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BiokemiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in biokemia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 166.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in biokemia.
Biologia ja ympäristötieteetQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in biologia ja ympäristötieteet.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 166.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in biologia ja ympäristötieteet.
BiolääketiedeQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in biolääketiede.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to six subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 190.2. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in biolääketiede.
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Tekniikka: DIA-yhteisvalintaQuotas and minimum requirements for joint applications to Tekniikka: DIA-yhteisvalinta.
Minimum requirementsIn order to be admitted based on their certificates, applicants to all engineering degree programmes included in the joint applications system of Master of Science programmes in engineering and architecture must have passed the advanced syllabus in mathematics acceptably. In addition, individual degree programmes have their own minimum requirements, which may include advanced syllabus in mathematics, physics or chemistry. It is enough for the applicant to fulfil one of the minimum requirements. For more information about the minimum requirements, see the page for joint applications to Master of Science programmes in engineering and architecture at: https://dia.fi/haluan-diplomi-insinooriksi/valinta-di-hakukohteisiin/. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for three subjects:
The maximum score is 105.0. For more information about the joint applications to Master of Science programmes in engineering and architecture, visit http://dia.fi/. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions in Tekniikka: DIA-yhteisvalinta.
Arkkitehtuuri ja maisema-arkkitehtuuri: DIA-yhteisvalintaIn the joint application system of Master of Science programmes in engineering and architecture, certificate-based admissions are not used in degree programmes in architecture and landscape architecture. Applicants are admitted on the basis of the combined score of their certificate and entrance examination points, or purely on the basis of their success in the entrance examination. For more information about the degree programmes in architecture and landscape architecture, visit the pages for the joint application system to Master of Science programmes in engineering and architecture at https://dia.fi/haluan-arkkitehdiksi/valinta-arkkitehtuurin-hakukohteisiin/. |
ElintarviketieteetQuota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in elintarviketieteet.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 170.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in elintarviketieteet.
RavitsemustiedeQuota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in ravitsemustiede.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to six subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 199.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in ravitsemustiede.
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FarmasiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in farmasia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to six subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 190.2. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in farmasia.
Lääketieteelliset alatQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in lääketieteelliset alat.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to six subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 199.0. For more information on the joint application system in medical fields, visit www.laaketieteelliset.fi See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in lääketieteelliset alat.
TerveystieteetQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in terveystieteet.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum points in alternative a are 158.0. The maximum points in alternative b are 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in terveystieteet.
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FilosofiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in filosofia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum points in alternative a are 131.4. The maximum points in alternative b are 125.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in filosofia.
HistoriaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in historia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in historia.
Läntinen teologiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in läntinen teologia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. In the University of Helsinki and University of Eastern Finland, the following subjects are used instead of religion or culture, worldview and ethics in EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas:
See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in läntinen teologia.
Ortodoksinen teologiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in ortodoksinen teologia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. In the University of Helsinki and University of Eastern Finland, the following subjects are used instead of Orthodox religion in EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas:
See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in ortodoksinen teologia.
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Fysikaaliset tieteetQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in fysikaaliset tieteet.
Criteria for direct admissionStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. The points system in certificate-based admissions and minimum requirements do not apply to direct admission. University of Eastern Finland, Sovellettu fysiikka, KuopioApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. University of Jyväskylä, Fysiikka, fyysikko tai fysiikan aineenopettajaApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in physics. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 135.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in fysikaaliset tieteet.
KemiaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in kemia.
Criteria for direct admissionStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. The points system in certificate-based admissions and minimum requirements do not apply to direct admission. University of Jyväskylä, Kemia, kemisti tai kemian aineenopettajaThe applicant is admitted directly if they have achieved at least grade E in chemistry. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 138.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in kemia.
Matemaattiset tieteetQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in matemaattiset tieteet.
Criteria for direct admissionStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. The points system in certificate-based admissions and minimum requirements do not apply to direct admission. University of Eastern Finland, Aineenopettaja, matematiikka, fysiikka, kemia ja tietojenkäsittelytiede, JoensuuApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in either advanced syllabus in mathematics, physics or chemistry, or at least grade M in two of these subjects University of Eastern Finland, Aineenopettaja ja luokanopettaja, matematiikka, fysiikka ja kemia, JoensuuApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E either in advanced syllabus in mathematics, physics or chemistry, or at least grade M in two of these subjects University of Eastern Finland, Matematiikka, fysiikka, kemia, JoensuuApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E either in advanced syllabus in mathematics, physics or chemistry, or at least grade M in two of these subjects University of Jyväskylä, Matematiikan aineenopettajaApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. University of Jyväskylä, MathematiikkaApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. University of Jyväskylä, Tilastotiede ja datatiedeApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. University of Oulu, Matemaattiset ja fysikaaliset tieteetApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics or physics. University of Tampere, Matematiikka ja tilastollinen data-analyysiApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade M in advanced syllabus in mathematics. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 132.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in matemaattiset tieteet.
