Welcome to study at Tampere University!
Checklist for admitted Bachelor's and Master's students
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Accept your study place
Accept your study place in Studyinfo.fi by the given deadline.
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Use the early bird offer or accept your scholarship
You must pay a tuition fee if you come from outside EU/EEA/Switzerland and study in a Bachelor's or Master's programme that is taught in English. If you received a scholarship, secure your scholarship by accepting your study place by the deadline. An early bird offer is available to all fee-paying students who do not have a scholarship.
See instructions for tuition fee payments and the early bird offer
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Budget for your studies
Make sure to budget for your studies carefully. See tips for typical living expenses.
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Apply for a residence permit
If you come from outside EU/EEA/EFTA, apply for a residence permit and book an appointment with your local Finnish embassy or mission.
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Arrange for health insurance
If you come from outside EU/EEA/EFTA, take out a health insurance policy. If you are an EU/EEA/EFTA citizen, apply for a European Health Insurance card.
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Arrange for accommodation
Apply for student housing or find a rental apartment. Please note that it is your responsibility to arrange accommodation for yourself. The application period for TOAS housing starts in May.
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Arrange for travelling to Tampere
Make sure you have the required travel documents. This depends on your citizenship and how long your studies will last. You are responsible for organising your own travel to Finland & Tampere.
Learn more about travelling to Tampere
For more practicalities, see the relocation guide by City of Tampere
Ready to start your student journey?
Have questions?
Webinars and events for admitted students
Webinars organised by Tampere University
Meet us in webinars organised for newly admitted students. In the webinars we help you with the questions you might have before starting your studies at Tampere University. See the webinars and sign up below! The recordings of the webinars can also be found here a few days after the events.
- Master's students' offer holder info held 18 March 2026
Info for offer holders on what to do next by admissions and student services. - Bachelor's students' offer holder info held 30 March 2026
Info for offer holders on what to do next by admissions and student services. - Student housing in Tampere 13 April 2026 at 12:00-13:00 (UTC +3) Register in advance for this webinar!
Student housing organisations TOAS & POAS: how and when to apply for student housing. - Student life in Tampere 6 May 2026 at 12:00-13:00 (UTC +3) Register in advance for this webinar!
Student Union of Tampere University (TREY) and the student ambassadors: student community in Tampere. - Settling in Tampere 22 May 2026 at 12:00-13:00 (UTC +3) Register in advance for this webinar!
Tampere University Study & Stay programme and the International House Tampere/Tampere: Services for international students.
Events organised by Study in Finland
In addition to webinars organised by Tampere University, you are invited to join the events organised by Study in Finland to gain valuable information about living and studying in Finland.
- Welcome to Finland Virtual Event 28 April 2026 at 14:00 (UTC +3)
Study in Finland, Business Finland and the Finnish higher education institutions welcome you to join the Online Offer Holder event. Register here!
We can't wait to meet you!
Make friends through Goin' app
Goin’ is an app for our international students and tutors. You can download it to form connections, create interest groups, get tips and hints from other students and build your network already before even coming to Tampere. The link for starting using the app is included in your acceptance letter.
Meet new friends virtually and feel at home when you arrive!
Student life
Are you still wondering what student life at Tampere University is really like? Visit the website or chat with our student ambassadors who are more than happy to answer your questions. You can always read the blog posts our students have written on for example student housing, volunteering at the university and so much more.
Services and support
The University and other parties offer a wide range of support to help you start your studies, ranging from academics to practical matters and settling in. Our student tutoring makes sure that you will have a friendly face with you on campus from day one. Starting something new can seem daunting, but we are with you every step of the way!
Have questions about admissions process?
In case you have any questions about the application process, accepting your study place etc., please do not hesitate to contact Tampere University Admissions services!
Starting your studies
Once you arrive in Tampere, it is time to officially register as a student at Tampere University and prepare to start your studies. We have listed he the main things you need to take care of to get started successfully. Remember that your student tutors will be happy to help you even before you get here.
For the most important steps upon arrival, please see our Student's Guide
Welcome Week
The Welcome Week will provide important information that will help you start your studies. You will also get to meet your student group and teachers.
Initial study guidance
Your programme's introductory course will help you create your study plan. Your student tutor and education specialist will be there to guide you as well.
Your curriculum
In the curriculum, you can find more detailed infomation about all the courses you'll be taking.
Tampere awaits you!
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