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New supercomputer to be located in Kajaani – Finland gains stronger role in AI research
The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) has selected the sites that will host the new European AI Factories. The AI factory consists of a supercomputer that provides world-class computing power as well as completely new data sources together with a service centre and talent pool.
Finnish model for leisure activities increases schoolchildren's participation rate and reaches vulnerable groups
The Finnish model for leisure activities offers children and young people free extra-curricular activities as part of their school day. The clubs already reach around one in four students attending comprehensive schools in Finland. The model not only increases children's and young people's engagement in leisure activities, but also improves opportunities for those who have found it difficult to pursue activities, especially if they come from low-income or one-parent families. The first results of the pilot project were collected from eleven municipalities of different sizes in autumn 2024.
Finland a leading country in PIAAC adult population survey
Key information processing skills needed by Finland’s adult population (aged 16 to 65) in different areas of life were assessed in the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies (PIAAC). The survey focused on literacy, numeracy and adaptive problem-solving skills. By international standards, Finland ranked at the top in literacy and numeracy skills.
WHO report highlights progress and challenges in improving physical activity levels across the European Union
A new report from WHO “Health-enhancing physical activity in the European Union, 2024” presents the latest data on physical activity across the European Union (EU), reflecting on the progress achieved in making health-enhancing physical activity an integral part of people’s lives. The report reveals that there has been a notable improvement in the implementation of physical activity policies in the EU from 2015 to 2024.
Round table discusses inclusion and leisure activities of multilingual young people
Minister of Youth, Sport and Physical Activity Sandra Bergqvist and representatives of cities, various organisations and young people met at a round table event on Wednesday 19 June to discuss the inclusion and leisure activities of multilingual young people. The aim of the event was to find concrete measures to increase multilingual young people’s inclusion and opportunities for leisure activities.
Developing general upper secondary education
Read more about how the Ministry of Education and Culture is developing the general upper secondary education.
Futures work in comprehensive schools
The vision work assesses the type of needs that exist for further developing comprehensive schools and the capabilities that education should offer for the future
PISA survey
You will find information about the PISA review and about results obtained by Finland in different years.
Finnish Education System
Finnish education system offers equal opportunities for all. Learners can always proceed to an upper level of education.
Study in Finland
Are you planning to study in Finland? What can you study and how to apply? You can find the answers here.
International Agreements and Memorandums
Finland has cooperation agreements, programmes and Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with over 50 countries.
Team Finland Knowledge
The Team Finland Knowledge network helps achieve a more internationally oriented position in higher education and research.
Media literacy in Finland
This page offers information and materials on media literacy and Finnish media education.
Ministry of Education and Culture
The Ministry of Education and Culture is responsible for the development of education, science, cultural, sport and youth policies. The administrative branch of the Ministry of Education and Culture comprises 13 agencies, including Finnish National Agency for Education, Academy of Finland and Arts Promotion Centre Finland.
International cooperation
In international affairs, the Ministry participates in the work of major international organisations and regional councils, implements programmes and initiatives nationally and supports cultural cooperations and expatriate activities.
International cooperation of Ministry of Education and Culture
Anders Adlercreutz
Minister of Education
Sari Multala
Minister of Science and Culture