Matematiikan, fysiikan tai kemian aineenopettaja + luokanopettajaQuota and minimum requirements for matematiikan, fysiikan tai kemian aineenopettaja + luokanopettaja.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 138.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in matematiikan, fysiikan tai kemian aineenopettaja + luokanopettaja.
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GeotieteetQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in geotieteet.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 166.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in geotieteet.
MaantiedeQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in maantiede.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 131.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in maantiede.
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InformaatioverkostotQuota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in informaatioverkostot.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 165.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in informaatioverkostot.
TietojenkäsittelytiedeQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in tietojenkäsittelytiede.
Criteria for direct admissionStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. The points system in certificate-based admissions and minimum requirements do not apply to direct admission. University of Eastern Finland, Tietojenkäsittelytiede, JoensuuApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. University of Eastern Finland, Tietojenkäsittelytiede, KuopioApplicants are admitted directly if they have at least grade E in advanced syllabus in mathematics. The degree programme in tietojenkäsittelytiede at the University of Jyväskylä admits all applicants who meet the minimum requirements and score at least 83 points in certificate-based admissions. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 132.7. For more information about cooperation related to tietojenkäsittelytiede entrance examinations between universities, visit http://tkt-yhteisvalinta.fi/. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in tietojenkäsittelytiede.
TietojärjestelmätiedeQuota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in tietojärjestelmätiede.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 138.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in tietojärjestelmätiede.
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EducationQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in education.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 123.9. For more information on cooperation related to admissions in the field of education, visit https://www.helsinki.fi/fi/verkostot/vakava. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in the field of education.
LogopediaQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in logopedia.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 148.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in logopedia.
PsychologyQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in psychology.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 157.9. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in psychology.
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Business studiesQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in business studies.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. For more information about joint applications in the field of business studies, visit http://www.kauppatieteet.fi/. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in business studies.
Business management and information technologyQuota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in business management and information technology.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 166.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in business management and information technology.
LawQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in law.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. For more information about joint applications in the field of law, visit http://www.kauppatieteet.fi/. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in law.
EconomicsQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in economics.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 123.9. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in economics.
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EnglishQuotas for degree programmes in English.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of Helsinki, University of Eastern Finland, University of Oulu and University of TampereIn matriculation examination, at least grade E in advanced syllabus in English. In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 10 in A1 syllabus in English. University of JyväskyläIn matriculation examination, at least grade M in mother tongue and grade M in advanced syllabus in English. In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 8 in A1 syllabus in English and at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue or German as mother tongue. University of TurkuIn matriculation examination, at least grade E in advanced syllabus in English and grade M in mother tongue. In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 10 in A1 syllabus in English and at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue or German as mother tongue. Åbo Akademi UniversityNo minimum requirements. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in English.
SpanishQuotas for degree programmes in Spanish.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
University of TurkuIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Spanish.
ItalianQuota for the degree programme in Italian.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination, at least grade E in basic syllabus in Spanish. In EB diploma
In IB diploma
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Italian.
Italian for beginnersQuota and minimum requirements for beginner’s level degree programme in Italian.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in Italian for beginners.
FrenchQuotas for degree programmes in French.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas
University of TurkuIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas
Åbo Akademi UniversityNo minimum requirements. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions in degree programmes in French.
French, direct admissionsStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. Quotas for direct admissions to degree programmes in French.
Criteria for direct admissionUniversity of JyväskyläIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas
SwedishQuotas for degree programmes in Swedish.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma, at least grade 5 in B syllabus in Swedish. In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 8 in B1 syllabus in Swedish. University of Eastern Finland, University of Oulu, University of TampereIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 8 in B1 syllabus in Swedish. University of Turku, Scandinavian languages, applicants who have taken the test in Finnish as mother tongue, Sámi as mother tongue or Finnish as a second languagein matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma at least grade 5 in B syllabus in Swedish and at least grade 5 in A syllabus in Finnish. In RP and DIA diplomas at least grade 10 in B1 syllabus in Swedish. Additionally, at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue. University of Turku, Scandinavian languages, applicants who have taken the test in Swedish as mother tongue or Swedish as a second languageIn matriculation examination, at least grade M in Swedish as mother tongue. In EB diploma, at least grade 7.00 in L1 syllabus in Swedish. In IB diploma, at least grade 5 in A syllabus in Swedish. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Swedish.
