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HKUST Summer Study Abroad: Metropolia University of Applied Sciences (Finland) (Exchange Program) (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
  • Locations: Helsinki, Finland
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Restrictions: HKUST applicants only
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Additional CGA Requirement: No English Language Proficiency Proof: Not Required
Program Description:


About Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

The Metropolia University of Applied Sciences is one of Finland's largest and most internationally diverse universities of applied sciences with modern campuses. With a welcoming international community, students gain global insight by collaborating on new ideas and innovations.


About ICT Summer School

The international ICT Summer School is held every year in August. The first Summer School was held in 2019 in its current form. The Summer School gives students an excellent opportunity to enhance their knowledge on the topics, meet new people, and expand network internationally.

For HKUST nominated exchange (in-person) students: 

  • must take course(s) at Metropolia campus to form a study program of 4 consecutive weeks' duration
The 2026 program will be published in April 2026 on the program website. Students may refer to the program information from 2025 for course information. Please CLICK HERE for details.
 

Program Date

3-28 August 2026 (4 weeks)

* Notes:

  • Host Institutions may provide orientation activities for students, with some mandatory, which you should attend. You are required to pay attention to the host institution's arrival information and arrive in time.
  • You should only depart after completion of the program (i.e. finishing all final examinations and/or assessments, both compulsory and optional ones).


Fees

HKUST-nominated exchange students will have tuition fee waived. HKUST students will bear the costs for accommodation, meals, travel, visa, insurance, personal expenses and all other costs incurred by the program.

Fees Amount
Course fee
 Waived


Eligibility and Application Process

HKUST students must apply through the Office of Global Learning. Individual direct application to the host institution will not be accepted. You are eligible to apply for the program if you:

  • are enrolling in one of the following first majors
    • School of Engineering majors
    • Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management: Engineering and Business
    • Data Science and Technology
    • Integrative Systems and Design
  • have completed at least 4 regular terms in SENG, Priority will be given to CSE, CPEG, ECE students; and
  • fulfill the requirements listed under HKUST Summer Study Abroad Program brochure page.

You may also find the details on application process and selection criteria under HKUST Summer Study Abroad Program brochure page.


Visa Information

To check whether you need a visa to participate in the program in person, you can visit the website of Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland or contact the nearest Finland's Embassies and Consulates general.


Health Insurance

HKUST students who take part in the University's study abroad programs will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Plan. Please CLICK HERE for details.


Accommodation

Housing will not be provided by this summer program. Students are responsible for looking for their own accommodation. 


Disclaimer: The host institutions may release updated information from time to time. Information on this page will be updated on a rolling basis. While the Office of Global Learning tries the best effort to post the most updated information on this page, you are advised to refer to the host institutions' official websites for the most updated information.

Last update: 3 February 2026




This program is currently not accepting applications.