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    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v)

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    Helsinki, FIMaster of Social SciencesIn-person2 yearsFinnish, English, Swedish
    18.4%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    76
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person Master of Social Sciences program based in Helsinki, FI.

    About the program

    The programme focuses on core elements of economic analysis and methods, including economic theory, econometric methods, and field courses in economics. It offers a general track and a research track preparing for doctoral studies.

    Focus: both
    QS World University Rankings: 117

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    Deadlines

    Autumn 2027
    Jan 19, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min TOEFL iBT (Internet-based) 92, a minimum score of 22 in the writing section
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Overall score 6.5, with a minimum score of 6.0 in the writing section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)

    €9,600.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki online or in-person?
    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is offered in-person.
    How long does Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki take to complete?
    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki?
    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki reports an acceptance rate of approximately 18.4%.
    How large is the Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki cohort?
    Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki typically enrolls around 76 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki?
    Post-completion work rights for Taloustiede, kandidaatti ja maisteri (3 v + 2 v) at University of Helsinki: 2 years residence permit to look for work (Finland)