Education

Tampere region has two universities, three polytechnics, dozens of schools, colleges and research institutes. The innovative know-how of the region is backed by these high-level educational institutions and technology centres.

In addition, there are 42 intermediate-level educational establishments, including 38 upper secondary schools (some with specializations such as verbal expression, communication, fine art, sport, international baccalaureate). There is also a dedicated school for the Swedish-speaking minority, providing instruction from the junior to the upper secondary level. In Tampere is also located Finland’s only police college.

Read more about the University of Tampere and Tampere University of Technology

and more information:

The Regional Department of Education
Immigration Co-ordinator of Immigrants' Education
Tel. (03) 3146 5835, 050 550 6704

Pirkanmaa Polytechnic

Tampere Polytechnic

Valkeakoski Division of Häme Polytechnic

Tampere College

Immigration Co-ordinator of Vocational Education
Tel. (03) 3146 7112, 050 372 7935
Fax (03) 3146 7113