Open University - your lifelong partner in learning

Experience the joy of learning at the Open University, where you can find a diverse range of courses from several disciplines. Open university studies are suitable for everyone regardless of age or prior education. On this page you will find basic information about Open university studies and study practices.

Welcome to study at the Open University!

Why the Open University?

Open University studies are available for all regardless of age or prior education. At the Open University you can supplement your working life skills and knowledge by completing, or just familiarize yourself with university studies. You can even aim for becoming a degree student by completing spesified open university studies.

You can choose from single courses to basic or and intermediate studies in various fields of study of the University of Oulu. See the offering for academic year 2024-25 in Open University Study Guide 2024-25.

The Open University route

The Open University Route offers you the possibility to become a degree student at the University of Oulu. By completing open university studies defined by the degree programme in question you are eligible to to apply, and can be selected for the degree programme. However, completing open university studies does not automatically entitle an applicant to receive a study place.

If you got interested take a closer look on the admission criteria in Studyinfo.fi. Next application period for International Programmes will take place on 8-22 January 2025 for studies starting in autumn 2025. Applications are made online at studyinfo.fi

For more information on admissions, please visit University of Oulu Admissions and Studyinfo.fi

Studying

How can I enroll in Open University studies? How much does it cost? What should I know before starting to study? Take a closer look at the study guidelines of the Open University.