Do you dream of studying in Finland?
Pathway to Finland is a preparatory program designed to help you gain admission to undergraduate studies in Finland..
Our study programs help you prepare for higher education studies and reach the skill level needed for university admission. After completing the program, you will be eligible to progress to degree studies at one of our partner universities in Finland!
Duration
1 or 2 semesters
Intakes
January & August
Semester dates
Fall: 2023: 14.08-08.12.2023 Spring: 2024: 22.01 - 19.05.2024
MODE OF STUDY
Full-time or part-time
Why choose us?
- Ease applying to universities; no entrance examinations are required once the program has been successfully completed.
- Guaranteed admission to your pre-selected degree program after completing the preparatory foundation program and acquiring the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Our partner universities recognize study courses. Credits accepted vary by university and program.
- The foundation program helps you develop your academic study skills and prepare for the Finnish learning environment.
- Great selection of destination universities and degree programs to choose from
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What do you want to study?
We offer three study tracks designed to give you the best possible preparation before entering higher education. Choose the study field of interest and look at the available progression course options.
Business
Designed to prepare you for studies in business administration and other related fields, including tourism, AI, Sports, and much more!
Standard Pathway (30 ECTS)
- Orientation to studies: 2 ECTS
- Preparatory Mathematics: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Reading and Writing: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Speaking and Listening: 5 ECTS
- Business Mathematics: 5 ECTS
- Introduction to Economics: 5 ECTS
- Intercultural Communication: 3 ECTS
After passing all the pathway courses, you will be eligible to progress to the first year of studies at your pre-selected degree program. Degree studies typically start in August, but some programs offer January starts as well. For more information, please contact us at pathway@edunation.co.
KAJAANI UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
January and August start. In January, students progress directly to the second semester of studies.
- Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business
- Bachelor of Business Administration in eSports Business
- Bachelor of Sports Studies in Sports and Leisure Management
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management in Tourism
SATAKUNTA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start. January start available only in International Business.
- BBA in International Business
- BHM in International Tourism Management
- BMT in Maritime Management/Sea Captain
LAB UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Information Technology
- Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Tourism and Hospitality Management
- Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business
METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
- Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business and Logistics
- Bachelor of Business Administration in European Business Administration
ARCADA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
ESC CLERMONT BUSINESS SCHOOL
August start.
KarelIa UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
Engineering and Technology
Are you interested in becoming an engineer? Our studies will provide you with a good foundation for engineering and technology studies in Finland.
Standard Pathway (30 ECTS)
- Orientation to studies: 2 ECTS
- Preparatory Mathematics: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Reading and Writing: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Speaking and Listening: 5 ECTS
- Physics for Engineering: 4 ECTS
- Introduction to Computer Science: 3 ECTS
- Mathematics for Engineering: 6 ECTS
- Climate Action – Solutions for Carbon Neutral Transport (LUT students): 2 ECTS
After passing all the pathway courses, you will be eligible to progress to the first year of studies at your pre-selected degree program. Degree studies typically start in August, but some programs offer January starts as well. For more information, please contact us at pathway@edunation.co.
ARCADA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
LUT UNIVERSITY
August start.
SATAKUNTA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
- Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics
- Bachelor of Engineering in Artificial Intelligence
- Bachelor of Engineering in Logistics
METROPOLIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
LAB UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start.
- Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Information Technology
KARELIA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
Nursing and social services
“Are you dreaming of a career where you can help improve people’s lives, promote well-being, and work towards a better society?
Our nursing and social services track prepares you for studies in the fields of health care, well-being, and social services in Finland.”
Standard Pathway (30 ECTS)
- Orientation to studies: 2 ECTS
- Preparatory Mathematics: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Reading and Writing: 5 ECTS
- Academic Communication: Speaking and Listening: 5 ECTS
- Intercultural Communication: 3 ECTS
- Enter Finland (Finnish 1): 5 ECTS
- Live Finland (Finnish 2): 5 ECTS
After passing all the pathway courses, you will be eligible to progress to the first year of studies at your pre-selected degree program. Degree studies typically start in August, but some programs offer January starts as well. For more information, please contact us at pathway@edunation.co.
SATAKUNTA UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES
August start. January start available in Nursing.
Metropolia University of Applied Sciences
August start.
