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Overview
In this Comparative Social Policy and Welfare, Social Science Research programme from Tampere University, you are able to develop skills for understanding and analysing the development of societies and for engaging with sustainable welfare and policy solutions.
During the studies, you will learn the dynamics of social policy in countries that represent different welfare models and may choose a specialisation based on your interest in some area of social policy.
You will concentrate on comparative designs and practise qualitative and quantitative policy analysis. As a part of the studies, you may improve your future employment prospects by gaining work experience as a trainee or doing voluntary work for three months.
Career
Graduates work around the world for national and local governments, private companies, non-governmental organisations, and academia.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Conceptual Approaches to the Comparative Study of Welfare Production
- National Systems of Welfare and Society
- Empirical Research Methodology
- Elective study units on Well-being and Welfare Production in a Globalizing World
- Internship
- Academic Writing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Tampere, Finland
Disciplines
Sociology Public Policy Social Policy View 8 other Masters in Sociology in FinlandWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT OR
92
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor’s degree - nationally recognized first cycle degree*
- an applicable bachelor’s degree at a university or a university of applied sciences in Finland
- a bachelor's degree completed in a university outside Finland which provides eligibility to pursue an academic master’s degree in the country where the awarding institution is located
- with a minimum scope of 180 ECTS credits, three to four years of full-time study
- from a relevant field for the master’s degree programme that you are applying to
- from a recognised institution of higher education
- A good command of the English language for academic purposes.
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Tuition Fees
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Applies to youEU/EEA NationalsFree
Living costs
Tampere
Finland
869 - 1289 EUR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Comparative Social Policy and Welfare, Social Science Research.
Available Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
NextLevel Student Scholarship
Merit-based
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