Everything you need to know about a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) course in Finland

Studying Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. degree) is an undergraduate academic degree offered by universities and colleges worldwide. The study duration of a B.Sc. programme is three to four years. In the UK, a three-year Bachelor’s is also referred to as Basic or Minors Bachelor’s, whereas the four-year Bachelor’s is referred to as an Honours Bachelor: e.g. Business Management (Hons).

The Bachelor of Science degree focuses on developing students’ mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Research abilities are tested in the final year when students have to write a thesis to complete their studies.

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree is mainly awarded to students in the areas of Natural Sciences, Business & Management, Engineering Sciences, Mathematics, and Informatics. Universities like Cambridge and Oxford offer B.A. degrees for all their undergraduate studies, including research and scientific programmes. In most cases a B.Sc. degree is the first step you need to take before you begin your career in a technical field, such as Engineering or Computer Science.

Study in Finland

Finland is an excellent choice for all internationals and especially for EU/EEA students who can study at local public universities for free. The beautiful Nordic country has one of the best education systems in the world and ranks among the safest and happiest nations in the world. You can also choose from over 400 English-taught programmes. In your spare time, you can explore the breathtaking Finnish nature and landscapes, as well as the numerous lakes that give the country the nickname ‘The Land of a Thousand Lakes.’ From here, you can easily travel to neighbouring countries like Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Russia, or Estonia.

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Explore our selection of the available Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees in Finland. If you're interested in studying in Finland, you can view all view all 13 Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) programmes. Top universities and colleges in Finland offer great English-taught Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degrees to choose from. Many universities in Finland offer study programmes taught in English. Before starting a programme, you need to have a basic knowledge of the English language.