UniOulu Applicant guide 2027 - Product brochure - Page 6
University of Oulu Science with Arctic Attitude
The University of Oulu offers a high-quality learning experience to its
students (ISB Ranking 2025). Our educational mission is to provide
higher education based on research, and to educate new generations
to serve societies and the humanity. We seek solutions to the planet's
ecological, social, economic, and cultural sustainability challenges.
High value learning experience
The University of Oulu provides a strong
academic foundation and an affordable living
environment for students. Housing opportunities
University of Oulu facts
are highly competitive compared to other cities
› Founded in 1958
globally. Our international students report a
› 14,800 students
high level of satisfaction with the teaching
› 4,300 staff members
they receive. The overall learning experience
› Two campuses:
is positively evaluated with a particular praise
Linnanmaa and Kontinkangas
on learning spaces and facilities (International
› 1,700 international degree students
Student Barometer 2025).
› 890 exchange students
Two lively campuses
with excellent study premises
The main campus in Linnanmaa is the home
to the Faculties of Education and Psychology,
Humanities, Information Technology and
Electrical Engineering, Science, and Technology
› QS World University Rankings: 342
as well as Oulu Business School. Linnanmaa
› THE Times Higher Education World
campus is known for its colourful architecture.
University Rankings: 251–300
Kontinkangas Welfare Campus consists of
› ARWU Academic Ranking of World
the Faculties of Medicine and Biochemistry and
Molecular Medicine and the University Hospital
of Oulu.
Both campuses offer a well-equipped library,
engaging study environments for both group
work and self-study as well as restaurants and
cafes with affordable prices for students.
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2025 rankings for
University of Oulu:
Universities (Shanghai): 401–500
› CWTS Leiden Ranking: 547
