Four MPD students walking on the street.

Mental Health and the Welfare State: Insights from Social Statistics’ and present two unique Master’s Degree Programmes.

12.11.2024 14:00 - 15:30

>> Join the webinar  on 12th November 2024  at 2 PM – 3.30 PM Finnish time at Zoom .

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about youth mental health and how social statistics can inform effective policy-making.  In this webinar, you will hear from experts about the impact of social structures and welfare policies on youth mental health, providing valuable insights for those working in public mental health, social sciences, and public policy. Additionally, you’ll gain insight in two high quality and modern Master’s programmes.

Master’s Degree Programme in Inequalities, Interventions, and New Welfare State (MPInvest)

Led by Mirkka Danielsbacka, this programme takes a cross-disciplinary approach to understanding inequalities in society and the interventions that can improve social welfare. The focus is on:

  • Profound understanding of the key socioeconomic and demographic changes and phenomena in societies, linked with social inequalities.
  • Training students to understand and address inequalities through innovative welfare policies and social interventions.
  • A unique emphasis on quantitative research skills, which makes this programme stand out in Finland and Europe.
  • World-class education from leading social and behavioural scientists.
  • Excellent foundation for continuing studies toward a PhD

Master’s Degree Programme in Public Mental Health

Led by Mari Lahti, this programme is designed for students and professionals eager to address challenges in mental health service systems, prevention, and interventions for children, adolescents, and families on a global scale. Key features include:

  • Comprehensive training in public mental health services, prevention strategies, and interventions.
  • A strong emphasis on research methods and the opportunity to work on real-world research projects.
  • Preparation for careers in mental health advocacy, epidemiology, and healthcare administration.
  • Excellent foundation for continuing studies toward a PhD.