Aalto University vs Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK vs South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK vs Centria University of Applied Sciences vs HELBUS Helsinki School of Business

Side-by-side comparison from 79 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: HELBUS Helsinki School of Business (5.00)
Aalto University: wins 0/4 categories
Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK: wins 0/4 categories
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK: wins 0/4 categories
Centria University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/4 categories
HELBUS Helsinki School of Business: wins 4/4 categories
University of Eastern Finland: wins 0/4 categories
Savonia University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/4 categories
Comparing
Espoo, Finland
4.50
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Best programme: Computer Engineering
Best programme: Bachelor of Nursing
Best programme: BHC in Nursing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Best programme: Business Administration
Best programme: Bsc Information Technology
Category ratings
Facilities
4.54
3.50
4.81
4.00
5.00
Win
4.33
Not rated
Location
4.33
4.33
4.56
4.00
5.00
Win
4.00
Not rated
Professors
4.16
4.17
4.93
4.00
5.00
Win
4.33
Not rated
Internationality
4.37
4.33
4.74
4.00
5.00
Win
4.00
Not rated
Student life
4.57
4.17
4.50
4.00
5.00
5.00
Not rated
Value
4.39
3.67
4.78
5.00
5.00
4.00
Not rated
Accommodation
4.39
4.00
4.46
5.00
5.00
4.33
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Flexible and multidisciplinary learning
  • +Strong foundational and independent learning
  • +Supportive community and active student life
  • +Strong sense of community and support
  • +Excellent teaching and learning atmosphere
  • +Welcoming international environment and good facilities
  • +Dedicated, supportive, and passionate faculty
  • +Well-organized, modern campus and facilities
  • +Strong industry connections and practical, future-focused education
  • +Supportive professors and practical learning
  • +Global opportunities and accessible location
  • +Personal development and useful knowledge acquisition
  • +Personalized guidance and support for academic progress
  • +Motivating and helpful staff
  • +Opportunities for quick graduation
  • +Practical study experience with supportive faculty and accessible campus facilities.
  • +Welcoming and diverse campus environment fostering social opportunities.
  • +Efficient education and proximity to nature for leisure.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration and inefficiency.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of engaging teaching and poor curriculum design lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of resources and limited course offerings disappoint students.
  • -Excessive administrative burdens and disorganized management plague student experiences.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities create a frustrating learning environment.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff leads to student dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of essential resources and support negatively impacts student experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance detract from the learning environment.
  • -Inconsistent and unsupportive teaching staff create a negative academic experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor resource allocation are consistently criticized.
  • -A lack of effective teaching and curriculum relevance is a major concern.

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Rating summary
What students say

This university receives strong commendations, particularly for its **Student Life** and **Facilities**, both scoring above 4.5. **Accomodation** and **Value** are also highly rated, each at 4.39. **Professors** represent the lowest-scoring area, though still rated positively. The university demonstrates a well-rounded profile with notable strengths in its campus environment and student experience.

The university scores well across multiple aspects, with **Location** and **Internationality** standing out as particularly strong areas, both receiving a rating of 4.33. **Professors** and **Student Life** are also rated highly at 4.17. The **Facilities** represent the weakest area, with a rating of 3.5, followed by **Value** at 3.67. **Accomodation** is rated a solid 4.

This institution garners exceptional scores, with Professors receiving the highest marks at 4.92 and Facilities a very close second at 4.8. Student Life and Location also scored highly, both above 4.5. The weakest area, though still strong, is Accomodation with a rating of 4.44. Internationality and Value are tied for the second-highest scores.

Overall, this institution garners strong marks, with accommodation and value standing out as exceptional strengths, both receiving perfect scores. Facilities, professors, location, student life, and internationality are all rated highly, demonstrating a consistently positive experience across these key aspects.

Exceptional scores were awarded across every aspect of the university. The facilities, professors, location, student life, accommodation, internationality, and overall value all received a perfect 5 out of 5. This indicates a uniformly excellent experience with no discernible weak areas, suggesting a consistently high-quality educational environment.

This institution garners exceptional scores, notably achieving a perfect 5 for Student Life. Facilities, Professors, and Accommodation are also highly rated at 4.33. Location and Internationality are solid at 4, with Value also receiving a 4. The weakest area, though still positive, is Value at 4.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Students highly recommend the university, praising its multidisciplinary courses and freedom to study outside their major (~90%). Positive feedback highlights independent learning, excellent facilities, and strong community support, with no reported negative reviews.

Reviews indicate a strong sense of community and helpful staff, with ~74% of feedback being positive. Some suggestions for improvement include better funding for facilities and further development of international programs.

With a 4.89/5 average rating from 27 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight great professors, international focus, and excellent organization. Positive themes include modern facilities and strong industry connections.

With a 4/5 average rating and no negative feedback (~0%), students praise freedom to develop, practical learning, and supportive professors. The university's global network and accessible location with affordable accommodation are also highlighted.

This university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with a perfect 5/5 average rating. The single review highlights helpful staff, advice, opportunities, and motivational support. No negative feedback was reported.

All feedback is positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5 stars. Students highlight practical study experiences, excellent welfare and social activities, and a welcoming, diverse campus environment.

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Rating distribution
5★
55%
29%
89%
0%
100%
67%
0%
4★
35%
14%
11%
100%
0%
33%
0%
3★
10%
57%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Great combinations of business and tech

I graduated from Aalto University's School of Business, majoring in Marketing, and I'd genuinely recommend it. What made the biggest difference for me, though, was the freedom to take courses outside my own major. I ended up mixing in some technology and design courses with my marketing courses, and that has turned out to be one of the most useful parts of my degree.

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My experience studying nursing at Xamk.

Studying nursing at Xamk has been a practical and rewarding experience to me regardless of my previous background in-terms of profession. The programme strongly focuses on hands-on skills, simulation training, and clinical placements, which has helped me connect theory directly to real nursing practice. The teachers are supportive and approachable, and the learning environment encourages growth both professionally and personally, being able to also learn a new language (Finnish) within a short period of time with the help of Xamk has been a great milestone to me. Overall, Xamk has prepared me well for working life in healthcare.

Innovative, caring and multicultural environment

Centria UAS is a good university where students feel free to develop themselves and learn useful knowledge. The school has a broad Erasmus network and other partners around the world. Professors at Centria are qualified and enthusiastic in their lectures. They are always willing to help and encourage students in any problems. The theory is practically applied in every lesson via teamwork, presentations, and assignments. Cheap accommodation and easy to access to the school due to a good location. Staff are very friendly, helpful and polite. I have enjoyed a great time at Centria and went on a Double degree exchange program in France which would be obviously a great opportunity for my career prospects. About Kokkola, it is a small town with all warmhearted and helpful people. I always feel safe when staying here. This place is like my second home.

Very helpful teachers/staff

This school was very good and helpful, I wanted to graduate quickly and they have helped me achieve this, they gave me advice and opportunities and they were checking in on my progress. Very motivating to be surrounded by the staff.

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