Ground rules

Ethical principles are ideals that should support both teaching and studies.

As a student you have responsibilities such as attending classes and turning in your assignments.

The purpose of legislation, rules and policies pertaining to degrees and studies is to ensure equal access to information, equal treatment and legal protection for all students.

The University of Helsinki is committed to promoting equality and preventing discrimination in all its operations. Students at the University of Helsinki have the right to a safe and pleasant study environment.

Good scientific and academic practice is an essential requirement in all university studies.

The University of Helsinki uses the Urkund plagiarism detection system.

In case of an emergency do not wait for instructions from the staff, leave and help others who are in the same situation.

If you have lost something at the university, please contact the porters or the lost property office.

In order to provide you services related to teaching, the University needs to process various identifying information, or personal data. This statement describes how your data are processed and the rights you have to your personal data.