graduointi

Graduointi is the process of completing a higher education program and receiving the official degree certificate. In Finland, graduointi applies to studies at universities and universities of applied sciences and occurs after fulfilling all program requirements, earning the required credits (opintopisteet), and, when required, completing a final thesis or project. Depending on the program, additional requirements such as language proficiency or practical training may apply.

After meeting requirements, the student applies for degree conferment. The institution issues the degree certificate, often with a transcript of records and, where applicable, a Diploma Supplement detailing courses and competencies. Degree titles typically correspond to the international system: bachelor's level (kandidaatin tutkinto), master's level (maisterin tutkinto), and doctoral-level degrees (tohtorin tutkinto) or other professional degrees offered by universities or universities of applied sciences.

Graduation ceremonies: The conferral may be marked by a formal ceremony at the institution, sometimes with additional rites or receptions. The graduation marks the transition to professional work, doctoral studies, or further education.

Notes: In everyday Finnish usage, graduointi can refer broadly to finishing studies, while specific traditions or terms may vary between institutions and education tracks.