Master's Degree Programme in Media Education

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Master’s Degree Programme in

MEDIA EDUCATION

LAPIN YLIOPISTO UNIVERSITY OF LAPLAND For the North − For the World


STUDYING MEDIA EDUCATION AT ULAPLAND IS THE BEST CHOICE I’VE MADE SO FAR! Studying at ULapland is a unique experience. Inspiring atmosphere, practical focus, small class sizes, interactive lectures and supportive professors guarantee a great educational experience. Studying at the interface between technology and ideas gives you a broad perspective in Media Education.


Studying at ULapland makes a difference in your life and gives you confidence to build your career in the way you would like to. The knowledge and expertise gained opens career paths as an expert in a variety of fields like educational planning, administration, research, policy making and supervision, public communication or project management.

THE PROGRAMME PREPARES PEOPLE FOR ANY PROFESSION REQUIRING CRITICAL THINKING, RESEARCH AND WRITING SKILLS.


Media Education aims at developing profound media competences, literacy and multiliteracies through three themes that complement one another: 1. Media in teaching and learning You will learn how media and information and communication technology (ICT) can be used in teaching and learning in a pedagogically appropriate manner. 2. Media in society You will get acquainted with the role of media in society and the historical and philosophical foundations of critical media education. 3. Media and psychosocial well-being You will get acquainted with the roles of media in the psychosocial well-being of individuals and communities, especially from the viewpoints of emotional and cognitive processes, behaviour, identity, social relations, and communality. These themes provide you with understanding and skills in different areas where media education plays a significant role, and you will learn to search, read, and interpret current media education research. PHOTOS Iiro Rautiainen


ARCTIC ADVENTURE “ YOUR STARTS HERE! “

International atmosphere, winter cycling, the hub for Arctic research and development, cultural events, interactive studies, campfire coffee, academic freedom, Santa Claus, reindeer, cozy study environment, northern lights, museums, multidisciplinary research, nature trails, Finnish education system, wide range of student services, ice swimming, student associations, top class professors, Arctic way of life.


Master’s Degree Programme in Media Education Degree Major Subject Credits Duration of Studies Application Period Studies Begin Eligibility

Master of Arts in Education Media Education 120 ECTS 2 years (full time) December 1st 2017 – January 15th 2018 September • a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field • good command of English for academic purposes

Tuition fee for students outside EU/EEA is 8000 euros per academic year. For all fee paying students starting their studies academic year 2018−2019, there are scholarships of 2000, 4000 or 8000 euros available to cover the tuition fees.

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