The University of Helsinki, Finland's oldest and largest, has been at work since 1640, and its scientific community numbers about 40,000 students and staff. It has twelve faculties, one of which, Svenska social- och kommunalhögskolan, teaches in Swedish. Its stated values are truth, education, freedom and community.
Teaching covers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes, continuing education and courses open to everyone, and there is a doctoral school. Research is shared with the public through Think Corner (Tiedekulma), the Yliopisto magazine, podcasts and Unitube videos. The website also covers visits and renting space. The entrance is wheelchair accessible.
