What is UniPID?
UniPID is a network of Finnish universities that supports interdisciplinary studies and research, as well as societal impact and partnerships of universities related to global sustainable development.
Right Now
June 17, 2025 — Before You Unplug: Discover UniPID’s Virtual Studies and Master’s Award in Development Studies.
Before heading off on your summer holidays, take a moment to explore the UniPID Virtual Studies Catalogue and discover the engaging course offerings for the 2025–2026 academic year. And if you’ve recently completed your Master’s thesis, why not take it a step further and apply for the...
June 12, 2025 — Story Behind the Research: Meet Anaïs Georges, Exploring Colonial Dynamics in North-South Higher Education Partnerships!
Anaïs recently joined the UniPID DocNet and shares her journey as a PhD researcher and how she became curious about the colonial dynamics reproduced in academic partnerships. From her contribution to a GINTL-UniPID intitiative to her academic visit to the Ali Mazrui Centre for Higher Education...
June 5, 2025 — In memory of Marja-Liisa Swantz
Professor Marja-Liisa Swantz passed away in Lahti in May 2025. In honour of her remarkable life and legacy, UniPID's Board Member Professor Irmeli Mustalahti has written a heartfelt obituary commemorating Professor Swantz’s contributions to development research in Finland.
What does UniPID do?
For Students
Interested in studying sustainable development? UniPID offers virtual courses and a Study Module in Sustainable Development.
Already studying development? UniPID awards a yearly Master’s Award in Development Studies and supports the training and networking of Finnish doctoral students.
For Researchers
Researching issues relevant to development? UniPID organizes scientific events and informs about research calls and funding opportunities.
Interested in research policy? UniPID impacts research agendas and funding priorities and supports Finnish participation in research consortia and policy dialogues.
For Society
Interested in the societal impact of universities? UniPID supports universities’ efforts to foster their response to global challenges.
Looking for expertise? UniPID facilitates Finnish researchers’ input in national and international development policy, and connects Finnish universities with other relevant stakeholders.