University of Helsinki

The University of Helsinki (Helsingin yliopisto - Helsingfors universitet) is the oldest and largest institution of academic education in Finland, an international scientific community of 40,000 students and researchers. In international university rankings, the University of Helsinki typically ranks among the top 100. The University of Helsinki seeks solutions for global challenges and creates new ways of thinking for the best of humanity. Through the power of science, the University has contributed to society, education and welfare since 1640. Some facts about the University of Helsinki • The biggest university in Finland with over 35 000 students, 6% international • 11 faculties and 4 campuses within the Helsinki area • 8200 employees: 55% teaching and research staff, 13% international • 180 000 alumni all over the world