STEP – Subject Teacher Education Programme in English

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STEP - Subject Teacher Education Programme in English is 60 ECTS and it is geared for both Finnish and international students.

The programme gives official qualifications for teaching in basic and upper secondary education in Finland and the STEP qualification can be recognized by other countries in the EU.

Application period for the academic year 2014/15 starts in December 2013 and ends on 28 February 2014.

If you have questions about the required documents for application, please take a look at the

STEP FAQs

as there you are likely to find answers to your questions about the application to and requirements of the programme, e.g. you need to have a prior Master's degree when applying from outside the University of Helsinki in the separate selection quota.

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STEP FAQ

STEP FAQ

Look for frequently asked questions about studying in the programme and applying to STEP from our STEP FAQ section.

You can find answers to e.g. what is the equivalency certificate (vastaavuustodistus), when to apply, where are the teaching practices completed etc.

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Degree Requirements

STEP Degree Requirements for the Academic year 2013/14

The degree requirements can be found here:

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