Metropolia Summer School 2026 is here and the registrations are now open ! You can check out the offer from here: Summer Studies 2026 | Metropolia UAS

This is your chance to join top-tier courses in Big Band Conducting course; Vocal Artivism – Choirs for Ecocide Law; Reconnecting with Nature in Post-Digital World; Mindful Photography – Seeing through Silence; Writing Stories that Connect; Participation, Inclusion and Agency; and Urban Design in Helsinki – all designed to equip you with hands-on experience, industry insights, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Please note that students from partners institutions will get 10 % discount from the tuition fee.

This summer, we’re offering dynamic, hands-on courses that bring together global learners, industry experts, and innovative thinkers to tackle real-world challenges in a multidisciplinary environment. Our courses cover key themes such as:

1. Big Band Conducting course – Lead a real big band in Finland

https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/big-band-conducting-course

2. Vocal Artivism – Choirs for Ecocide Law – An inspiring international summer course in Helsinki combining art, activism and choral music

https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/big-band-conducting-course

3. Reconnecting with Nature in Post-Digital World – Creative summer school gathers global design students to explore nature, technology, and creativity.

https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/reconnecting-with-nature-in-post-digital-world

4. Mindful Photography – Seeing through Silence – Summer school that blends mindfulness, silence, and nature connection with creative exploration. Discover photography as a meditative act.

https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/mindful-photography-seeing-through-silence

5. Writing Stories that Connect – Explore creative writing through engaging lectures and collaboratice workshops. https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/storytelling
6. Future-Oriented Approaches to Ageing: Participation, Inclusion and Agency https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/ageing

7.  Urban Design in Helsinki – For students and creatives to explore urban design, using Helsinki as their   classroom. https://www.metropolia.fi/en/study-at-metropolia/summer-studies/urban-design

Why should students and professionals join?

✅ Industry-Relevant Learning: Practical, project-based courses led by experts.

✅ Global Network: Connect with professionals and students from across the world.

✅ Experience Finland: Immerse yourself in Helsinki’s vibrant culture and innovation-driven environment.

✅ Career-Boosting Skills: Gain valuable experience applicable to various industries.

The programs run in Summer 2026, and applications are open now until March 31, 2026!