Finland is generally regarded as relatively unregimented. The relationship between students and teachers in Finland is relaxed and informal, and teachers are easy to approach.
Excellent Facilities and Advisory Services
Finland has internationally recognised expertise in ICT, biotechnology, forestry and environmental sciences, architecture, and arts and design, and its institutions of higher educations have state-of-the-art facilities. For example, libraries are well-stocked and also haves computers with internet access that are freely available to all visitors. Teachers provide their students with ongoing support throughout their studies and are easily available to the students.
The universities and polytechnics offer many kinds of information and other services, sports facilities and help with housing. The advisory services for foreign students and trainees are well organised, and international students get all the support they need in order to get the most of their stay.
