University of Oulu

The University of Oulu is an international science university that creates new knowledge, well-being, and innovations for the future through research and education.

Making an impact – Mitigating climate change and safeguarding biodiversity

The world is changing – Building a resilient and secure society

Digitalisation, artificial intelligence and data at the service of humanity

Promoting human health and well-being

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We foster a diverse university community – find out more about our work on diversity, equity and inclusion

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01.07.2025

Mariella Särestöniemi recognised for advancing multidisciplinary digital healthcare research

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25.06.2025

Wolf skulls reveal population replacement in Fennoscandia

News, events, thesis defences and blogs

Solving global problems with our multidisciplinary research

High-level, impactful science

The University of Oulu is an internationally-recognised university. We generate new scientific knowledge and solutions to create a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world.

Top research – At the international forefront of science

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Admissions

Around 4,000 new students start their studies with us every year. They study at the bachelor's, master's or doctoral level to pursue a degree or for an exchange period. Would you like to be one of them?

Doctoral training

Continuous learning

Come work with us

University of Oulu careers

Work life with innovation, talented colleagues, and top-level research. A safe life in a lively Nordic country. Oulu life is good life.

Life in Oulu

The Oulu region is home to over 200 000 people, making it the largest urban centre in northern Scandinavia and one of the fastest growing regions in Finland.

Open positions

Discover all the exciting opportunities that await you at the University of Oulu, and make us the next step in your career!

Welcome to collaborate

The university is a versatile partner

The University of Oulu is an active partner at local, national and international level. Find out more about the opportunities and join us!

Services for companies and organisations

Alumni network – Your strong community

European University UNIC

The European University of Cities in Post-Industrial Transition (UNIC) brings together students, researchers, and staff members from the University of Oulu with nine other European universities and cities.

International affairs

The Office for International Affairs coordinates the internationalization-related efforts of the University of Oulu and serves as a point of contact for international partners and collaborators.

The university in the society

We work with purpose to promote sustainability, responsibility, and equity in all our operations and across our campuses.

Sustainability and responsibility at the University of Oulu

Diversity, equity and inclusion at the University of Oulu

University values

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