Master’s in Education: Education and Social Change – Childhood and Youth Studies
Explore how children and youth drive social transformation through this interdisciplinary English-taught master’s programme at Norway’s top education faculty.
Best for:Best for educators, policymakers, and researchers interested in youth-centred social change, with a passion for interdisciplinary analysis and international collaboration.
Overview
This international Master’s programme at the University of Oslo focuses on Education and Social Change: Childhood and Youth Studies (ESCY), examining how young people shape and experience societal shifts. Students engage in a supportive, interactive learning environment with a global cohort, blending theoretical frameworks with hands-on research. The curriculum begins with a foundational course on Norwegian education in its Nordic context before specialising in ESCY. All instruction is in English, and the programme leverages the university’s leading Faculty of Educational Sciences, renowned for its research-driven approach. Graduates gain advanced skills for careers in academia, policy, consultancy, or international organisations, with pathways to PhD studies.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced academic skills and research competencies in Education and Social Change: Childhood and Youth Studies.
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework that integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications in social change.
- Participate in interactive seminars and collaborative projects with peers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
- Conduct independent research under faculty supervision, contributing to the broader field of youth studies and social transformation.
- Explore Norwegian education systems within their Nordic and international contexts through specialised courses.
- Optionally pursue an honours certificate (20 credits) alongside the master’s programme for academically ambitious students.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Humanities, or a related field. Applicants must meet the University of Oslo’s general admission requirements for master’s programmes.
Degree offered: Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Language: English proficiency; proof of IELTS (minimum 6.0), TOEFL (minimum 90), or equivalent.
Instruction: English
- Strong academic writing and research skills in English.
- Ability to engage critically with interdisciplinary theories in education and social sciences.
- Familiarity with qualitative or mixed-methods research approaches.
- Commitment to collaborative and international learning environments.
- Open to international applicants; no nationality restrictions.
- Applicants must meet the University of Oslo’s general admission criteria for master’s programmes.
- No age restrictions, but prior academic performance and research readiness are key.
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the University of Oslo’s official portal. Required documents include a CV, transcripts, a statement of purpose, and proof of English proficiency. Letters of recommendation are optional but encouraged. The application process is handled electronically via the university’s admissions system.
- CV
- Bachelor’s degree transcripts and diploma
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent)
- Optional: Letters of recommendation
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