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Finland offers a balanced lifestyle with modern cities, serene nature, and a focus on sustainability. Students enjoy a safe, inclusive environment, excellent public services, and access to unique cultural experiences, creating the perfect blend of academic focus and personal well-being.

• Safety & Happiness: Consistently ranked as the world's happiest and safest country.
• Environment: Focus on sustainability, with easy access to nature and clean, modern cities.
• Culture: High standard of living with excellent public services.
• Language: While most programs are in English, learning basic Finnish is recommended for better job integration. 

International students in Finland can work part-time during studies and pursue post-graduation opportunities in fields like technology, healthcare, and education. Finland’s innovative economy provides excellent career prospects and pathways to permanent residency.

• Part-Time Work: Students can work up to 30 hours per week during studies and full-time during holidays.
• Popular Sectors: IT, engineering, health, and service industries (cleaning, hospitality).
• Post-Study Visa: A 2-year work permit allows graduates to stay and seek employment.

Finland offers scholarships like the Finland Government Scholarship and university-specific tuition fee waivers for international students. These programs ease financial burdens, making education more accessible. IGC helps you identify and apply for scholarships to support your academic dreams in Finland.

• Scholarships: Universities offer merit-based scholarships (50% to 100% tuition fee waiver).
• Government Grants: The Finland Scholarship is available for talented non-EU/EEA students, often covering tuition and providing a relocation grant.
• Living Cost Requirement: Students must demonstrate proof of funds for living expenses, approx. €6,720 per year to €9,600 (about 8.5 to 11 lakh BDT, depending on specific visa requirements).