How to apply?
Please read the instructions carefully before applying.
Applying to the Pathway to Finland program is fast and easy! We are here to assist you with every step of the application process. If you have questions throughout the application process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
When applying to the Pathway to Finland program, you will also apply to one of our partner universities for a degree program. You will be admitted to your pre-selected degree program once you have completed all pathway courses at the required level. The Pathway to Finland foundation program can also be completed as a stand-alone qualification.
FOLLOW THESE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS WHEN APPLYING
- Before applying, read more about our pathway program options on this page. Select your study track and your desired progression university program.
- Familiarize yourself with the admission criteria and required documents.
- Prepare and scan all the necessary documents.
- Complete the application form and attach supporting documents. The application forms can be found on our APPLY NOW page.
- Pay the service fee of 50 EUR.
- Submit the application
Admission criteria and required documents vary depending on your chosen pathway program and progression course. Please note that all documents submitted must be in English, Finnish, or Swedish and notarized.
In the application form, you will be asked to provide the following:
- Copy of the final/official higher secondary school certificate or vocational qualification which gives eligibility for higher education studies in your own country
- Transcript of Records* and a grading scale in English if the scale is not indicated in the transcript. A minimum of 50 % GPA is required when applying to Edunation programs.
- Proof of English proficiency
- Copy of your passport ID page
*If you wish to progress to LUT University, we will check that your transcript includes enough advanced mathematics and science studies.
In addition to the requirements mentioned above, we have the following program-specific conditions:
- Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (Sports and Leisure Management and eSports Business)
- a maximum of 2-minute motivation video; further instructions will be sent by pathway admissions.
Where do you want to study?
You can complete your studies online from your home country or join our Study Hub and complete a part of your studies in Finland! Choose the study method that suits you the best.
Online studies
Our flexible online study option allows you to complete the pathway studies from the comfort of your home! All you need is a computer with an internet connection.
- Application deadline:
- 31.07.2023 (August 2023 intake)
- 03.01.2024 (January 2024 intake)
Our studies take place on our interactive online learning platform. In addition, you will have regular live classes on Zoom during weekdays.
Online programs available in the August 2023 intake:
- Standard Pathway, full-time studies (30 ECTS, 1 semester)
- Standard Pathway, part-time studies (30 ECTS, 2 semesters)
- Standard Pathway, full-time studies: 2500 EUR from 1.12.2022 onward
- Standard Pathway, part-time studies: 3500 EUR from 1.12.2022 onward
Your study abroad journey begins here! Studying at our Study Hub in Finland, you will get to experience campus life and become part of a vibrant student community.
- Application deadline:
- 31.05.2023 (August 2023 intake)
- 08.11.2023 (January 2024 intake)
Edunation’s pathway students can join our Study Hub in Finland to complete their pathway studies on campus! Our Study Hub is located in Helsinki at the Myllypuro campus of Metropolia University of Applied Sciences.
This option is available for our students studying full-time in the following program:
- Standard Pathway, full-time studies (30 ECTS)
- Standard Pathway, full-time studies: 4100 EUR from 1.12.2022 onward
PATHWAY FOCUS INTERVIEWS & council
Please read the instructions carefully before applying.
All accepted students from the current intake will be required to participate in focus group interviews conducted by the Pathway team beginning in 2023. Three focus group interviews every semester will take place: the first one at the start of the semester, the second one in the middle, and the third one during the last week of the semester.
The Pathway council will use the results of the focus group interviews to determine whether the student eventually passes the Pathway and progresses on to university.
The questions that will be asked at the focus group interviews are more general than subject-specific. Those questions are designed to assess communication skills as well as to ensure that students have the correct mindset and expectations for studying in Finland.
During the Pathway, additional information regarding the scope of each interview will be provided, particularly the guidelines.
To pass the Pathway council, a student must, in general, pass two of the three focus group interviews.
Starting in 2023, a Pathway council made up of Pathway team members (Program Manager, Pathway Specialist) and teacher representatives will take place. The Pathway Council (per intake) will be held after the release of the semester’s grades. This will determine whether the student eventually passes the Pathway and progresses to university. The decision is based on the study’s success, the results of focus group interviews, and general motivation.
Questions?
We have gathered the most frequently asked questions here!
