I don't have real experience of working in labs or research teams. But in one stage of my life I did assist projects and live with young researchers and some of their professors. I learned about the competition in the academics and the struggles for getting funding for projects and managing them. Management skills become very useful at least for the leaders. I remember a discussion with a Asian student, who was so sure she wouldn't need Finnish skills. She already knew half a dozen languages and was sure to manage without adding Finnish to the list.
We have heard stories of doctoral researchers spending more time on funding applications than on their actual research. This significantly delays their progress, often extending their graduation time to seven years or more. Clearly, the struggle and financial pressure are still very much present today.
@@couple_of_expats My understanding is that applying for funding is a different art form when you need to ride different trends and dress up your research as if the latest fashionable topics and possible application areas would be relevant.
Edit: I did find the answer to my question from legislation: "Vieraskieliset tutkinnot Yliopistolain 9 §:n 3 momentin mukaisesta muulla kuin suomen tai ruotsin kielellä suoritetusta tutkinnosta annetaan asetuksen liitteessä olevan suomen- tai ruotsinkielisen tutkintonimikkeen lisäksi liitteessä mainittu englanninkielinen tutkintonimike." So it seems based on the above that in this situation also a English degree name is added to the Finnish and Swedish names --- In have a question Different countries have their own traditions of giving degree names to the final degrees. Also the official names of the degrees tend to use the official languages of each country or the educational institution. These names can be translated into other language but then there is the problem of having different naming traditions in different countries. There seems to be some differences even within English speaking countries. Finally my question: Do the faculties is Finnish universities give degrees including the highest degree using foreign terminology or are you talking about degrees, which can be translated into foreign languages like PhD in English speaking countries? There is a Wikipedia article, perhaps outdated, where: Tällä hetkellä Suomessa voi suorittaa seuraavat tohtorintutkinnot: elintarviketieteiden tohtori (ETT) eläinlääketieteen tohtori (ELT) farmasian tohtori (FaT) filosofian tohtori (FT) hallintotieteiden tohtori (HT) hammaslääketieteen tohtori (HLT) kasvatustieteen tohtori (KT) kauppatieteiden tohtori (KTT) kuvataiteen tohtori (KuT) liikuntatieteiden tohtori (LitT) lääketieteen tohtori (LT) maatalous- ja metsätieteiden tohtori (MMT) musiikin tohtori (MuT) oikeustieteen tohtori (OTT) psykologian tohtori (PsT) sotatieteiden tohtori (ST) taiteen tohtori (TaT) tanssitaiteen tohtori teatteritaiteen tohtori (TeT) tekniikan tohtori (TkT) teologian tohtori (TT) terveystieteiden tohtori (TtT) valtiotieteiden tohtori (VTT) yhteiskuntatieteiden tohtori (YTT).
Another interesting point is about master's degrees. If one person has a Master of Arts and another has a Master of Science degree, both are called "Filosofian maisteri" in Finnish, even though the fields are completely different.
@@couple_of_expats I don't really know, but the nature of Arts among academics or higher education in general is exceptional, different from other fields in several ways. The terminology can be somewhat understood by the intention to add prestige to the highest education and degrees in Arts. T
Hello, your video has been helpful. What does securing a supervisor agreement mean for the outcome of an application? Does it guarantee getting accepted for the program? Or it just merely up your chances? Thank youu
Unfortunately, no, securing a supervisor agreement doesn’t guarantee acceptance into a PhD programme. However, it does improve your chances since it shows that you’re proactive and have a good understanding of academia and how research projects might work.
FYI: Research at the Department of Teacher Education In our research, we look at education across the life course and different forms of education. Dialogue between research and practice is important to us, as is an orientation towards the education and training of the future. Research at the department is related to teacher training and the development of teaching at different levels. Key themes in a number of studies include improving the quality of teacher education, supporting teachers' professional development, the impact of education policy on teaching, learning strategies and learning environments, and inclusive education. Research focuses on five research areas, which are shared with the Department of Education. Research areas: Learning, learning difficulties and affecting factors A strong multidisciplinary line of research on learning and learning disabilities aims to identify and understand the factors that shape learning and how they interact at individual and group level. Education, teaching and interventions Research on education, teaching and interventions focuses on the research-based development of teaching, education and training practices and the identification and development of teaching and guidance interaction practices that support inclusion, learning Learning at work and well-being Multidisciplinary and multi-method research in the area focuses on changes in working environments and ways of doing things. Childhood and family Research of childhood and family focuses on the growth and development of children, the everyday life of families and current phenomena affecting parenting. Interactive and technologically enhanced learning environments Research on interactive and technology-enhanced learning environments focuses on the study of learning, teaching and interaction processes in technological environments.
