Learning outcomes
The Master´s Degree Programme in Health Sciences is offered by the Tampere School of Public Health and the Medical School. The programme takes an interdisciplinary approach to health issues from a global and public health perspective and utilises both traditional and problem based approaches to learning.
The curriculum is designed to provide the students with specialized knowledge of health, health care resources and the general themes and special features of national and international health care systems.
There are two options for major subject areas: Public health and International health.
Content
Content of the Master´s Degree Programme:
Compulsory general studies, 15 ECTS
Compulsory studies in the major subject area, 15 ECTS
Elective studies in public health or international health, 35-40 ECTS
Master’s thesis and related compulsory research studies, 40 ECTS
Elective research studies, 5-10 ECTS
Elective studies, 10 ECTS
Further information
The program observes the standing regulations of the University of Tampere.
Master's Degree Programme in Health Sciences (International health)
Compulsory general studies 18 ECTS
Compulsory studies in international health 15 ECTS
Advanced Studies in International Health 105 op
Elective studies in public health or international health 35–40 ECTS
Master´s thesis and related compulsory research studies 40 ECTS
Elective research studies 5–10 ECTS