University of Helsinki

As a student, the University’s extensive variety of learning environments and facilities are at your disposal.Learning centresThe City Centre Campus has two learning centres intended for independent work:AleksandriaandMinerva. Both centres provide space for individual studying as well as group work. In addition, Aleksandria has more than 300 computers, some of which are reserved for quick use. If you wish to access Aleksandria outside the official opening hours, you can apply for a night access key. All attending students of the University of Helsinki can apply for the key.Each campus has its own campus library with a collection of literature relating to the degree programmes taught on each campus. The libraries have quiet spaces for work, and some offer group work spaces that can be reserved.  For more information about the libraries, pleaseclick here. You can also visit thewebsite of the Helsinki University Library.Campus libraries• City Centre Campus:Helsinki University Main Library, Kaisa House, Fabianinkatu 30• Kumpula Campus:Kumpula Campus Library, Gustaf Hällströmin katu 2• Meilahti Campus:Meilahti Campus Library Terkko Health Hub, Haartmaninkatu 4• Viikki Campus:Viikki Campus Library, Viikinkaari 11 aMost of the library facilities and learning centres are wheelchair accessible. Check the opening hours from thelibrary websiteand use the floor maps to discover the facilities and services available at each location.You can also explore theNational Library, Finland’s oldest and most extensive academic library and a part of the University of Helsinki.How can you find academic articles and literature in your field?  UseLibraryGuidesto find discipline-specific sources.Think cornerLocated on the City Centre Campus,Think Corneris an event space and a meeting place for everyone. At Think Corner on Yliopistonkatu, in the very heart of the City Centre Campus, you are among the latest in top research.  Think Corner offers events, a lively programme and facilities for both individual and group work.The work spaces are located on three levels, and are offered on a “first come, first served” principle. On the street level is Think Corner Stage, where experts, researchers, influencers and the audience can probe topical issues together. Tiedekulma Café operates in the same space, offering drinks, lunches and catering.Work spacesThe IT Centre offers  work spaces  with computers for all members of the University community on the City Centre, Kumpula and Viikki Campuses. These include large general facilities, classrooms and terminals for quick use.

Student lifeIt's easy to enjoy student life in Helsinki. As a student at the University of Helsinki, you have endless possibilities for extracurricular activities. You also get numerous benefits and services that make your life easier and more fun.Why not ask our international students yourself?Chat with our studentsto find out how they experience life in Helsinki, the capital of Finland.