TAMPERE UNIVERSITY · FINLAND
Bilingual Degree Programme in Nursing
Bachelor's · Taught in en
At a glance
42 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
€12k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 3.5 yearsProgramme Duration
- 210 ECTSStudy Extent
- Bachelor of Health CareDegree Awarded
- TampereLocation
- Bilingual (English/Finnish)Language of Instruction
- 12000 €Annual Tuition Fee (Non-EU/EEA)
This Bachelor's Degree Programme in Nursing offers a structured, work-oriented pathway for students from non-Finnish speaking backgrounds who wish to pursue a career in nursing in Finland. The programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, preparing graduates for professional registration in Finland and the EU. Instruction is delivered in both English and Finnish. While no prior Finnish language skills are required at admission, students will progressively develop their Finnish language proficiency throughout the course, with a significant portion of the credits dedicated to Finnish as a second language studies. This ensures graduates are well-equipped for communication and practice in Finnish healthcare settings. The curriculum progresses from fundamental nursing skills to advanced clinical care and independent practice. It emphasizes patient safety, ethical care, and teamwork, supported by extensive supervised clinical placements in real healthcare environments. Graduates will be qualified for various roles in primary and specialized healthcare, hospitals, health centers, and private sectors.
Careers
Graduates are qualified to work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, health centers, private companies, non-profit organizations, and international health care environments. The programme prepares students for professional roles within the Finnish healthcare system and beyond.
- Registered Nurse in primary health care
- Registered Nurse in specialized health care
- Nurse in private sector companies
- Nurse in non-profit organizations
- Nurse in international health care settings
Entry requirements
High School Diploma or equivalentEquivalent to Finnish matriculation examination.
CEFRB2
No prior knowledge of Finnish is required at the time of admission, but a commitment to developing Finnish language skills throughout the programme is expected. Successful completion of the International UAS Exam is required for admission.
Fees
Tuition (international)12000 € per academic year for non-EU/EEA citizens.
Tuition (home)—
Living—
How to apply
1. Submit ApplicationSubmit your application online via Studyinfo.fi, including a copy of your passport and required language proficiency documents.
2. Complete Pre-identificationComplete the pre-identification process for the International UAS Exam.
3. Participate in the UAS ExamAttend the International UAS Exam on the specified date and time (Finnish time UTC/GMT+2).
Scholarships
Scholarships for non-EU/EEA students—
Accreditation
The degree qualifies graduates for nurse registration in Finland and across the EU.