Program description
Intercultural Teacher Education
The Intercultural Teacher Education Program (3+2 years) at the University of Oulu is the only English-taught teacher education Program of its kind in Finland. The Program is oriented towards primary teacher education. It provides competences for international educational tasks with the focus on education, globalization, diversity, and ethics.
Program content
Study contents:
- orientation, language and communication studies
- major studies in education
- multidisciplinary studies in subjects taught in basic education
- pedagogical studies
Scholarships & funding
The University of Oulu International Scholarship Scheme provides scholarships to academically talented international students studying for a Master’s degree in the University of Oulu two-year International Master’s Programs or five -year Intercultural Teacher Education Program. The scholarships will be granted in the form of a tuition fee waiver covering 50% or 75% of the full tuition fee.
For more information, please visit the university website.
Tuition fees
Full Tuition fee for Non-EU student is 13000 / year
Full Tuition fee for EU student is free
Career opportunities
Possible professions and duties after the degree:
- primary teacher
- project leader
- researcher
- education planner
- education expert
About this institute
University of Oulu
At the University of Oulu, we produce new science-based solutions, and train future pioneers to build a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world. We are located close to the Arctic region, humanity’s new frontier. We promote learning and carry out...
Why study at University of Oulu
- At the University of Oulu, we promote learning and carry out research that pushes the boundaries of the known.
- We produce new scientific information and science-based solutions, and train future pioneers to build a more sustainable, intelligent and humane world.
- We are committed to promoting the UN’s goals of sustainable development with our research and education.
- Our university’s global impact is based on scientific breakthroughs, new technology and world-class innovations. Our 60,000 alumni are participating in society as well-educated citizens and employees around the world.
