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New year, new adventures! Are you dreaming about studying in Finland next autumn? The next application period for International Programmes at the University of Oulu and Oulu University of Applied Sciences (Oamk) takes place on 8–22 January.
The first part of the Oulu2026 programme was published on January 15. During the European Capital of Culture year, the number of events in the Oulu2026 area will exceed thousands. In early 2026, the programme will focus on the theme Brave Hinterland, in spring and summer on Wild City, and the rest of the year on Cool Contrasts.
Master’s degree students in Education and Industrial Engineering and Management at the University of Oulu participated in the Oulu Innovation Challenge during the autumn semester. The goal was to develop service concepts to address the well-being needs of international students.
Starry skies, snow-covered sceneries, the frozen sea, and with a bit of luck, even the northern lights – these are just a few of the wonders that await you in Oulu and Northern Finland. Read these winter travel tips to ensure your stay will be truly unforgettable!
Oulu is joined on the journey by 32 municipalities in northern Finland. We this collaboration, we wish to bring more culture and well-being to the north, create new jobs, and develop our northern region.
Timegate is a global deep tech company, providing real-time process monitoring solutions for bioprocessing industries. One member of the multicultural team is Vineeth. For Vineeth the Finnish worklife appears to have low hierarchy, which supports fluency in working processes.
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The funding granted by the Research Council of Finland aims to strengthen universities’ research capabilities and support and accelerate the profiling of universities. The funding received by the University of Oulu was the third largest after the University of Helsinki and Aalto University. Funded topics include security, health, and biodiversity.
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Mitra Marofi is an artist and a former Spatial Data Analyst from Iran. She moved to Oulu in 2021 when her husband accepted a position at the University of Oulu. Read Mitra’s story to find out what she thinks about her new hometown and what advice she would give to anyone considering moving to Oulu.
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The Global Ranking of Academic Subjects published by the Shanghai Ranking assessed 5,000 universities across 55 disciplines. Twenty disciplines from the University of Oulu ranked among the top 500 globally. Telecommunication Engineering achieved the highest placement in the ranking.
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The latest production from the German Constantin Film follows Smilla Jaspersen as she investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of a friend. The Arctic ice field scenes were filmed in Oulu in 2024. “I’ve filmed in many breathtaking locations, but filming on the ice in Oulu was a landscape never to forget,” producer Alicia Remirez says.
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Gerlândia first came to Finland in 2007 to study and work. Later she returned to Brazil but decided to move back to Finland in 2019. Now she is the owner of the first Brazilian café in Finland. In this article, Gerlândia shares her thoughts about what inspired her to pursue gastronomy and what the process of opening a café was like.
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Future is made in Oulu. Education, research and development here are at the top of the world, and we have significant career opportunities to offer!
Future is made in Oulu. Education, research and development here are at the top of the world, and we have significant career opportunities to offer!The northern city of culture embraces everyone. Our superpowers stem from the variety of people and the rich nature of the Oulu region.
Future is made in Oulu. Education, research and development here are at the top of the world, and we have significant career opportunities to offer!The northern city of culture embraces everyone. Our superpowers stem from the variety of people and the rich nature of the Oulu region.
Combine well-balanced, effortless everyday living and a meaningful career in Oulu – we know the secrets to good quality of life!
At BusinessAsema, work and talent meet in an environment that provides handy options for developing personal expertise as well as business operations.
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The Pohjola Route is a circular road system that offers a range of experiences for motorists, families, nature enthusiasts as well as travellers who prefer public transport options. Along the Pohjola Route, anyone can select the itinerary and nature attractions of their choice – travelling the full length of the route or just parts of it.
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Or are you still searching for your path to employment? BusinessOulu can help you! Check out the services for entrepreneurs, organisations and talent!
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