Advanced University of Applied Sciences Degree in Health and Social Care
A specialized master’s programme for professionals seeking to advance their expertise in health and social care leadership and innovation.
Best for:Best for professionals with a Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree in health or social care who seek to advance their careers in leadership, research, or specialized roles within the sector.
Overview
This advanced master’s programme at Laurea University of Applied Sciences is designed for professionals who have previously completed a Bachelor of Applied Sciences (YAMK) degree but did not finish their studies. The programme focuses on equipping graduates with advanced skills in leadership, research, and development within the health and social care sectors. It prepares students for roles in management, research, and specialized fields such as nursing, healthcare, social work, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, emphasizing lifelong learning, international collaboration, and evidence-based practice. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria, including prior academic achievements and professional readiness.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced skills in leadership and management within health and social care sectors.
- Engage in research and development projects to improve healthcare practices and policies.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges in healthcare and social care settings.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects focusing on evidence-based solutions.
- Develop expertise in specialized fields such as nursing, healthcare, social work, physiotherapy, or rehabilitation.
- Contribute to the development of innovative practices and policies in healthcare and social care.
- Participate in lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
- Engage in international collaboration and cross-cultural communication in healthcare contexts.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor of Applied Sciences (YAMK) in a relevant field, with at least 55 credits completed in a Finnish higher education institution or 30 credits completed as a continuing student at Laurea University of Applied Sciences.
Degree offered: Master of Health Care or Master of Social Services (YAMK)
Language: Finnish proficiency for instruction and assessment; no explicit English proficiency requirement mentioned.
Instruction: Finnish
- Proven academic achievement in health or social care fields.
- Experience in completing at least 55 credits of a Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree (or 30 credits for continuing students).
- Strong motivation and commitment to completing the degree.
- Proficiency in Finnish for instruction and assessment.
- Ability to demonstrate suitability for the field through academic performance and personal attributes.
- Applicants must have completed at least 55 credits of a Bachelor of Applied Sciences degree in a relevant field from a Finnish higher education institution, with studies having been discontinued but with the intention to complete the degree.
- If studies were discontinued at Laurea, at least one academic term must have passed since the discontinuation.
- Applicants who have completed at least 30 credits as continuing students at Laurea University of Applied Sciences are also eligible.
- Applicants must meet the required credits by the application deadline.
- Selection criteria include academic performance, suitability for the field, language skills, attitude towards study, and study skills.
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit their application through the official Opintopolku portal. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of prior academic credits, a motivation letter for applicants with 55+ credits, and a personal interview or assessment of prior studies and skills.
- Completed application form
- Proof of prior academic credits (transcripts)
- Motivation letter (for applicants with 55+ credits)
- Personal interview or assessment of prior studies and skills
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