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Course unit, curriculum year 2023–2024
KAS.KAY.503

Advanced theme studies in education: Socio-cultural diversity and transnational perspectives in education, 10 cr

Tampere University
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2023–22.10.2023)
Active in period 2 (23.10.2023–31.12.2023)
Active in period 3 (1.1.2024–3.3.2024)
Active in period 4 (4.3.2024–31.5.2024)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2024–31.7.2024)
Course code
KAS.KAY.503
Language of instruction
English, Finnish
Academic years
2021–2022, 2022–2023, 2023–2024
Level of study
Advanced studies
Grading scale
General scale, 0-5
Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Pauliina Alenius
Responsible teacher:
Inkeri Rissanen
Responsible organisation
Faculty of Education and Culture 100 %
Coordinating organisation
Education Studies 100 %

The course focuses on cultural, linguistic and worldview diversity in education. It examines how increasing internationalization, cross-border mobilities and diversities affect people's everyday life, learning and education. The course addresses questions of promoting social justice and equity in and through education in diverse and transnational learning spaces.

Learning outcomes
Further information
Learning material
Studies that include this course
Completion option 1

Independent study

28.08.2023 31.12.2023
Active in period 1 (1.8.2023–22.10.2023)
Active in period 2 (23.10.2023–31.12.2023)
01.01.2024 31.07.2024
Active in period 3 (1.1.2024–3.3.2024)
Active in period 4 (4.3.2024–31.5.2024)
Active in period 5 (1.6.2024–31.7.2024)