Master of Health Care in Planetary Wellbeing and Resilience
A multidisciplinary master’s programme for professionals advancing sustainable health and resilience in global contexts.
Best for:Best for experienced health professionals and experts in sustainability seeking to specialize in planetary health, evidence-based decision-making, and global health resilience.
Overview
The Master of Health Care in Planetary Wellbeing and Resilience at Turku University of Applied Sciences is designed for experienced professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in sustainable health promotion and planetary health. This 90 ECTS programme integrates research, data-driven decision-making, and multidisciplinary collaboration to address emerging health challenges. Students will explore sustainable health promotion, global health, psychosocial support, and crisis preparedness while developing critical thinking and evidence-based development skills. The flexible curriculum, combining online and on-campus learning, is tailored for professionals working full-time, allowing completion in 1.5 years alongside career responsibilities. The programme fosters an international and multidisciplinary community, preparing graduates for leadership roles in health promotion and development.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement evidence-based strategies for sustainable health promotion and resilience.
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate health-promoting initiatives in global and local contexts.
- Collaborate in multidisciplinary and international teams to address complex health challenges.
- Apply research and data analytics to inform decision-making in health policy and practice.
- Strengthen critical thinking and research-based development competencies for professional growth.
- Engage in flexible, blended learning combining online and on-campus formats to balance work and study.
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary community of professionals from diverse health-related fields.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Health Care or a related field (e.g., Social Services, Nursing, Public Health, or equivalent).
Degree offered: Master of Health Care
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned).
Instruction: English
- Professional experience in health or related fields (explicitly mentioned for this programme).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary settings.
- Basic proficiency in research and data analysis for evidence-based decision-making.
- Open to experienced professionals with relevant bachelor’s degrees.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- No age restrictions or prior experience caps beyond professional experience.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-18
Applicants must apply through the official Opintopolku portal. The application process involves submitting required documents, including a bachelor’s degree certificate, proof of English proficiency (if applicable), and a personal statement. The application is completed online, and no fixed deadline beyond the published date is mentioned.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate or equivalent
- Transcripts of academic records
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-taught degree)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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