Finnish-Nordic Society and Culture
The Finnish-Nordic Society and Culture is a multidisciplinary non-degree programme that emphasizes on the dimensions of Nordic welfare society. Students who are especially interested in gender issues, law or the health care are also offered a possibility to take extra courses and extend their knowledge in this particular area.
The programme covers one academic year (September-May). This non-degree programme accepts both undergraduate and graduate students, The language of instruction and required reading material is English.
The Programme is co-ordinated by the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Turku.
Total amount of the credits is 25 for the basic module (more credits available for students who wish to take additional courses.)
Please note: Finnish credits are equal to ECTS credits.
Information on Application
Study period: Academic year 2011-2012
Previous studies: Studies in relevant field
Application deadline for academic year 2011-2012: 15 April (for the autumn semester/academic year) for applicants outside of EU and EEA countries and 31 May (for the autumn semester/academic year) for applicants in ERASMUS and other exchange programmes within EU and EEA countries.
for Spring semester 2012: 15 October (for the spring semester)
Please note: The amount of accepted visiting students is very restricted! Application deadlines are only for non-degree students.
More information about application:
Contact information:
Raija Roslakka/ Head of Academic and Student Affairs
E-mail: raija.roslakka@utu.fi
Phone: +358 2 333 5361
Maria Henninen / Study Counsellor
E-mail: opo-yht@utu.fi
Phone: +358 2 333 5038
Faculty of Social Sciences
University of Turku
FIN-20014 Turku, Finland
Fax: +358 2 333 6270
For further information about applying, please visit http://www.utu.fi/en/studying/apply/exchange_programmes.html or contact the International Office.