Master’s Degree

Why choose a Master’s Degree at Häme University of Applied Sciences?

Work-life orientation and practical approach

Master’s degrees are designed in collaboration with working life, combining the development of practical skills with strengthening theoretical knowledge. Studies often relate directly to your own work, and your thesis addresses real-life challenges or questions from the professional field. This makes the Master’s degree particularly valuable for advancing your career and reinforcing your role as an expert.

Flexible studies alongside work

Our Master programmes are designed so you can study while working. Teaching methods, such as online learning, allow you to continue your professional life without stepping away from it.

Most of our programmes are fully online, with a few offered in blended learning format. Both study formats include contact days (online or on-campus) but the amount and timing varies depending on the programme. Programmes include also independent and team-based online work. More detailed information you can find on programmes’s own websites. Master studies take 1.5–2 years, depending on whether you complete a 60 or 90 ECTS degree.

A Master’s level qualification

Master’s degree from University of Applied Sciences in Finland gives you the same eligibility as a Master’s degree from an university, and after graduation, you can apply for doctoral studies in Finland or abroad.

It qualifies you for positions requiring a higher education degree (European Qualifications Framework, EQF level 7).

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Who are master studies for?

Practical team learning and professional development

If you value flexibility, guidance, and the ability to fit studies into your life, HAMK’s Master programmes are designed for you. You’ll have support and a community to help you succeed. Team learning is a key method at HAMK – you won’t study alone.

We’ll integrate you into a group and guide you to work with professionals from different fields. Deep learning happens through interaction and collaboration.

We provide a clear and goal-oriented study path that supports your professional and personal growth.

Eligibility for Master studies

You are eligible for a Master’s degree if you have completed a relevant higher education degree and have at least two years of work experience in the field after your bachelor’s degree.

This two-year work experience requirement is not just a formality – it is the key to impactful learning. With prior work experience, you understand better where and how to apply the knowledge you gain and you can bring your own observations, questions, and development ideas into your studies, enriching both your own learning and that of others. Studying at HAMK is a dialogue between professionals – not just passive reception of information. 

Your experience allows you to bring insights, questions, and development ideas to your studies, enriching both your own and others’ learning. Studying becomes a dialogue between experts – not just passive knowledge intake.

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Why choose Master studies at HAMK?

Boost your expertise

The contents of the courses of Master’s programmes support each other, combining theory and work life-oriented practical application, including the utilization of artificial intelligence. In the learning assignments, you solve real problems at work and learn future-oriented decision-making skills. Although the assignments require commitment, scheduling and self-direction from you, they offer you flexibility and the opportunity to fit your studies into your own life.

Master’s Thesis

The Master’s thesis is a goal-oriented and research-oriented workplace development project which allows you to deepen your expertise. Our theses are directed by experienced and competent supervisors who want to support you in achieving your goals. The thesis guidance relationship is confidential, developing, and supportive.

Power of Team Learning

At HAMK Master School, we believe in the power of team learning. According to student feedback, collaborative learning is rewarding because Master students already have knowledge and skills and competence to share with each other. Courses begin with an introduction and orientation to work-life-based tasks, followed by team collaboration and instructor guidance. At the end, teams present their results and discuss them together. In courses, you also do assignments independently.

Good teamwork requires flexibility, respect, and listening skills. When each member recognizes their strengths, roles can be shared accordingly, making studying more meaningful. Master studies demand a willingness to learn and enthusiasm for continuous development.

Challenges such as scheduling and workload distribution exist, but clear rules and shared goals help achieve the best results.

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