Swedish, direct admissionsStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. Quotas for direct admissions to degree programmes in Swedish.
Criteria for direct admissionUniversity of Jyväskylä, applicants who took the test in Finnish as mother tonguein matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 8 in B1 syllabus in Swedish and at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue. University of Jyväskylä, applicants who took the test in Swedish as mother tonguein matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
University of Jyväskylä, applicants who took the test in Finnish as a second language
Applicants who took the test in Swedish as a second language
University of Jyväskylä, applicants who took the tests in Swedish and Finnish as mother tongueat least grade M in Swedish as mother tongue and at least grade M in Finnish as mother tongue. Swedish (in Swedish)Quotas for degree programmes in Swedish taught in Swedish.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiAt least grade M in Swedish as mother tongue. Åbo Akademi UniversityIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas at least grade 10 in B1 syllabus in Swedish. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Swedish taught in Swedish.
GermanQuotas for degree programmes in German.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, passed German. University of Oulu and University of TampereIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, passed German. University of TurkuIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas
Åbo Akademi UniversityNo minimum requirements. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in German.
German, direct admissionsStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. Quotas for direct admissions to degree programmes in German.
Criteria for direct admissionUniversity of JyväskyläIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma
In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas
FinnishQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in Finnish.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. In the degree programme “Finnish language and culture” at the University of Helsinki, only the syllabus in Finnish as a second language will be accepted as mother tongue. In the degree programme “Finnish, Finno-Ugrian languages and cultures and Finnish literature” at the University of Helsinki, only the syllabus in Finnish as mother tongue will be accepted as mother tongue. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Finnish.
Finnish (in Swedish)Quota and minimum requirements for degree programme in Finnish taught in Swedish.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in Finnish taught in Swedish.
RussianQuotas for degree programmes in Russian.
Minimum requirementsUniversity of HelsinkiIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma, at least grade 8.00 in L4 or L5 syllabus in Russian and at least grade 7.00 in L1 syllabus in Finnish or L1 syllabus in Swedish. In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 10 in B2 or B3 syllabus in Russian and at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue. University of Eastern Finland, University of TampereIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma, at least grade 7.00 in L4 or L5 syllabus in Russian. In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 8 in B2 or B3 syllabus in Russian. Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in Russian.
Russian, direct admissionsStudents are admitted directly to the degree programmes listed below. This means that applicants who have achieved a certain grade are admitted to the degree programme. Quotas for direct admissions to degree programmes in Russian.
Criteria for direct admissionUniversity of JyväskyläIn matriculation examination
In EB diploma, at least grade 8.00 in L4 or L5 syllabus in Russian and at least grade 7.00 in L1 syllabus in another language. In IB diploma
In RP and DIA diplomas, at least grade 10 in B2 or B3 syllabus in Russian and at least grade 8 in Finnish as mother tongue or German as mother tongue. Russian, for beginnersQuota and minimum requirements for beginner’s level degree programme in Russian.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions in degree programmes in Russian for beginners.
Other languages 1Quota and minimum requirements for degree programmes in the Other languages 1 section.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in the section Other languages 1.
Other languages 2Quotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in the section Other languages 2.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in the section Other languages 2.
Other languages 3Quotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in the section Other languages 3.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in the section Other languages 3.
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Comparative literatureQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in comparative literature.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in comparative literature.
Cultural and arts researchQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in cultural and arts research
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 154.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system for direct admissions to degree programmes in cultural and arts research
Sámi cultureQuota and minimum requirements for degree programme in Sámi culture.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.7. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in Sámi culture.
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Social sciences of sportQuota and minimum requirements for degree programme in social sciences of sport.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 131.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in social sciences of sport.
Biology of physical activityQuota and minimum requirements for degree programme in biology of physical activity.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 139.0. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in sports biology.
Sport pedagogyQuota and minimum requirements for degree programme in sport pedagogy.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 131.4. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in sport pedagogy.
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Agricultural sciencesQuota and minimum requirements for degree programme in agricultural sciences.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 159.5. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programme in agricultural sciences.
Forest sciencesQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in forest sciences.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to four subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 123.9. See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in forest sciences.
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Certificate-based admissions are not used in degree programmes in arts. Applicants are admitted on the basis of the combined score of their certificate and entrance examination points, or purely on the basis of their success in the entrance examination.
Communication studiesQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in communication studies.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 157.9. Instead of the subjects included in the group ”philosophy or history or psychology or social studies”, in EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas the applicants score points for the following subjects:
See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in communication studies.
Social sciencesQuotas and minimum requirements for degree programmes in social sciences.
