Study Guide

Descriptions

Objectives
The themes of the Master’s Degree Programme in Sustainable Construction and Design are future-orientation, change, development and evolution. The studies are focused on the utilization of renewable materials in the built environment and the management and administration of the service process. Integration of building and design will renew the culture of construction planning.

An interest in developing your own professional skills is the best starting point for post-graduate studies. The studies can be completed on the side but a job is not a prerequisite for participation in the studies.

Master’s education is intended in experts in the field of construction or design who have completed a Bachelor's degree in the field. Depending on your previous education, the degree is either a construction engineer (Master's degree) or a designer (Master's degree).

Development

Implementation of studies and…

Study flexibly on the side

The education is organized as distance learning studies, ie you can study in parallel with work. Studies include distance teaching, independent studies and group work. The instruction includes distance education in two days a month, where presence is expected. They are scheduled for working days.

Study guidance
Xamk supports students in all matters related to their studies. Your studies are supported by Studies Coordinators, who provide guidance on issues such as study environments and study practices. The services of a Student Affairs Advisor, Student Wellbeing Advisor, Study Psychologist and student health care are also available on campuses.


BYOD - Bring Your Own Device

Xamk students are required to use their own terminal devices (e.g. laptops). More information can be found on the Xamk website.

Further information

Degree programme description
The extend of education is 60 credits (cr)

Core competencies (25 cr)
• Business in an innovative built environment 5 cr
• Green certificates in construction 5 cr
• Utilization of renewable bio-based materials in buildings 5 cr
• Conceptualization and productization of service design 5 cr
• Design thinking in sustainable construction 5 cr

Supplementary competence (5 cr)

Master’s Thesis (30 cr)

Core competency studies apply to all graduate students.

At the beginning of your studies, your personal study plan will be launched with the Studies Coordinator, which will support the progress of your studies and your professional growth. You can build your career path according to your study plan with the courses that serve your professional growth the best.

You can choose supplementary studies offered for all Master’s students, from the common multidisciplinary Master School.

Studies both in Finnish and in English are available from the following entities:
• research and development
• management and entrepreneurship
• international work environments
• information, digitalisation and networks.

You can also complete supplementary studies from other universities Master's programs. The studies may also include previously completed studies at the level of higher university degrees, if they fit the objectives of the degree to be completed. You can ask the Studies Coordinator more about the approval of previously completed studies.

Objective

RDI and cooperation…
During the Master’s education, you will get to know professionals in your own field as well as in other fields. A multidisciplinary network of experts is also useful for you after your studies. You also build important networks in development projects for working life, the most important of which is the thesis.

Learning environments
Southeast Finland University of Applied Sciences offers an excellent and versatile framework for your learning. A significant portion of your learning takes place outside the classroom. The multidisciplinary and international student community offers excellent opportunities for networking.