Circular Economy Solutions
Study circular economy solutions interdisciplinary
The multidisciplinary online master's degree programme in Circular Economy Solutions prepares students to address global challenges related to sustainable development and to promote societal change. Graduates will master circular economy strategies and business models.
Both Finnish and international students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Circular economy solutions need leaders and developers
Graduates of the degree programme will be able to develop and lead circular economy practices in their workplaces, taking into account resource efficiency and global sustainability challenges.
They will also know how to develop circular economy solutions that create value in ways that put less strain on the environment.
Duration and the scope of studies vary
Engineering and design students will study a total of 60 ECTS credits of master-level studies in the degree programme, and business students study 90 ECTS credits. In complementary studies, you can focus, for example, on
- new technologies
- bio-based materials and solutions,
- the business potential of the circular economy.
The degree programme is conducted online and as a part-time learning opportunity. The courses are mainly executed by the LAB University of Applied Sciences' fields in Technology, Business and the Institute of Design and Fine Arts, in collaboration with the schools of LUT University.
Į magistro studijų programas gali stoti visi, baigę universitetą. Studijos kurias baigei turi būti panašios krypties kaip ir tos, į kurias nori stoti, kadangi priėmimas yra paremtas ECTS kreditų suderinamumu.
- Bakalauro diplomas – prie anketos prisek savo Bakalauro diplomą ir jo priedą.
SVARBU! Anglų testo sertifikatas turi būti atsiųstas kartu su stojimo anketa iki stojimo deadlino.
Anglų kalbos žinias gali patvirtinti vienu iš šių būdų:
- Turėti ne mažesnį pažymį nei 8 iš anglų kalbos brandos atestate.
- IELTS – 6.5 (ne mažiau 6.0 iš rašymo ir kalbėjimo dalių)
- TOEFL - 4.5 (ne mažiau 4 iš rašymo ir kalbėjimo dalių)
Applicants are selected from three different groups:
- Group 1, applicants with the following educational background can be selected: a Bachelor of Engineering (UAS), or a Bachelor of Science in Technology degree. The applicant must also have at least two years (24 months) of subsequent work experience in a relevant field.
- Group 2, applicants with the following educational background can be selected: a Bachelor of Design (UAS) or another appropriate higher education degree (at least a Bachelor's level). The applicant must also have at least two years (24 months) of subsequent work experience in a relevant field.
- Group 3, applicants with the following educational background can be selected: a Bachelor of Business Administration (UAS), Bachelor of Hospitality Management (UAS), or another appropriate higher education degree (at least a Bachelor's level). The applicant must also have at least two years (24 months) of subsequent work experience in a relevant field.
Work experience is only counted after the bachelor's degree has been awarded and must be proven by a work certificate. CVs are not accepted as proof of work experience on their own. Work experience gained before or during your bachelor studies cannot be counted towards the work experience minimum requirement.
The student selection is based on the points of the entrance exam course. Learning takes place on LAB University of Applied Sciences' MOOC online learning platform, which is open from 28 January to 14 March, 2027. Assignments must be submitted on the learning platform by the given deadlines. All instructions and materials related to the completion of the course can be found on the online learning platform.
Entrance exam course consists of two parts, max points 50:
- Part 1: An online exam that is based on literature and article materials. Max 20 p., min 10 p.
- Part 2: An essay based on source literature and personal experience, 5-6 pages long. Max 30 p., min 10 p.
