MASTER’S PROGRAMME IN SOCIOTECHNICAL SYSTEMS AND SUSTAINABILITY TRANSITIONS
Study Discipline: Social Sciences
Study Programme Details
City: Lappeenranta
Country: Finland
Admission Sessions: Autumn Session, Spring Session
Study Format: Full Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site
About this Study Course
Immerse yourself in the Master’s Programme in Sociotechnical Systems and Sustainability Transitions, where you’ll acquire the skills to dissect the social, economic, political, and technological facets of energy, water, and food-related systems. Take a leading role in steering these systems towards sustainable resource management.
Overview
As a social scientist equipped with a robust multidisciplinary foundation, you’ll cultivate knowledge and a diverse skill set. This program empowers you to scrutinize the social, economic, political, and technological dimensions of energy, water, and food-related systems. Harness this understanding to propel these systems toward resource sustainability.
Admission Requirements
- For applicants who have completed or are about to complete their Bachelor’s Degree either in Finland or in any other country worldwide
- IELTS Academic – 6.5
- TOEFL iBT – 90
- PTE Academic – 62
The Master’s Programme in Sociotechnical Systems and Sustainability Transitions is a two-year programme. It leads to the degree of Master of Social Sciences, M.Soc.Sc., which is 120 ECTS credits.
The programme includes core, advanced specialisation, language and multidisciplinary studies on critical systems of society as well as a master’s thesis.
EUR 13 500/academic year for non EU/EEA students. No tuition fees for EU/EEA students.
Future Career Outcomes
Upon graduation, you emerge as a dynamic professional equipped to lead sustainability transitions. Your expertise encompasses a profound understanding of sociotechnical systems, positioning you as a catalyst for positive change.
Visa Requirements:
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