Master's Programme in Urban Studies and Planning, Master of Science/Master of Social Sciences/Master of Arts is a Masters program taught at University of Helsinki, Finland. Intake: Autumn. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.
The Master’s Programme in Urban Studies and Planning is a two-year interdisciplinary programme at the University of Helsinki and Aalto University. It combines theoretical, historical and conceptual knowledge with methods, skills and experience for understanding urban phenomena and urban development challenges.
The curriculum has compulsory and optional studies. Compulsory studies include knowledge of urban processes and social worlds, digital representation, analysis and communication, academic research methods, a master’s seminar, a master’s thesis and a maturity test. Studio and field courses focus on a selected urban challenge theme in concrete urban projects and planning contexts. Optional courses can be taken at the University of Helsinki, Aalto University, other Finnish universities, through exchange abroad, or through an internship.
The University of Helsinki admission track is for students aiming for a Master of Science, Master of Arts or Master of Social Sciences degree. The programme prepares students for professional roles in urban development.
The minimum requirements for admission in Master's Programme in Urban Studies and Planning, Master of Science/Master of Social Sciences/Master of Arts at University of Helsinki for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
The applicant’s previous studies are evaluated on how well they suit research-oriented studies and the writing of a master’s thesis required at the end of the programme.
Please check detail of study units at https://opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/koulutus/1.2.246.562.13.00000000000000000558
6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Finland. See Finland scholarships.