Master's Degree Programme in Rehabilitation
Master of Health Care (Physiotherapy)
Master of Health Care (Elderly Care)
Master of Health Care (Podiatry)
Master of Health Care (Midwifery)
Master of Health Care (Optometry)
Master of Health Care (Public Health Nursing)
Master of Health Care (Occupational Therapy)
Master of Health Care (Nursing)
Master of Social Services
Workplacement(s) and Work-based Learning
Internship is not included in the studies. Studies are done in cooperation with work life.
Qualification requirements and regulations
The Degree Regulations of Metropolia university of applied sciences:
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Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning
Those applying to and enrolled in a higher education institution have the opportunity to apply for recognition of prior learning and previously acquired competencies, irrespective of where or how such competence was acquired. Prior learning corresponding to tertiary level expertise may be transferred as credits towards the degree. Students are responsible for substantiating the competencies that they have acquired. The relevant practices have been described in the Degree Regulations. The guidelines apply the principle of lifelong learning.
Profile of the programme
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Occupational profiles of graduates with examples
Graduates from the Degree Programme in Rehabilitation are capable of acting in demanding rehabilitation development and management positions, which require the ability to anticipate, assess and improve knowledge within the rehabilitation field and reform practices innovatively and internationally.
Key learning outcomes
Key learning outcomes are specified in the programme study plan.
Graduation requirements
A student is required to successfully complete the designated program of courses.
Level of qualification
Master's Degree (Second Cycle)
Obligatory or Optional Mobility
Student exchange is possible at any stage of studies.
Specific admission requirements
Applicants must have an applicable higher education degree, which are:
• Orthotist – Prosthetist
• Physiotherapist
• Geriatric Nurse
• Podiatrist
• Midwife
• Optometrist
• Osteopath
• Public Health Nurse
• Occupational Therapist
• Registered Nurse
• Bachelor of Social Services
Other Finnish higher education degree that are also qualified:
bachelors or masters in education, medicine, psychology, health sciences, health care or social sciences with diploma level education in one of the above mentioned social or health care professions.