Education & studies

Studies at the University of Helsinki

Studies at the Viikki Tropical Resources Institute (VITRI) focus on sustainable use and management of forests and natural resources in tropical and sub-tropical areas and in developing countries. Education and training cover dry and humid tropics, natural and plantation forests, agroforestry systems, and management of forested tropical landscapes. Issues are dealt with from ecological, economic and social points of view. Studies and VITRI can be conducted in various forms, including regular BSc, MSc, and doctoral degree programs, minor (25 ECT) in tropical silviculture, and training courses.

Courses and training are provided in English. Some of the courses are offered in the tropics, in collaboration with VITRI’s local partner institutions. In most cases, the thesis research (all levels) is also undertaken in a tropical and/or developing country.

Studies and courses in VITRI

International cooperation in capacity building and training

VITRI carries out education programs and projects with our national and international partners to strengthen the capacities of institutions in recipient countries.

Education and Training Projects