Student stories

Learn what it's like to study and live in Jyväskylä, as told by our international master's degree students.

My journey

Our students share their personal paths to JYU.

Saira

Digital Marketing and Corporate Communication is a perfect match to my academic and professional background

Saira Umair | School of Business and Economics

Joaquín

Transforming athletic passion into responsible sports leadership

Joaquín Mones | Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences and School of Business and Economics (JSBE)

Oluchi-Ann

From the Angry Student to the Cute Educator

Oluchi Ann Ogudu-Okor | Faculty of Education and Psychology

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My studies

Discover what our students study and why their programme is the right fit for them.

Saira Umair

Exploring how Digital Marketing and Corporate Communication open new horizons at JYU

Saira Umair | School of Business and Economics

Joaquin Mones

Rowing my way through RESPO: Why I returned to academia for sports management

Joaquín Mones | Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences and School of Business and Economics (JSBE)

Oluchi Ann Ogudu-Okor

Educational Sciences at JYU is the key to unlocking the treasure chest of learning

Oluchi Ann Ogudu-Okor | Faculty of Education and Psychology

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Career plans

Learn about how our students' studies support their career plans.

Saira Umair

Thrive in the versatile world of digital marketing

Saira Umair | School of Business and Economics

Student ambassadors

Through RESPO, I ensure my professional growth and academic ambitions in the field of sports

Joaquín Mones | Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences and School of Business and Economics (JSBE)

Oluchi Ann Ogudu-Okor

Empowering quality education for all through knowledge and experience

Oluchi Ann Ogudu-Okor | Faculty of Education and Psychology

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Student blogs

Read practical tips, experiences and insights about student life in Jyväskylä.

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JYU in a nutshell – World‑class research, supportive campuses, and a city built for students

What makes JYU an ideal choice for international students? Read about JYU’s research fields, academic environment, student services, and more.

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Why study for a master's degree?

In today's digital age, the path to career success seems more flexible than ever. With countless online courses, bootcamps and self-taught success stories flooding social media, you might wonder: is a master's degree still worth the investment?

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Five survival tips for international students coming to Finland in 2026

Read five survival tips for international students moving to Finland to help you settle in and enjoy student life in Jyväskylä.

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Doctoral stories

Researchers share their experiences of research, academic growth and life at JYU.

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JYU offers high-quality, research-based bachelor's and master's degree programmes in English. Our officially recognised master’s programmes qualify for doctoral studies.

Master's degree programmes

JYU offers a number of high-quality international master's programmes in different disciplines. The two-year programmes are taught fully in English.

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