Student accommodation near the University of Tampere

The University of Tampere (called "Tampereen yliopisto" in Finnish - TAU) is a prestigious institution in Finland, being the second largest university in the country in relation to the number of students it welcomes. In it you will be able to delve into the education of this Nordic country, which is recognized for its excellence worldwide.

Tampere is located in a stunning natural environment with lakes and forests, giving Erasmus students the opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities and experience the beauty of Finnish nature. Enjoy your stay to the fullest!

Student flats and spare rooms near the TAU

The first thing you have to do is determine where the college you are going to is located, so you can then compare the most convenient nearby neighbourhoods to live in.

Where’s the University of Tampere located?

It has three campus different, which are:

City centre Campus

As its name indicates, this campus is located in the centre of Tampere. It’s in the Kalevanharju area, southeast of the city's main railway station (Tampereen Rautatieasema). In addition to classrooms, it has facilities such as a sports centre, a cafeteria, a library and a theatre.

The faculties taught here are:

• Faculty of Education and Culture
• Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
• Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences
• Faculty of Business Administration
• Faculty of Social Sciences

Hervanta Campus

The Hervanta Campus is located in the Hervanta district, which is southeast of Tampere. This district can be reached in 30 minutes or less by bus and tram from the city centre. It is a campus based on technology, with the following faculties:

• Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
• Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences
• Faculty of Business Administration
• Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology

Kauppi Campus

This campus is located in the suburban area of Kauppi, east of the centre of Tampere. It is located close to Tampere University Hospital, due to what it houses the different faculties related to Medicine and Health Sciences.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the TAU

These are some of the neighbourhoods that you can consider to live near the institution:

Tammela

This neighbourhood is very popular among students who are going to go to the City Campus of the institution, since it is located a few minutes walk to the south. Because so many young people choose this neighbourhood to live in every year, there are a large number of restaurants, shops and cultural and sports spaces to take advantage of. From here there is also a good public transport connection to the other campuses.

Hervanta

It is true that this neighbourhood is far from the centre of Tampere, but it is ideal if you want to live close to the campus located there. It is a more residential and modern area with shopping centres and sports facilities. Furthermore, it usually has a lively and multicultural atmosphere.

Kyttälä

Kyttälä is part of the city centre and is very close to the institution's City Campus. It’s one of the liveliest areas of the city, with restaurants, bars, cafés, shops and green areas to enjoy. It's also well served by public transport, so you'll be able to get everywhere easily from here.

Student residences near the University of Tampere

The institution itself does not have halls of residence, so this type of accommodation is not going to be an option. However, you can choose between private and public student halls of residence. In the private ones, the type of accommodation can be both single rooms and shared rooms, and in some cases they offer studio-type flats. The public student halls of residences, offered by the Tampere Student Housing Foundation (TOAS) and Pirkan Opiskelija-asunnot (POAS), are predominantly studio flats, so the cost of rent may be a little higher.

Erasmus at the University of Tampere

Some information to keep in mind during your mobility:

• The cost of living in Finland is high, although the good news is that Tampere is generally cheaper than the Helsinki area. You should expect to have between €700-950 per month to support yourself during your Erasmus at the University. In this city you will be able to access benefits for students, such as affordable meals in the institution's canteens (even for less than €3!), discounts on public transportation for a certain age range, and free class books.
• The institution organises a “Welcome Week” which is compulsory for exchange students. It takes place at the beginning of each semester and provides information about different areas of the University and life in Tampere. It is a very good opportunity to meet other exchange students and start making friends.

FAQ about the University of Tampere