At the University of Oulu, we work as part of the international science community to produce new scientific information and science-based solutions, and we also train future pioneers to build a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world.

Our university’s global impact is based on scientific breakthroughs, new technology and world-class innovations. Our 60,000 alumni are participating in society as well-educated citizens and employees around the world.

The research done at the University of Oulu benefits people living at all latitudes, but as one of the Northernmost international science universities, we have a particular responsibility toward questions related to the Arctic. We also feel a responsibility toward the wellbeing of society. The University of Oulu’s high-quality research and education have been the basis for the most significant research and innovation hub of the furthers reaches of Northern Europe.

The University of Oulu is multidisciplinary – our sciences are Biosciences, the Humanities, Education, Economics and Business administration, Natural sciences, Medicine and Health, Engineering and Architecture, Computer Science and Electrical engineering.