Metropolia University of Applied Sciences – Helsinki Metropolitan Area, Finland

Finland’s Largest University of Applied Sciences with Practical, Professional Education

Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is the largest university of applied sciences in Finland, established through a merger in 2008. The institution serves approximately 16,000 to 18,000 students, including over 1,000 international students, and employs a faculty of around 1,100 experts. Metropolia focuses on delivering career-focused education in the fields of business, culture, health care, social services, technology, and innovation.

Why Choose Metropolia UAS?

  • Offers over 90 bachelor’s degree programs and 20 master’s programs, including multiple English-taught options

  • Operates four modern campuses located in:

    • Arabia and Myllypuro (Helsinki)

    • Karamalmi (Espoo)

    • Myyrmäki (Vantaa)

  • Emphasizes practical learning through mandatory internships and project-based coursework

  • Strong industry collaborations and R&D projects through innovation hubs and business partnerships

  • Delivers multidisciplinary and international education, with programs in business, IT, healthcare, creative industries, and social services

  • Programs are accredited and meet international academic standards, ensuring global recognition

Courses From Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

Whether you want to start, switch or upgrade your career, it all starts with one of our quality academic programs.

  • [ "Bachelor of Business Administration"
  • "Bachelor of International Business and Logistics"
  • "Bachelor of Information Technology"
  • "Bachelor of Nursing"
  • "Bachelor of Social Services"
  • "Bachelor of Engineering (Creative Technology)"
  • "Master’s Programme in Business Informatics (MBA)"
  • "Master’s Programme in Health Care and Social Services Management"
  • "Master’s Programme in Construction and Real Estate Management"
  • "Master’s Programme in Industrial Management" ]

Entry Requirements

How to Apply

If you’re ready to build your ideal future, Metropolia University of Applied Sciences has the unmatched resources, experiences and connections to make it happen. Apply today.

International Tuition Fees and Scholarships

Funding your high-quality Metropolia University of Applied Sciences education is easy. Just get admitted, and if you’re eligible, we’ll send you an automatic scholarship offer. You could also qualify for some of the more than $100 million in other scholarships and financial aid we award each year. In addition, many of our out-of-state students qualify for in-state or reduced tuition.