Finland is not one educational institution with one philosophy of education. It's a country where there are some standards set by legislation and a central Agency for Education managing public funding and standards including national curriculum. There is obligatory free education using that curriculum. But there is no obligation attending schools or using one philosophy of education. The State doesn't own schools or directly manage them. Educational institutions have significant independence. Teachers also have their own freedom within their own curriculums. They are expected to be well trained professionals who can and must make their own decisions and have their own philosophy directing their thinking.
You could start learning about this topic by reading about one of the institutions where teachers get their education and research in the field of education is conducted. Get to know the Department of Teacher Education The roots of the University of Jyväskylä go back to 1863 and the first Finnish-language teacher training seminar. Our teacher education emphases the values of active citizenship, social equality, inclusive education and an understanding of multiculturalism. Comprehensive and research-based teacher education is one of the strengths of the University of Jyväskylä. Our research is multidisciplinary, applied and theoretical. Our research focuses on the processes of learning, teaching and guidance, on teaching and guidance, and on the future of schools and learning environments.
Pursuing a PhD in Finland is not exactly "free." It typically requires 3-4 years (or more) of dedicated, hard work, much like a full-time job. Unlike Bachelor's or Master's programs, PhD studies don't have yearly tuition fees. Instead, students often aim to secure funded PhD positions, which come with a salary, reflecting the full-time nature of the work. For those in unpaid PhD positions, securing external funding is essential to cover living expenses and continue their research.
Thank you dears for your pertinent information for all individuals seeking scholarship opportunities in Finland. To come to my issue, I am a Lecturer of Biotechnology (MSc. Industrial Biotechnology) at Hawassa University, Ethiopia since 2018 to present. Frankly speaking I am a person with a physical disability and currently I am seeking a PhD scholarship opportunity in the area of Industrial and/or Environmental Biotechnology in Finland and/or any any Nordic country and I thought that you may have a good information for any foundation that are dedicated to support for a person like me. So, would you connect me please? Thanks in advance!
Hi there! Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your story. We're glad you found the information helpful. Regarding your search for a PhD scholarship, you could first identify universities in Finland and the Nordic countries that offer programmes in industrial and/or environmental biotechnology. Look for those that align best with your expertise and interests. Once you find potential universities, explore the specific programmes they offer. Review the curriculum, faculty, and research opportunities to ensure they match your goals. After that you can reach out to the admissions or international office of the universities you are interested in. They can provide detailed information about available scholarships and support services, especially for students with disabilities. If possible, try to connect with professors whose research aligns with your interests. While professors are often busy and receive 100+ emails daily, having a prior connection or a well-crafted, concise email can increase the chances of a response. Good luck!
"dedicated to support for a person like me" You had included in your description of yourself "a person with physical disability" Are you asking about support for disability and not just based on your field? It is the responsibility of the university to make the necessary reasonable adjustments in accordance with the individual needs of students with disabilities. The Finnish Association of People with Physical Disabilities engages in advocacy and service provision for people with physical disabilities or functional impairments. We are the voice of the people with physical disabilities in Finland. The focus of our advocacy work is to make Finland more equal and accessible for all. We support our member associations, inform the public about disabilities, and provide assistance to disabled people at different stages of their lives. The Association has 143 member associations, which have a total of 23 000 individual members. For it's members they have services: Organised Activities self-management courses guidance on services for the disabled and legal advice training, courses, summer camps, events and peer support There are also other activities connected with the association including assisted housing etc.
