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Student, get to know Turku with geocaching!
CampusSport has created 7 different geocaching routes for you around Turku. Explore alone or with friends, you only need a smartphone and a pen!
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New students are always welcome in Turku!
Turku warmly welcomed the new university students at the annual Study in Turku fair 26 August 2021. If you visited the fair, leave us feedback - you may win a giftcard!
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Coronavirus - Latest information and advice
All information, support and instructions on the coronavirus is to be found at www.turku.fi/en/corona. Click the headline above to go to the website.
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Higher education institutes in Turku
Study in Turku! Learn more about the higher education institutes in Turku and find a suitable programme for you.
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Amazing Race through Turku! -Challenge
How to find a way in surprisingly big Turku? Will they succeed, what's the best way to go? The video is in Finnish, but the views are amazing!
17.09.2021
Some Turku exchange students currently staying in hotels – in Hotel Forum the students have their own floor
Turku Student Village Foundation (TYS) did not have enough student housing for all exchange students arriving in Turku this autumn. Some of them are currently staying in local tourist accommodation. The exchange students staying at Hotel Forum are satisfied with the situation: ‘We have plenty of room here. I'm really happy.’
15.09.2021
Join CampusSport's "Just for fun" shift for free!
Student, come and enjoy exercise in good company without pressure, competition and comparison - completely free of charge! Hosted by CampusSport’s sports tutors, the "Just for fun" shift focuses on having fun and enjoying the movement. All the students of the universities and universities of applied sciences in Turku are welcome to join the shift.
06.09.2021
Beyond 2030 Challenge – science competition seeks student mentors
Technology Campus Turku seeks higher education students to mentor secondary-level students in their Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition. Read more and become a mentor!
03.09.2021
Pop-up corona vaccinations for students
Students and young adults are offered corona vaccinations in pop-up vaccination events. Both 1st and 2nd coronavirus vaccine doses will be given during pop-up events without appointment. The vaccinations are meant for Turku residents and students living in Turku.
17.09.2021
Some Turku exchange students currently staying in hotels – in Hotel Forum the students have their own floor
Turku Student Village Foundation (TYS) did not have enough student housing for all exchange students arriving in Turku this autumn. Some of them are currently staying in local tourist accommodation. The exchange students staying at Hotel Forum are satisfied with the situation: ‘We have plenty of room here. I'm really happy.’
15.09.2021
Join CampusSport's "Just for fun" shift for free!
Student, come and enjoy exercise in good company without pressure, competition and comparison - completely free of charge! Hosted by CampusSport’s sports tutors, the "Just for fun" shift focuses on having fun and enjoying the movement. All the students of the universities and universities of applied sciences in Turku are welcome to join the shift.
06.09.2021
Beyond 2030 Challenge – science competition seeks student mentors
Technology Campus Turku seeks higher education students to mentor secondary-level students in their Beyond 2030 Challenge science competition. Read more and become a mentor!
03.09.2021
Pop-up corona vaccinations for students
Students and young adults are offered corona vaccinations in pop-up vaccination events. Both 1st and 2nd coronavirus vaccine doses will be given during pop-up events without appointment. The vaccinations are meant for Turku residents and students living in Turku.
28.05.2021
Student, register to get vaccinated for COVID-19!
All people over the age of 18 living in Turku can now register for Corona vaccination at the web address myvaccine.turku.fi. Submit your contact details to the website and you'll receive a vaccination appointmet by text message when your age group is getting vaccinated.
Coronavirus vaccination protects both you and your loved ones. Vaccinations are important in order to control the coronavirus epidemic. Thank you for caring!
05.05.2021
Rapid coronavirus screening tests in Varissuo
Come and take a free quick test for coronavirus infections! The tests are available at the parking carage of Varissuo Ice Hall On Thurday 6 May and Tuesday 11 May at 10 am – 3 pm. You don't need an appointment or a referral. The testing is specifically intended for asymptomatic people.
The Student services' Pop up tour in Social media
01.04.2021
Student services' introduction – Infotori
On the student services' pop up tour, Turku's services take over the Study in Turku Instagram account for one day and answer the questions from followers. Next up is the Infotori, which offers advice and guidance in 14 different languages.
The Student services Pop up tour in Social media
26.03.2021
Student services introduction - University chaplaincy
What kind of services can be found for students in Turku? In the student services pop up tour, Turku's services take over the Study in Turku Instagram account for one day and answer the questions from followers.
17.09.2021
Some Turku exchange students currently staying in hotels – in Hotel Forum the students have their own floor
Turku Student Village Foundation (TYS) did not have enough student housing for all exchange students arriving in Turku this autumn. Some of them are currently staying in local tourist accommodation. The exchange students staying at Hotel Forum are satisfied with the situation: ‘We have plenty of room here. I'm really happy.’
International Summer Series
20.07.2021
“Finland is one of the best countries for cycling” – check Alexander Spicer’s top cycling routes in the Turku area
Turku University student Alexander Spicer spends his summer days on the bike saddle. He loves to cycle around South West Finland and the archipelago.
International Summer Series
05.07.2021
Rasha Elmansuri loves Turku and its local cafés - read Rasha's tips for Turku cafés
Rasha Elmansuri, who studies at the University of Turku, has lived in many countries from Libya to England, but Turku is her favourite city. The Aura River with its banks is the most beautiful part of Turku for Elmansuri.
International Summer Series
30.07.2021
"I wanted to go somewhere with good science and decent education – that's why I chose Turku"
British Alexander Spicer has been living in Turku for almost a year. The initial culture shock has changed into affection for the city and the countryside surrounding it. Now Alex says why exactly he chose Finland and Turku as a place for his master's degree.
The Student services' Pop up tour in Social media
01.04.2021
Student services' introduction – Infotori
On the student services' pop up tour, Turku's services take over the Study in Turku Instagram account for one day and answer the questions from followers. Next up is the Infotori, which offers advice and guidance in 14 different languages.
The Student services Pop up tour in Social media
26.03.2021
Student services introduction - University chaplaincy
What kind of services can be found for students in Turku? In the student services pop up tour, Turku's services take over the Study in Turku Instagram account for one day and answer the questions from followers.
Investigation continues
22.03.2021
Approximately 10 new coronavirus infections among international exchange students in Turku
New coronavirus infections have been detected among international exchange students in higher education in Turku. Student quarantines continue.
10.03.2021
Students are affected by the coronavirus situation – here you can find help
Continuous distance learning can be a burden for students. Many suffer from a lack of motivation, and they may even be threatened with interruption of studies. Student events and other encounters being cancelled, loneliness can increase and threaten students' well-being. Fortunately there is help available.
Study & Career in Turku
30.11.2020
In a video series, Turku alumni tell why they chose to study in Turku
In Study in Turku’s Study & Career in Turku video series, those who studied in Turku explain why they chose the city as their place of study, what their higher education studies have provided them, and how they have ended up in their current jobs. The video series' alumni and their careers are a good example of why it is worth staying in Turku after completing your studies.
09.11.2020
Introducing services for students - Tsemppari
What kind of services for students can be found for in Turku? Now you have a great opportunity to ask and learn about about them, as different services for students in turn take over Study In Turku's Instagram account for the day!
Register by November 1
28.10.2020
International career event Study and Stay in Turku goes online
Study and Stay in Turku is a career event for all international students who are interested in studying and working in Turku.
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Turku - the city of students
Events, sports, nature and art. Turku is the city of 40,000 students and six higher education institutions.
What to do in Turku?
Turku offers a variety of hobbies, music, theatre, art and sports. Don't forget to check out the student discounts for leisure activities in Turku!
