Open Finland: Society, Work, and Belonging – Understand the key parts of the migration and integration ecosystem and find your place in Finland
Open Finland: Society, Work, and Belonging (4 ECTS) is a course for international and Finnish students that provides up-to-date, research-based insights into Finnish society, working life, and pathways to belonging. The course equips students with practical tools and networks for study, employment, language learning, and civic participation in Finland.
Published
1.9.2026
It supports students in understanding how Finnish society functions and how individuals can actively participate in it. Combining academic research with practical perspectives through dialogue and reflection, students develop readiness for internships, work, and active citizenship in Finland.
Open Finland is implemented through 9 onsite sessions, that include 2 exploratory site visits to facilitate practical understanding of society, actors, and the culture, 1 ceremonial Kick-off session and 1 closing ceremony and evaluation session at the end.
