Code YOUR FUTURE

At Hive, you will grow into a highly skilled tech professional by learning through real projects and teamwork.

What is Hive

Hive is not an ordinary coding school. It offers a unique opportunity for people from all walks of life to become capable software developers, regardless of previous education or professional background.

Many of our students arrive with no prior experience in coding. Through hard work, focus, and collaboration, they go on to start careers in technology and join an alumni community that is active across more than one hundred companies in Finland.

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How does it work?

Intense fast-track curriculum (on average 1,5 years)
Full-time commitment, on-site studies
No teachers, classes or workbooks
Peer-to-peer, project-based learning
No previous education, coding experience or qualifications required
Free of charge!
Value of studies 10.000€
Eligibility for Kela student benefits
Top industry partners and network
24/7 campus in Helsinki
You must be at least 18 years old and either an EU citizen or hold a valid Finnish residence permit

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A fast track to a future-proof career

A horizontal flowchart illustrating the Hive Helsinki student journey. The first step, in light blue, is "STUDENT SELECTION" lasting 3 weeks. The second step, in green, is "STUDIES AT HIVE" lasting 1.5 years." The final main step, in yellow, is "ENTER THE JOB MARKET" and become Hive Alumni in 4-6 months.

A vertical flowchart illustrating the Hive Helsinki student journey. The first step, in light blue, is "STUDENT SELECTION" lasting 3 weeks. The second step, in green, is "STUDIES AT HIVE" lasting 1.5 years." The final main step, in yellow, is "ENTER THE JOB MARKET" and become Hive Alumni in 4-6 months.

Explore the Curriculum

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Modern reception area at Hive Helsinki with a sleek metallic front desk, a digital ticker display, and a meeting room entrance in a tech-inspired open office environment.

A spacious, modern event area at Hive Helsinki featuring colorful chairs, bean bags, and lounge furniture arranged around a large screen in a bright, open industrial-style room.

In the heart of Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland’s vibrant capital, is quickly becoming the Nordic hub for coding, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Ranked among the world’s top cities for quality of life and openness, it draws digital creatives and ambitious startups. Hive is situated in a dynamic, emerging industrial district just minutes from the city center.

Our campus

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How to apply

Begin your journey with a fun and challenging online game designed to test your logical thinking; no prior experience or formal education is required.

If you succeed, your next step is to meet us at a check-in event. After that, you can apply to the Selection Sprint, an intense, 3-week long selection period where you’ll dive headfirst into coding and get a taste of Hive’s hands-on learning approach.

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So far, over 100 companies across diverse industries have hired Hive graduates, including most of Finland’s leading tech firms.

Careers after Hive

Employer feedback has been overwhelmingly positive:
98% rate Hivers as “good” or “excellent.”
Companies consistently praise their proactive mindset, adaptability, and ability to make meaningful contributions from day one.

Employers share their experiences on hiring and working with Hivers

Hive Helsinki key partners are Supercell and OP Financial Group. Friends of Hive are Sensofusion, Columbia Road, Nordia Law and Evermade

Key Partners & Friends of Hive

Our partners and friends are the cornerstone of Hive Helsinki’s mission. Their support empowers us to offer life-changing coding education to people from all walks of life, helping shape world-class talent, future-proofing Finland, and benefiting society as a whole.

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