Duration of studies and right to study

Right to study

To study at the university, you must have a right to study. This may be either the right to compete a degree or the right to complete studies which do not lead to a degree.

Duration of the degree

The University has set a target schedule during which you should complete your degree. Check the remaining duration of your degree studies in WebOodi.

If your right to study expires

Your faculty may grant an extension to students upon their application to complete their studies. A graduation plan is required for such an application.

Changing study tracks while pursuing a degree

You can change the study track within some of the Bachelor’s or Master’s programmes.

Right to complete a Bachelor's degree

A Bachelor’s degree is an undergraduate degree that can be completed in 34 degree programmes at the University of Helsinki.

Right to complete a Master's degree

A Master’s degree is a postgraduate degree that can be completed in 60 Master’s degree programmes at the University of Helsinki.

Readmission of your right to pursue a degree

If you have neglected to register as an attending or non-attending student for several semesters, you have to apply for readmission with your faculty.

Suspending studies due to unemployment

As a student, you have the right to unemployment benefits after verifiably ending your studies at the University. As a rule, this means that you have completed a degree or forfeited your right to study.

Monitoring student progress

Forfeiture of the right to pursue a degree

The notification of forfeiture is binding and final.

Frequently asked questions

When should I apply for an extension to my study right?

How do I register as attending/non-attending?

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