Educational Sciences, M.A.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
  • English (schedule IELTS)
    Language
University rank #357 (QS) ,
The objective of the Master’s Degree Programme in Educational Sciences at University of Jyväskylä  is to prepare highly competent and internationally oriented educators to raise the quality of education in the diversifying contexts of the globalized world.

About

During the Master’s Degree Programme in Educational Sciences at University of Jyväskylä  students will gain a broad understanding of the field of education with a particular awareness of international issues in education.

 Students will have the opportunity to specialize in areas of education which they find the most relevant and interesting. Students will acquire scientific expertise in the field of education and be able to work with theories and analyze 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.

Career opportunities

The programme prepares students to work as experts in a variety of educational settings, for example, as educational planners, consultants, coordinators, teachers, teacher educators or researchers.

Programme Structure

  • Orientation studies 
  • Advanced Studies in Education 
  • Specialization Studie
  • Optional Studies
For more information please visit the programme website.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    120 ECTS
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

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English Language Requirements

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  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    580

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    92

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Academic Requirements

1) Officially certified transcript of records 

2) Officially certified copies of degree certificates

3) Copy of a valid passpor

4) Certificate of English language proficiency

5) Curriculum Vitae (CV)

6) Motivation letter. 

7) Research interests. 

8) Copy of a residence permit 

Tuition Fee

  • International Applies to you

    10000 EUR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 10000 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • EU/EEA Applies to you

    Free
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 0 EUR per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Jyväskylä

  • 700 - 1100 EUR/month
    Living Costs

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