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PhD in Social Sciences

4 Years On Campus Phd Program

University of Helsinki

Program Overview

During their doctoral studies, students enhance their identity as independent researchers and experts. The discipline-specific competence generated during the doctoral programme includes an in-depth understanding of the nature of the relevant disciplines, command of any key theories, concepts and research methods, knowledge of the relationship between theory and practice, the practical applicability of knowledge, as well as the ability to generate new scientific knowledge. All doctoral research should aim to push the boundaries of existing knowledge and, whenever possible, to provide the knowledge and concepts that shape the future of their disciplines, which can include the development of new disciplines and merger of existing ones. PhD research within the Doctoral Program in the Social Sciences can range from being entirely qualitative or conceptual to being fully quantitative or descriptive.

Program Key Stats




17 %

Eligibility Criteria


92
158
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6.5
92

Additional Information & Requirements

If you have completed or are completing your degree, an official transcript of records must be submitted to the Admissions Services of the University of Helsinki by the awarding institution, IELTS of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in the writing section, TOEFL IBT 92, a minimum score of 22 in the writing section, TOEFL PBT 580.

Career Options

  • Graduates of the doctoral program in the social sciences gain employment in a wide range of sectors
  • and most particularly in jobs that require communication skills; analytical skills; understanding of social engagement and interaction; the handling of social problems; human resources; and understanding of people across differences
  • Graduates of the program are subsequently employed as researchers
  • teachers and higher level administrators within the university and higher education sector; as analysts
  • researchers
  • advisors
  • policy developers and managers within the public sector; in a range of posts within NGOs
  • including analysis
  • research
  • policy development
  • management and advice; and in the commercial sectors
  • graduates gain posts in media and communications
  • human resources
  • analysis and research
  • market and policy development
  • international relations

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