Open University studies
Take advantage of the Open University’s high-quality instruction in music, fine arts, theatre and dance at the University of the Arts Helsinki.
About the studies
The Open University provides high-quality, research-based university education that corresponds with the degree requirements of the University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki). Teaching is organised in various forms: some of the studies are arranged by the Open University independently while some are integrated in Uniarts Helsinki’s degree-oriented instruction, and there are also courses arranged in different parts of Finland by Uniarts Helsinki’s partner institutions. Partner institutions include summer universities, adult educations centres and folk high schools, for example.
Free studies at the Open University
Starting in autumn 2023, Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University will be offering courses suitable for students in upper secondary level education. These courses are free of charge for this group. See the course offerings and instructions.
As a Ukranian citizen, you can study for free at Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University until 31 July 2025. The exemption from the course fee only applies to courses that are arranged by the Open University. Additional information: avoin@uniarts.fi.
Applying
You can register for courses organised by Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University by filling in a course-specific registration form online. The application period for autumn studies is in August, for spring studies in November/December, and for summer studies in April/May. The application period for individual courses may also be scheduled for other times.
Course participants are usually selected based on the order of registration, but specific courses may require a proficiency test, an audition, a letter of motivation or an advance assignment.
The Open University study fee for the autumn semester application period in 2024 is 20 €/credit. Read more about fees and cancellation terms for open university studies..
Admissions guide
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Application period
The course selection for Autumn 2024 will be published 28 May 2024 (studies organised by the Open University) and 11 June 2024 (studies integrated into degree-oriented instruction).
The application period begins 6 August 2024 at 9:00 AM. The application period ends 19 August 11:59 PM (studies integrated into regular degree-oriented instruction) or 22 August 2024 at 11:59 PM (studies organised by the Open University).
Application languages
English, Finnish, Swedish
Unit
Open Campus
About the studies
The Open University provides high-quality, research-based university education that corresponds with the degree requirements of the University of the Arts Helsinki (Uniarts Helsinki). Teaching is organised in various forms: some of the studies are arranged by the Open University independently while some are integrated in Uniarts Helsinki’s degree-oriented instruction, and there are also courses arranged in different parts of Finland by Uniarts Helsinki’s partner institutions. Partner institutions include summer universities, adult educations centres and folk high schools, for example.
Free studies at the Open University
Starting in autumn 2023, Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University will be offering courses suitable for students in upper secondary level education. These courses are free of charge for this group. See the course offerings and instructions.
As a Ukranian citizen, you can study for free at Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University until 31 July 2025. The exemption from the course fee only applies to courses that are arranged by the Open University. Additional information: avoin@uniarts.fi.
Applying
You can register for courses organised by Uniarts Helsinki’s Open University by filling in a course-specific registration form online. The application period for autumn studies is in August, for spring studies in November/December, and for summer studies in April/May. The application period for individual courses may also be scheduled for other times.
Course participants are usually selected based on the order of registration, but specific courses may require a proficiency test, an audition, a letter of motivation or an advance assignment.
The Open University study fee for the autumn semester application period in 2024 is 20 €/credit. Read more about fees and cancellation terms for open university studies..