How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.
About this programme
Master in JMDP in Comparative Social Policy and Welfare is a master’s programme at Johannes Kepler University Linz in Linz, taught in English. It runs for 2 years (4 semesters) and carries 120 ECTS credits. The register gives Linz as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as Master of Social Sciences, MSSc. Johannes Kepler University Linz is a public university in Upper Austria.
What the register says
As a student in the joint Master's degree program in Comparative Social Policy and Welfare, you become an expert in social policy and welfare state research. The program qualifies you to independently conduct research, provide consulting services and system development in an international context.
Social science research methods: Qualitative and quantitative research methods, comparative social research
Welfare state theories: The development and differentiation of the modern welfare state
Socio-political fields: Analyze selected social policy fields (such as labor market policy, family policy, social security, pension systems, gender equality policy) from a comparative international perspective
Concepts and theories: Theories about the interaction of state, market and community in welfare production, the historical development of the modern welfare state and the role of interests, ideas and institutions in its differentiation
International aspect: Work closely with international faculty members and students to acquire international expertise and skill
Real-world experience: Complete an internship in your field of specialization and learn about theory-based reflection
DDP, Double Degree Program in collaboration with the University of Tampere (Finland) Program start date: Every two years
Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.
Before you apply
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Johannes Kepler University Linz. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entrance examination, as the register states it: No. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in JMDP in Comparative Social Policy and Welfare taught in English?
Yes. The register’s study finder lists English as the language of instruction at Johannes Kepler University Linz. Confirm the language of the examinations and the thesis with the institution.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years (4 semesters) of study and 120 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Linz as the campus town for this programme at Johannes Kepler University Linz.
How do I apply?
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here Johannes Kepler University Linz. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.
Is there an entrance examination?
The register gives: No. Details of any admission or aptitude procedure are on the programme page at Johannes Kepler University Linz.
What does it cost?
EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with Johannes Kepler University Linz.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at Johannes Kepler University Linz is linked from this page so you can compare.