5 reasons why Finland’s education is the best destination for Egyptian students abroad
5 reasons why Finland’s education is the best destination for Egyptian students abroad
Are you one of those Egyptian students who dream of studying abroad? If you are planning for that and wondering how to navigate your ambitions toward a leading country like Finland as your best destination, here you are and you are welcome around here on this tour.
Finland's world-leading higher education system, which is rich in intellectual and educational reforms taken seriously by the Finnish government since the 1970s pushed Finland toward climbing the international education ratings, and could brilliantly hold a special place to be revered as the best education system in the world and stands out above all.
Finland is leading the way
In accordance with the press release issued recently by The Finnish National Agency For Education, In the first semester of this school year, more than 61 800 students applied for higher education through the joint application.A doubled number of applicants applied compared to the corresponding joint application in 2022 and Applicants from countries other than Finland make up the majority.
The immense-turnout for joining Finnish universities among international students generally and Egyptians specifically goes back to that the educational environment in Finland emphasizes equity over excellence and uses common sense practices.A number of innovative and simple changes have been implemented over the years that have completely changed the educational system in the country.
Here are 5 reasons why Finland offers one of the best higher educational systems in the world for international students on the whole.
Moderate and reasonable tuition fees
One of the amazing facts about Finland is that Finns are among the few nations in the world that receive free higher education. However, with regard to foreign students enrolling in English-taught degrees, they still have to pay tuition fees that are significantly lower than those in many other nations.
However, studying programs taught in Finnish or Swedish is free for all international students.According to Study Portals Bachelors, Public Finnish universities charge non-EU/EEA students 5,000-15,000 EUR/year in tuition fees, with the University of Helsinki charging the most. In addition, it is common for private universities to charge higher tuition fees.
Keep in mind that you can also apply for a scholarship program if you have to pay tuition fees.This is a great way to reduce the overall cost of your education at all public universities, also the universities of applied sciences in Finland.
More practice-oriented approach to teaching methods and technologies
One key feature of Finnish universities is having the ability to undergo subsequent retraining when receiving education. In this regard,the educational process in Finland- due to international rankings- is achieving a qualitative leap from traditional to practice-oriented, which allows students to obtain the necessary set of skills.
As present education relies mainly on modernization to enforce the sustainable economic development of society as a whole, universities in Finland focus on strengthening professional and general cultural and business competencies.
Such as the capacity for proposing and developing creative business ideas, finding innovative solutions,evaluating the current situation, and offering relevant solutions.
The flexible job market for foreign graduates
Actually, Finland comes to the forefront of being the most welcoming and friendly country for foreigners. The Finnish authorities are doing considerable efforts to attract and keep talent home.
Apart from the big challenge for international students - which is The Finnish Language- almost every international student in Finland has a decent knowledge of English but it is necessary to have to know at least a bit of Finnish to have your dream career in the workplace.
In Finland… You are not alone
Usually, when one decides to move abroad, he/ she always fears being alone there. So, searching for companions from the expats community comes as international students’ main priority as soon as settling on a destination land.
As an Egyptian student, some online platforms can help you join and get into the spirit of the expat community of Egyptians in Finland. Such as InterNations and expat.com and sooner you will be able to naturalize in the land of a thousand lakes.
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Rational living costs for international students in Finland
According to the latest estimations by edunation.com, The average living costs in Finland are generally between 600 to 900 EUR per month. It all depends mainly on which city you live in and which type of accommodation you specifically choose. Helsinki is the most expensive city of all. while Laaperanta, Pori, and Tampere are known as the most affordable student cities.
Now, are you ready to navigate your dreams and challenges to the happiest country in the world? Just get ready fully for joining Egyptian students in Finland.
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