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Nordic and Baltic university rectors meet today for the first time – the topic of this historic conference is sustainable development

International cooperation between universities to address burning societal issues is taking a big step forward. More than eighty rectors from Nordic…

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Higher education institutions and student organisations: More than one hundred thousand applicants are facing an important spring with entrance examinations – let’s remember to take care of the prevention of coronavirus

By acting responsibly together, we can contribute to ensuring that the epidemic situation does not get worse and that the applicants…

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Moira von Wright: Historic conference ahead – Nordic and Baltic rectors gather to promote sustainability

On May 12th, Nordic and Baltic universities’ cooperation in sustainability and responsibility takes a leap forward as rectors from all countries…

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2021 University Entrance Examinations: Safety instructions for applicants

11 March 2021 Dear applicant, This document describes the safety instructions for entrance examinations jointly prepared by Finnish universities. We kindly…

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FAQ for 2021 entrance examinations

Why are universities holding on-location entrance examinations during the pandemic?   After carrying out careful assessment and risk analyses, Finnish universities have…

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Universities organise entrance examinations with strict safety arrangements

The majority of entrance examinations will be held in May–June. Changes to the manner of administering the examinations are made only…

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Universities preparing to organise entrance examinations on campuses

Applicants will be informed of how the entrance examinations will be carried out by 16 March. Universities have continued to prepare…

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Universities publish 12 ambitious theses and intend to become leaders in sustainable development: “There is no more time for ceremonial speeches – it’s time to act”

Carbon neutrality by 2030, sustainable development at the heart of strategies, and strong support for the Finnish Government’s climate and biodiversity…

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University rectors recommend that the whole university community start to use the Koronavilkku app – “In this way we can work together to create a safe study and work environment”

During the week commencing 31 August, the Department of Health and Welfare (THL) will launch the Koronavilkku mobile app, which is…

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Universities call on European Parliament: Adequate research funding needed to promote sustainable development and well-being

The Rectors’ Councils of 23 countries have signed a joint statement to prevent the planned cuts in the EU’s multiannual budget…