Advanced Service Design (Upper University of Applied Sciences Degree)
A specialized master’s programme in user-centred service and urban design for professionals seeking career advancement in dynamic industries.
Best for:Best for design professionals and creative practitioners looking to specialize in service and urban design, with a focus on strategic implementation in diverse sectors.
Overview
This upper-level university of applied sciences degree in service design focuses on deepening expertise in user-centred product and service design. Graduates will apply design methodologies to organizational development and strategic planning, extending their skills to service design, urban design, and public sector innovation. The programme is tailored for professionals aiming to explore new career paths in a rapidly evolving job market. It emphasizes practical application, enabling graduates to integrate design expertise into broader fields like public administration and urban planning. The curriculum is structured to balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, preparing students for leadership roles in design-driven innovation.
What you'll do
- Apply advanced design methodologies to develop and implement innovative services and products for organizations.
- Develop strategic plans that integrate design thinking into broader business and public sector goals.
- Extend design expertise to urban planning and public administration contexts.
- Collaborate with industry partners to address real-world challenges and drive organizational change.
- Explore new career opportunities in dynamic and evolving professional fields.
- Engage in practical projects that bridge theoretical knowledge with hands-on design solutions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in design, arts, business, or a related field; professional experience in design or a relevant industry is preferred.
Degree offered: Master of Culture and Arts (Upper University of Applied Sciences Degree)
Language: Finnish proficiency is required for instruction and assessment.
Instruction: Finnish
- Proven experience in design or a related creative field
- Strong understanding of user-centred design principles
- Ability to apply design thinking to strategic planning
- Familiarity with organizational development processes
- Open to applicants with a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualifications
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age restrictions or prior experience caps
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-30
Applicants must submit their application through the official Opintopolku portal. The application process includes providing academic transcripts, a personal statement, and any relevant professional documentation. Additional requirements may include a portfolio showcasing previous design work.
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Personal statement or motivation letter
- Portfolio of design work
- Proof of Finnish language proficiency (if applicable)
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