Tampere University - TUNI vs Aalto University vs Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK vs South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK vs Tampere University of Technology - TUT

Side-by-side comparison from 106 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK (4.90)
Tampere University - TUNI: wins 1/7 categories
Aalto University: wins 0/7 categories
Tampere University of Applied Sciences - TAMK: wins 0/7 categories
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences - XAMK: wins 4/7 categories
Tampere University of Technology - TUT: wins 0/7 categories
Centria University of Applied Sciences: wins 2/7 categories
Novia University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Electrical Engineering
Espoo, Finland
4.70
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37 reviews
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Best programme: Computer Engineering
Best programme: Bachelor of Nursing
Best programme: BHC in Nursing
Best programme: Business Administration in Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.63
4.41
3.50
4.79
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Not rated
4.00
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Location
4.06
4.08
4.33
4.50
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Not rated
4.00
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Professors
4.26
4.14
4.17
4.92
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4.00
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Internationality
4.11
4.35
4.33
4.75
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Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Student life
4.74
Win
4.32
4.17
4.54
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.26
4.38
3.67
4.75
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
4.24
4.26
4.00
4.42
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive faculty and flexible personal study plans
  • +Welcoming international environment and diverse student body
  • +Well-structured programs with practical application and research opportunities
  • +Interdisciplinary studies and cross-major flexibility
  • +Independent learning and hands-on, practical experiences
  • +Strong community support and active student life
  • +Strong sense of community and support
  • +Excellent teaching and learning atmosphere
  • +Welcoming international environment and good facilities
  • +Passionate, supportive, and communicative educators
  • +Practical, career-focused programmes and real-world connections
  • +International atmosphere and flexible learning paths

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  • +Supportive professors and practical learning
  • +Global opportunities and accessible location
  • +Personal development and useful knowledge acquisition

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues, particularly due to university reforms.
  • -Lack of responsiveness and clarity from administration.
  • -Outdated and poorly maintained facilities.
  • -Insufficient academic support and resources.
  • -Administrative and management issues frustrate students.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a common complaint.
  • -Lack of resources and limited course offerings disappoint students.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and transparency from staff creates confusion.

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  • -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.

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Rating summary
What students say

The university garners significant acclaim, particularly in **Student Life**, which stands out with a 4.74 rating. **Facilities** also score very highly at 4.63. Areas such as **Accomodation** (4.24), **Professors** (4.26), and **Value** (4.26) show solid performance. **Internationality** is rated at 4.11, and **Location** is the lowest scored category at 4.06, though still strong.

This institution exhibits a strong overall performance, particularly excelling in its **Facilities**, which received the highest rating. **Student Life** and **Internationality** also scored very well. The **Location** emerged as the area with the lowest rating, though it still falls within a generally positive range. The university demonstrates a commendable balance across its assessed aspects.

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 earns exceptionally high marks, particularly in the **professors** category with a near-perfect score. **Facilities** and **internationality** also stand out with strong ratings. Areas receiving slightly lower, though still positive, scores include **student life** and **accommodation**. Overall, the university demonstrates a well-rounded positive profile.

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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.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.43 average rating from 35 reviews, approximately 74% praise the inclusive environment, supportive teachers, and flexible study plans. A small portion (~3%) notes declining teaching quality due to university reformation.

The university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~100% of reviews) with an average rating of 4.44/5. Recurring themes highlight the value of interdisciplinary studies, independent learning, and strong community support.

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.

All 26 reviews are positive, averaging 4.88/5. Students praise practical, student-centered education, supportive teachers, and innovation. A minor concern was difficulty securing clinical practice due to language skills.

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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.

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Rating distribution
5★
60%
57%
29%
88%
0%
0%
0%
4★
26%
38%
14%
12%
0%
100%
0%
3★
11%
11%
57%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
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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.

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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.

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