Finland is a country where there is coordination and planning by the Finnish National Agency for Education (EDUFI). Please read more from the website. There has been STEAM type or labeled projects and material at least from 2018. Each educational institution, study program and class teacher will then make their own more detailed choices and plans within the framework from EDUFI. STEAM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) has some role in all that though foreign terminology like STEAM is not always mentioned.
I know my resistance is futile, but I do prefer Doctoral Programs and degrees instead of PhD. I would leave Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) to where it belongs. I find honoring other fields relevant and would push Philosophy in everything. Finnish terminology of these degrees doesn't have this confusion giving each field of study more respect.
This comment reminded us of a news piece from the University of Turku back in 2022, where they decided to replace the title "doctoral candidate" with "doctoral researcher." www.utu.fi/fi/ajankohtaista/uutinen/tohtorikoulutettavia-kutsutaan-jatkossa-vaitoskirjatutkijoiksi
@@couple_of_expats It's a good example where they changed the use of Finnish terminology, which translated into English doesn't make much sense. Clearly something is lost in the translation. " yliopistossa luovutaan tohtorikoulutettava-termistä ja se korvataan väitöskirjatutkija-termillä".
You should start by finding a university that offers a fully funded PhD program in Marketing and then apply. That is the only way you will get an answer to your question. However, as discussed in the video, the process is challenging and very competitive, so you should begin preparing all the necessary documentation well in advance.
@@couple_of_expats It's definitely good to underline that the application process to a doctorial study program and all else around it is much different from the lower level admissions. Also the difference between being a student in some field and becoming a researcher in the field and even advancing the field by your more or less independent work, though you rarely advance anything working alone, is worth the emphasis. This all is somewhat field specific, with exceptions like Arts.
I don't have real experience of working in labs or research teams. But in one stage of my life I did assist projects and live with young researchers and some of their professors.
I learned about the competition in the academics and the struggles for getting funding for projects and managing them. Management skills become very useful at least for the leaders.
I remember a discussion with a Asian student, who was so sure she wouldn't need Finnish skills. She already knew half a dozen languages and was sure to manage without adding Finnish to the list.
We have heard stories of doctoral researchers spending more time on funding applications than on their actual research. This significantly delays their progress, often extending their graduation time to seven years or more. Clearly, the struggle and financial pressure are still very much present today.
@@couple_of_expats
My understanding is that applying for funding is a different art form when you need to ride different trends and dress up your research as if the latest fashionable topics and possible application areas would be relevant.
please video on master in Finland especially in data science ai
Thank you for the suggestion! We will try to find a guest speaker and cover this topic in one of our upcoming videos.
Edit:
I did find the answer to my question from legislation:
"Vieraskieliset tutkinnot
Yliopistolain 9 §:n 3 momentin mukaisesta muulla kuin suomen tai ruotsin kielellä suoritetusta tutkinnosta annetaan asetuksen liitteessä olevan suomen- tai ruotsinkielisen tutkintonimikkeen lisäksi liitteessä mainittu englanninkielinen tutkintonimike."
So it seems based on the above that in this situation also a English degree name is added to the Finnish and Swedish names
---
In have a question
Different countries have their own traditions of giving degree names to the final degrees. Also the official names of the degrees tend to use the official languages of each country or the educational institution. These names can be translated into other language but then there is the problem of having different naming traditions in different countries. There seems to be some differences even within English speaking countries.
Finally my question: Do the faculties is Finnish universities give degrees including the highest degree using foreign terminology or are you talking about degrees, which can be translated into foreign languages like PhD in English speaking countries?
There is a Wikipedia article, perhaps outdated, where:
Tällä hetkellä Suomessa voi suorittaa seuraavat tohtorintutkinnot:
elintarviketieteiden tohtori (ETT)
eläinlääketieteen tohtori (ELT)
farmasian tohtori (FaT)
filosofian tohtori (FT)
hallintotieteiden tohtori (HT)
hammaslääketieteen tohtori (HLT)
kasvatustieteen tohtori (KT)
kauppatieteiden tohtori (KTT)
kuvataiteen tohtori (KuT)
liikuntatieteiden tohtori (LitT)
lääketieteen tohtori (LT)
maatalous- ja metsätieteiden tohtori (MMT)
musiikin tohtori (MuT)
oikeustieteen tohtori (OTT)
psykologian tohtori (PsT)
sotatieteiden tohtori (ST)
taiteen tohtori (TaT)
tanssitaiteen tohtori
teatteritaiteen tohtori (TeT)
tekniikan tohtori (TkT)
teologian tohtori (TT)
terveystieteiden tohtori (TtT)
valtiotieteiden tohtori (VTT)
yhteiskuntatieteiden tohtori (YTT).
