All the TUT students belong to the Student Union (= ylioppilaskunta) after paying the membership fee, which is compulsory for all students (except for postgraduate students, to whom it is optional). The purpose of the Student Union is to act as a link between the university and the students and promote student rights and interests. The Student Union organises events and activities to students, such as concerts, film screenings, excursions and parties. These events are advertised othrough the Itnet mailing list and on the student intranet POP. Read more about the Student Union and the benefits and activities available to members from the Union's own leaflet "The Opus" that you can collect from the Student Union Office.
The Student Union Office is located on the second floor of the Main Building.
The office hours are Mon - Thu 9.00-16.00 and Fri 9.00-15.00.
More information on the Student Union's activities: http://www.tut.fi/ttyy > In English
Student card and off-campus benefits
All members of the Student Union will get a student card. By showing your student card, you will get various services and benefits, such as discounts at student restaurants, free medical treatment at the Finnish Student Health Service (YTHS) and a 50 percent discount on train and coach tickets. In addition, you will get discounts on local buses, pharmacies, museums, theatres, concerts and several shops.
Remember to always ask for a possible student discount!