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Change begins with a question

When the world shouts, curiosity asks. When the world rushes, curiosity listens. The University of Jyväskylä is an international research university that ignites the curiosity, passion, and skill to ask, to question, and to see differently.

Why? Because for the future of humanity and the planet, curiosity is not optional – it's vital.

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Aalto Campus Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List

Aalto Campus, built around the main building of the University of Jyväskylä, was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the Aalto Works. Come and explore the World Heritage site.

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Steam increases physiological strain during sauna bathing

A newly published study demonstrates that, in addition to temperature, air humidity is a significant determinant of physiological strain during sauna bathing. As humidity increases, both heart rate and core temperature rise more markedly, indicating a greater cardiovascular and thermoregulatory load.

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Welcome, new student!

The University of Jyväskylä has admitted 2 924 new students. We’ve put together a new student handbook on our website, where you’ll find information on topics such as activating your user ID, living in Jyväskylä, student dining options, and the orientation week program.

Congratulations on your admission and welcome to Jyväskylä, new student!

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Current news at the University of Jyväskylä

History of science explored at Jyväskylä Summer School

The continuity of the Summer School reflects a commitment to high-quality teaching, multidisciplinary approaches, and the long-term development of scientific knowledge. Jyväskylä Summer School celebrates its 35th anniversary.

JYU Aalto Campus inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List as part of Aalto Works

The UNESCO World Heritage Committee has decided to inscribe the Aalto Works on the World Heritage List.

Academy Professor Otso Ovaskainen receives ERC funding for real-time monitoring of Madagascar’s biodiversity

The goal of BioSounds project is to create a real-time acoustic monitoring network to be deployed in 20 national parks in Madagascar.

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Research news

Dissertation: Home environment and teacher-led reading interventions support early reading skills in low-income contexts

Deepti Bora explores factors supporting early literacy and reading skills in children learning Hindi and English simultaneously.

Doctoral dissertation: Student Compass builds lasting mental wellbeing for university students (Räsänen)

Seven weeks of guided online support can produce lasting improvements in university students' mental wellbeing, even when the coaches are psychology students trained for the task. This is shown in the doctoral research of Panajiota Räsänen, MA (Psych).

Dissertation: How do we interpret interface icons? Behavioral and neuroimaging evidence

Zheng’s dissertation investigates how interface icon features shape understanding and brain activity.

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You can always learn something new - we offer studies for all phases of life.

Opiskelijalähettiläät — At the University of Jyväskylä, you can be anything you want to be.

You can study a degree that suits you, or take a wide range of higher education courses open to all, wherever and whenever it suits you best.

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About us

Our vision is to be a global leader in the study of learning, wellbeing and basic natural phenomena. The University of Jyväskylä is a strong, internationally attractive research university with societal impact.

15,200

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We are a university with societal impact

Our naturally beautiful campus is home to a dynamic multidisciplinary research university — an open and collaborative community of 2,850 experts and 15,200 students seeking answers to the pivotal questions of today and tomorrow.

Welcome to the world of science and art

Welcome to gain new insights from researched data! Take part in public events, engage in debates, build your skills in workshops or immerse yourself in current exhibitions - afterwards you'll see the world with new eyes. The University of Jyväskylä's Science for All activities are open to all.

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Events

Join Start to Finnish – an online course on Finnish working life

Online course on Finnish working life

Jyväskylä Summer School - a fun time learning in an international environment!

The Summer School welcomes students from all around the world to learn from top-level scientists, expand their professional network and create new memories.

Lawrence M. Principe speaking, gesturing with both hands.

History of Science in Dialogue: Research Presentations and Discussion with Lawrence M. Principe

The event brings together historians and physicists to present and discuss their ongoing projects on the history of science with Prof. Lawrence M. Principe.

Upcoming events and dissertations

Transforming athletic passion into responsible sports leadership

Joaquín Mones Pritsch from Uruguay is studuing in the the Master's Degree programme in Responsible Management and Business of Sport. Since there were no advanced studies available in his field in Uruguay, he searched for opportunities abroad and ended up in Jyväskylä.

Read more about Joaquin's experiences at JYU

Change begins with a question