Changing Education

Changing Education is a two-year full-time international English-language master’s programme. The Faculty of Educational Sciences at University of Helsinki is well known for its expertise in studies on social justice and diversity in education, including sociological, cultural, psychological, philosophic, gender studies perspectives, as well as the use of educational psychology and neuroscientific insights.The Master’s programme in Changing Education is structured around three main areas:1) Education, society and culture,2) Educational psychology and neuroscience, and3) Pedagogy, educational institutions and research-based teacher education.The content of these areas is combined in a well-structured curriculum, which is meant to meet our students’ diverse interests. The programme offers research-based studies connecting theory with practice for future experts and change makers in education. Students in the programme, are offered multidisciplinary, and innovative perspectives, knowledge, and skills to analyze, develop, and influence the practices and structures of education systems, institutions, teaching, and pedagogy. A variety of courses are available, which address current themes in education at various levels of schooling.  As a graduate of this programme, you will be able to:  Understand and critically evaluate topics independently, as well as in co-operation with others  Critically and analytically evaluate and reflect on the constantly changing nature of education and society  Work ethically towards more socially just and equal policies and systems  Use methods from basic neuroscience and educational psychology to improve teaching and learning  You can find further information about the studies on the Master's programme website.