Another interesting point is about master's degrees. If one person has a Master of Arts and another has a Master of Science degree, both are called "Filosofian maisteri" in Finnish, even though the fields are completely different.
@@couple_of_expats
I don't really know, but the nature of Arts among academics or higher education in general is exceptional, different from other fields in several ways.
The terminology can be somewhat understood by the intention to add prestige to the highest education and degrees in Arts.
T
Hello, your video has been helpful. What does securing a supervisor agreement mean for the outcome of an application? Does it guarantee getting accepted for the program? Or it just merely up your chances?
Thank youu
Unfortunately, no, securing a supervisor agreement doesn’t guarantee acceptance into a PhD programme. However, it does improve your chances since it shows that you’re proactive and have a good understanding of academia and how research projects might work.
I am looking for Superver in Educational technology,Camparative and International Education,Educational leadership and policy studies
FYI:
Research at the Department of Teacher Education
In our research, we look at education across the life course and different forms of education. Dialogue between research and practice is important to us, as is an orientation towards the education and training of the future.
Research at the department is related to teacher training and the development of teaching at different levels. Key themes in a number of studies include improving the quality of teacher education, supporting teachers' professional development, the impact of education policy on teaching, learning strategies and learning environments, and inclusive education.
Research focuses on five research areas, which are shared with the Department of Education.
Research areas:
Learning, learning difficulties and affecting factors
A strong multidisciplinary line of research on learning and learning disabilities aims to identify and understand the factors that shape learning and how they interact at individual and group level.
Education, teaching and interventions
Research on education, teaching and interventions focuses on the research-based development of teaching, education and training practices and the identification and development of teaching and guidance interaction practices that support inclusion, learning
Learning at work and well-being
Multidisciplinary and multi-method research in the area focuses on changes in working environments and ways of doing things.
Childhood and family
Research of childhood and family focuses on the growth and development of children, the everyday life of families and current phenomena affecting parenting.
Interactive and technologically enhanced learning environments
Research on interactive and technology-enhanced learning environments focuses on the study of learning, teaching and interaction processes in technological environments.
You can explore the available study programmes offered by different Finnish higher education institutions here:
opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/
History and philosophy of Education.
Finland is not one educational institution with one philosophy of education.
It's a country where there are some standards set by legislation and a central Agency for Education managing public funding and standards including national curriculum.
There is obligatory free education using that curriculum.
But there is no obligation attending schools or using one philosophy of education. The State doesn't own schools or directly manage them.
Educational institutions have significant independence.
Teachers also have their own freedom within their own curriculums.
They are expected to be well trained professionals who can and must make their own decisions and have their own philosophy directing their thinking.
You could start learning about this topic by reading about one of the institutions where teachers get their education and research in the field of education is conducted.
Get to know the Department of Teacher Education
The roots of the University of Jyväskylä go back to 1863 and the first Finnish-language teacher training seminar. Our teacher education emphases the values of active citizenship, social equality, inclusive education and an understanding of multiculturalism.
Comprehensive and research-based teacher education is one of the strengths of the University of Jyväskylä. Our research is multidisciplinary, applied and theoretical. Our research focuses on the processes of learning, teaching and guidance, on teaching and guidance, and on the future of schools and learning environments.
So PhD is free in finland? Y do we need a scholarship for ?
Please elaborate what is funding meant in.phd in finland
Pursuing a PhD in Finland is not exactly "free." It typically requires 3-4 years (or more) of dedicated, hard work, much like a full-time job.
Unlike Bachelor's or Master's programs, PhD studies don't have yearly tuition fees. Instead, students often aim to secure funded PhD positions, which come with a salary, reflecting the full-time nature of the work. For those in unpaid PhD positions, securing external funding is essential to cover living expenses and continue their research.