Points system in certificate-based admissionsApplicants can score points for up to five subjects, which are:
The maximum score is 157.9. Instead of the subjects included in the group ”philosophy or history or psychology or social studies”, in EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas the applicants score points for the following subjects:
See the end of the page for instructions for reading the scoring table for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas, see the end of the page for instructions for interpreting the scoring table. Points system in certificate-based admissions to degree programmes in social sciences.
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Instructions for interpreting the points tables
Minimum requirementsA minimum requirement means passing a certain matriculation examination test or achieving a certain grade in it. The applicant can only participate in certificate-based admissions to a degree programme if they meet the minimum requirements. The degree programme may have set one or several minimum requirements for certificate-based admissions. The minimum requirements are set out in connection with each degree programme. Minimum requirements, example 1If the minimum requirement for a degree programme is achieving grade M in chemistry, the applicant has to achieve at least grade M in the matriculation examination test. If the applicant has not taken the test in chemistry or their grade in this test is A, B or C, they cannot be admitted through certificate-based admissions to the degree programme in question. Minimum requirements, example 2If mother tongue has been specified as a minimum requirement, it means the test in Finnish as mother tongue, Swedish as mother tongue, Sámi as mother tongue, Finnish as a second language or Swedish as a second language. If Finnish as mother tongue, Swedish as mother tongue or Sámi as mother tongue has been specified as a minimum requirement, this only refers to the test in mother tongue syllabus of the language in question, and an applicant who has taken the test in Finnish as a second language or Swedish as a second language does not meet the requirement. Direct admissionsIn some degree programmes, direct admissions can be used instead of, or in addition to, scoring points for certificate grades. Direct admission means certificate-based admission in which the study right is granted directly on the basis of the grade achieved in a certain subject. Right to studyIf the applicant has been granted a right to study in a degree programme in higher education institutions’ joint application system, as a rule they have a right to complete both a Bachelor's and a Master’s degree. In some exceptional cases, the right to study is only granted for completing a Bachelor's degree (including Kindergarten teacher education). If the degree programme only grants a right to study for a Bachelor's degree, this is mentioned in connection with the information on the degree programme in question. Language proficiency requirementThe applicant must prove their Finnish or Swedish proficiency at the application stage. The language proficiency cannot be demonstrated in an entrance examination. The information on the matriculation examination is usually sufficient to prove Finnish or Swedish proficiency, and there is no need for the applicant to submit a separate certificate of it. If the applicant has to produce a separate certificate as proof of their language proficiency, a request to attach this certificate will come up in the application form. The methods for proving language proficiency are explained on each university’s website. When applying to degree programmes taught in English, proof of English proficiency must be provided. |
To be noted in points scored for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomasIn certificate-based admissions, the grades achieved in a European Baccalaureate (EB) and International Baccalaureate (IB) as well as a Reifeprüfung (RP) diploma and Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) diploma completed in Finland are converted into corresponding Finnish matriculation examination grades. For these correspondences, see the section on each degree programme. To be noted in points scored for EB, IB, RP and DIA diplomas:
European Baccalaureate (EB)To assess EB diplomas, two recommendation on correspondence are used: for those who took the diploma in 2021 and later, the new recommendation is followed, and the old recommendation is applied to those who took the diploma in 2020 or earlier. The grades of Final marks included in the EB diploma correspond to Finnish matriculation examination grades as set out in the following tables.
The correspondence of grades in this table applies to applicants who have taken the diploma in 2021 and later.
In the points system of certificate-based admissions, the subjects in EB diploma correspond to Finnish matriculation examination subjects as follows.
Points for natural sciences and humanities subjects in EB diploma are scored as shown in the scoring tables of each degree programme. International Baccalaureate (IB)The grades of tests included in the IB diploma correspond to Finnish matriculation examination grades as set out in the following tables. Correspondence of grades.
In the points system of certificate-based admissions, the subjects in IB diploma tests correspond to Finnish matriculation examination subjects as follows. Correspondence of subjects.
Points for natural sciences and humanities subjects in an IB diploma are scored as shown in the scoring tables of each degree programme. Reifeprüfung (RP) and Deutsches Internationales Abitur (DIA) diplomasThe scores for tests included in the RP and DIA diplomas correspond to Finnish matriculation examination grades as set out in the following tables. Correspondence of grades.
In the points system of certificate-based admissions, the subjects in RP and DIA diploma tests correspond to Finnish matriculation examination subjects as follows. Correspondence of subjects.
The points for natural sciences and humanities subjects in RP and DIA diplomas are awarded as set out in the scoring tables of the degree programmes. If the subjects for which points are scored are not included in the subjects the applicant has taken for the diplomas, the points will be based on a certificate of correspondence issued by Deutche Schule Helsinki.
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