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University degree, university of applied sciences degree
In the statistics on the educational structure of the population, tertiary degrees comprise all lower, higher and doctorate level tertiary degrees.
Up to the end of 2001, only degrees obtained at universities and experimental or permanent university of applied sciences in accordance with the decree on universities (464/1998) were included in tertiary degrees.
Statistics using the definition
Validity of the definition
- Valid
Source organisation
- Tilastokeskus
Degree completed at university of applied sciences or university after upper secondary qualification.
Statistics using the definition
Validity of the definition
- Valid
Source organisation
- Tilastokeskus
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