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On exchange in Finland

The land of wetlands, sauna, designers, Santa Claus, Finnish baseball, coffee addicts and Angry Birds!

Costs

  • Living: ± 5% higher than in Belgium
  • Rent: ± The same as in Belgium
  • More info here.

Did you know?

With more than 70% of its area covered by trees, Finland is Europe’s most forested country. The Finnish concept of Everyman’s Right means that anybody may hike, camp, and gather mushrooms and berries in any forest, regardless of who owns it.

Tampere univeristy

About

Finland is one of the most exotic experiences to discover: a land of contrasts, where the untouched and mystical nature meets modern thinking and technological innovations. In Finland, you can witness all the four unique seasons and enjoy phenomena such as the midnight sun in the summer and the polar night in the winter. Come and experience these wonders in Finland, Tampere: ranked as the country's best city for living and studying!

Tampere is the most student friendly city in Finland. The city of Tampere with its 230,000 inhabitants is the third largest city in Finland and the largest inland city in the Nordic countries. In Tampere every sixth resident is a student which contributes to the relaxed and vibrant atmosphere of the city.

It is also visible in good student housing facilities, a plethora of student events, and discounts for students in shops and services around the city. All this and the outstanding lake views guarantee that Tampere is your best choice.

More info

Interested in an exchange at the Faculty of Built Environment?

How to apply

(Note! Do not apply directly. You have to be selected/nominated by the faculty first)

Contact us

Wereld
Nele De Meyere
International Office
Wereld
Wout Huygens
International Office