Master's application timeline and deadlines

This page contains the key dates and deadlines for Master's admissions at the University of Oulu. Please review all deadlines carefully, as some actions are required before applying and others after receiving a study offer.

When is the next application round?

Admission to the University of Oulu's international Master's programmes takes place once a year through the Finnish joint application system. Below, you can find the key dates and deadlines for the application round.

Joint application 2027

Deadline Action
7 January 2027 at 08:00 (UTC+2) Application opens
21 January 2027 at 15:00 (UTC+2) Application closes
28 January 2027 at 15:00 (UTC+2) Deadline for submitting supporting documents
TBA Admission results are published
TBA Deadline for submitting verified supporting documents for admitted applicants whose degree was awarded before the January 2027 application period (final diploma, academic transcript and proof of English language proficiency).
13 July 2027 at 15:00 (UTC+2) Deadline for confirming the study place
TBA Deadline for submitting verified supporting documents, if admitted, for applicants whose degree is awarded during or after the January 2027 application period (final diploma, academic transcript and proof of English language proficiency).
TBA Deadline for pay the tuition fee
Septembet Academic year begins

Please note that the application schedule is subject to change during autumn 2026.

How to apply?

Applying to master's programmes