Degree Programme in Social Services
Degree: Bachelor of Social Services
Duration and scope of studies: 3.5 years, 210 credits
The goal of the degree programme is to train professionals for social services, especially for community work and social protection. A Bachelors of Social Services is prepared to understand, counsel and support clients of different ages in different situations of life. They have a broad view of the society, an ability to develop work and social services, and to work in networks.
The education provides students with proficiency in client-oriented work, as well as in development, planning, guidance and supervision. Bachelors of Social Services are employed mainly by the public administration, municipalities as well as private or third sector organisations.
The language of instruction is English and the programme is open for students from Finland and other countries. The programme has an international perspective and it aims at strengthening student’s intercultural competences to work in diverse professional tasks in the social field, both in Finland and in international environments.
New students starting their studies in autumn 2010 will get portable computers for their use during their studies.
Entrance examination
There will be an entrance examination for the Degree Programme in Social Services.
Applying
Applications are submitted in January and February through the joint application system in Finland. For the 2010 intake there is an additional application period which comes to an end on the 5th of August, 2010.
Further information
Department
Health Care and Social Services
Valtakatu 22
FI-94100 KEMI
FINLAND
Tel. +358 (0)10 383 50 (exchange)
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