Doctoral Degree Programme in Educational Sciences and Psychology, Doctor of Philosophy (Education), Doctor of Philosophy (Psychology), Doctor of Philosophy (3–4 years)
University of Oulu · Oulu, Finland · Checked 24 October 2026
Degree levelPhD
SubjectEducation & Teaching
Tuition (non-EU students)Free (no tuition fee)
LanguageEnglish
Duration4 years (30 ECTS)
StartsSpring 2026
Application deadline31 October 20267 days left
Applications open1 July 2026
Applying from Pakistan
- Documents: degree and transcripts (attested by HEC for university degrees, IBCC for intermediate), passport, CV and usually a motivation letter. See the paperwork guides.
- English: most programmes ask for IELTS or TOEFL; check the programme page for the minimum score.
- Tuition: Free (no tuition fee). Students from outside the EU/EEA usually pay the first year's fee before the residence permit is issued.
- Visa: read the Finland student visa guide for proof of funds, documents and processing time.
Similar programmes in Finland
- Doctoral Programme in Education and Psychology, spring 2027 University of Jyväskylä
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- Doctoral Programme of Education and Society (4 yrs), spring 2027 Tampere University
- Doctoral Programme on Educational Policy, Lifelong Learning and Comparative Education Research University of Turku
- Doctoral Programme on Learning, Teaching and Learning Environments Research University of Turku
- Doctoral Programme of Education and Society (4 yrs), autumn 2026 Tampere University
Details from Studyinfo.fi (Finnish National Agency for Education). Fees, requirements and deadlines change every year; confirm them on the official programme page before you apply.