Thank you dears for your pertinent information for all individuals seeking scholarship opportunities in Finland. To come to my issue, I am a Lecturer of Biotechnology (MSc. Industrial Biotechnology) at Hawassa University, Ethiopia since 2018 to present. Frankly speaking I am a person with a physical disability and currently I am seeking a PhD scholarship opportunity in the area of Industrial and/or Environmental Biotechnology in Finland and/or any any Nordic country and I thought that you may have a good information for any foundation that are dedicated to support for a person like me. So, would you connect me please? Thanks in advance!
Hi there! Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your story. We're glad you found the information helpful.
Regarding your search for a PhD scholarship, you could first identify universities in Finland and the Nordic countries that offer programmes in industrial and/or environmental biotechnology. Look for those that align best with your expertise and interests. Once you find potential universities, explore the specific programmes they offer. Review the curriculum, faculty, and research opportunities to ensure they match your goals. After that you can reach out to the admissions or international office of the universities you are interested in. They can provide detailed information about available scholarships and support services, especially for students with disabilities. If possible, try to connect with professors whose research aligns with your interests. While professors are often busy and receive 100+ emails daily, having a prior connection or a well-crafted, concise email can increase the chances of a response. Good luck!
You can also explore these websites for example:
1. saatiotrahastot.fi/en/frontpage/
2. www.aka.fi/en/
@@couple_of_expats Thank you for your information once again!
"dedicated to support for a person like me"
You had included in your description of yourself "a person with physical disability"
Are you asking about support for disability and not just based on your field?
It is the responsibility of the university to make the necessary reasonable adjustments in accordance with the individual needs of students with disabilities.
The Finnish Association of People with Physical Disabilities engages in advocacy and service provision for people with physical disabilities or functional impairments.
We are the voice of the people with physical disabilities in Finland. The focus of our advocacy work is to make Finland more equal and accessible for all. We support our member associations, inform the public about disabilities, and provide assistance to disabled people at different stages of their lives.
The Association has 143 member associations, which have a total of 23 000 individual members.
For it's members they have services:
Organised Activities
self-management courses
guidance on services for the disabled and legal advice
training, courses, summer camps, events and peer support
There are also other activities connected with the association including assisted housing etc.
DO Finland teach STEAM
Finland is a country where there is coordination and planning by the Finnish National Agency for Education (EDUFI). Please read more from the website.
There has been STEAM type or labeled projects and material at least from 2018.
Each educational institution, study program and class teacher will then make their own more detailed choices and plans within the framework from EDUFI.
STEAM ( Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics) has some role in all that though foreign terminology like STEAM is not always mentioned.
I know my resistance is futile, but I do prefer Doctoral Programs and degrees instead of PhD.
I would leave Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) to where it belongs. I find honoring other fields relevant and would push Philosophy in everything.
Finnish terminology of these degrees doesn't have this confusion giving each field of study more respect.
This comment reminded us of a news piece from the University of Turku back in 2022, where they decided to replace the title "doctoral candidate" with "doctoral researcher."
www.utu.fi/fi/ajankohtaista/uutinen/tohtorikoulutettavia-kutsutaan-jatkossa-vaitoskirjatutkijoiksi
@@couple_of_expats
It's a good example where they changed the use of Finnish terminology, which translated into English doesn't make much sense.
Clearly something is lost in the translation.
" yliopistossa luovutaan tohtorikoulutettava-termistä ja se korvataan väitöskirjatutkija-termillä".
Can I get admission in PhD Marketing fully funded?
If you can get admitted or get "fully funded" - what ever you include in it - can only be known by applying.
Thanks @@just42tube
You should start by finding a university that offers a fully funded PhD program in Marketing and then apply. That is the only way you will get an answer to your question. However, as discussed in the video, the process is challenging and very competitive, so you should begin preparing all the necessary documentation well in advance.
@@couple_of_expats
It's definitely good to underline that the application process to a doctorial study program and all else around it is much different from the lower level admissions.
Also the difference between being a student in some field and becoming a researcher in the field and even advancing the field by your more or less independent work, though you rarely advance anything working alone, is worth the emphasis. This all is somewhat field specific, with exceptions like Arts.