Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v)

Last verified against the official program page on April 20, 2026.

Helsinki, FIMAIn-person2 yearsFinnish

120

Credits

€100.00

App fee

Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Helsinki, FI.

About the program

The program focuses on analysis of literary works, literary theories and methods, historical currents, and genres. Specializations include Finnish literature, general literary studies, Nordic literature, English literature, Russian literature, and French language and culture.

Focus: both

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Deadlines

Fall 2027

Mar 23, 2027

After the program

Post-study work rights

2 years residence permit for job seeking or work (Finland)

€9,600.00

Annual living cost

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Prerequisites

Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

Recommendations

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Essays

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Contact

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki online or in-person?: Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is offered in-person.
How long does Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki take to complete?: Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki?: Post-completion work rights for Kotimaiset kielet ja kirjallisuudet, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki: 2 years residence permit for job seeking or work (Finland)