Educational Sciences, Master of Arts (Education) (2 yrs)

About this programme

The Master’s Degree Programme in Educational Sciences aims to prepare highly competent and internationally oriented educators to enhance the quality of education in the diversifying contexts of the globalised world in which education is the key to the success of both individuals and societies. The programme offers both theoretical and practical skills across a wide selection of topics in the field of education. During the programme, students will learn about Educational Sciences and choose their area of specialisation from Educational Leadership, Early Childhood Studies, Special Education, Guidance and Counselling, Language Education, and Current Issues in Education and Psychology. In the Master’s Degree Programme in Educational Sciences, students will gain a broad understanding of the field of education, including awareness of international issues in education. The programme also offers a unique opportunity to get first-hand experience on the Finnish education system. Students will acquire scientific expertise in the field of education and will be able to work with theories and analyse and develop educational practices. The master’s degree creates a foundation for producing scientific knowledge and applying scientific methods in practice in the field of education. The programme prepares experts into various sectors of education in national and international contexts: educational planning, administration, consultancy, coordination, development, teaching and research.