Master of Aesthetic Practices in Society Programme description

The target group for the study programme is social workers, developmental therapists, child welfare educators, nurses, physiotherapists, or occupational therapists who wish to deepen their professional knowledge in mental health, substance abuse, and addiction work.

In addition, applicants with other minimum three-year university or college education, and a minimum of one year of relevant professional experience, may qualify for admission. See admission requirements.

Admission to the programme is in accordance with the Regulations relating to Admission to Studies at OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University and regulations on ‘National guidelines for tverrfaglig videreutdanning i psykisk helse-, rus- og avhengighetsarbeid’ (the Ministry of Education and Research, 2022).

• A bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree which gives the occupational title of Social Worker, Social Educatorist, Child Wealfare Worker, Nurse, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
• For applicants with a different three-year bachelor's degree in health and social sciences, psychological sciences, public health, teacher education, educational sciences, sports sciences, or police education, a minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience is also required. Relevant professional experience is work within mental health, substance abuse, and addiction work after completing education, which must be documented in the application.

Transcript of police records

Applicants who are admitted to the programme must submit a transcript of police records, cf. the Regulations for admission to higher education, Chapter 6.

A candidate who has completed the Interdisciplinary Advanced Programme in Mental Health and Addiction has the following overall learning outcomes defined as knowledge, skills, and general competence(starred (*) outcomes also apply to the specialisation in Mental Health and Addiction in the Master's Programme in Health Sciences):

KnowledgeThe candidate has:

• in-depth knowledge of perspectives, concepts, and theories related to the description and understanding of mental health and addiction
• in-depth knowledge of communication, relationships, and interaction in prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and habilitation in mental health and addiction*
• advanced competence in mental health in different societal groups, as well as in factors that promote inclusion and participation*
• advanced knowledge of the interaction between biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors with relevance to mental health and addiction*
• advanced knowledge of scientific theories and research methods related to mental health, mental disorders, and mental health and addiction
• in-depth knowledge of how the organisation of health services can hinder or promote mental health and addiction
• in-depth knowledge of ethics, human rights, and relevant legislation within mental health and addiction

SkillsThe candidate can:

• analyse and critically reflect on theories, methods, and interpretations related to mental health and addiction
• analyse and apply theoretical knowledge of communication, relationships, and collaboration in mental health and addiction
• possess advanced skills that include ethical reflection, awareness of one's own preconceptions, as well as users' and relatives' competence*
• facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration in the practice of mental health and addiction

General Competence

The candidate can:

• analyse and reflect on ethical issues related to the profession, occupation, and research
• apply their knowledge and skills to coordinate services, lead interdisciplinary teams, and facilitate collaboration across groups, sectors, services, and agencies
• plan, implement, and evaluate measures for individuals, families, networks, and communities that promote knowledge and development related to mental health and addiction, substance abuse, and addiction work
• contribute to innovation and professional development, as well as carry out and evaluate professional development projects based on research-based, practice-based, and experience-based knowledge

Kandidaten skal utvikle avansert kompetanse i planlegging, gjennomføring og vurdering av forsknings- og utviklingsoppgaver (FoU-oppgaver) og videreutvikler profesjonell virksomhet og fagkritisk refleksjon.

Etter endt studium skal kandidaten ha spesialiserte kunnskaper, ferdigheter og kompetanse innenfor valgt studieretning: Teater og samfunn, kunst og designdidaktikk, Kunst og samfunn eller Mote og samfunn.

Etter gjennomført master i estetiske fag beskrives kandidatens kunnskaper, ferdigheter og generelle kompetanse slik:

Kunnskap

En kandidat med fullført utdanning:

• har inngående kunnskap om diskurser og problemstillinger innen eget studieretningsområde
• har inngående kunnskap om fagfeltets vitenskapsteorier, metoder og om kunst og designfagenes forskningsområde
• har kunnskap om det norske og internasjonale kunstfeltet og/eller designfeltet
• har avansert kunnskap innenfor et utvalg av det estetiske fagfeltets praksis, profesjoner og roller
• har kunnskap om og evne til å analysere ulike mangfoldsperspektiver

Ferdigheter

En kandidat med fullført utdanning:

• kan analysere, vurdere og anvende teorier, metoder og fortolkninger som er relevante for det estetiske feltet
• har praktisk estetisk kompetanse på høyt faglig nivå og kan bruke metoder for forskning og/eller kunstnerisk utviklingsarbeid på en selvstendig måte
• kan anvende og kritisk reflektere over kunnskap fra studieretningsemnet i praktisk og teoretisk problemløsning
• kan vurdere og kontekstualisere estetiske praksiser i et samfunnsperspektiv
• kan gjennomføre et selvstendig, avgrenset forsknings- eller utviklingsprosjekt under veiledning og i tråd med gjeldende forskningsetiske retningslinjer

Generell kompetanse

En kandidat med fullført utdanning:

• kan benytte tilegnet kunnskap og ferdigheter på nye områder for å gjennomføre avanserte oppgaver og prosjekter innenfor det estetiske feltet
• kan foreta etiske refleksjoner og anvende kunnskap og ferdigheter skapende og kritisk
• kan forvalte kunstfaglig og/eller designfaglig kompetanse og kulturell dannelse i ulike institusjoner
• kan bidra til nytenkning og innovasjonsprosesser innenfor institusjoner, organisasjoner og utdanning
• kan samarbeide med ulike aktører og andre personer inn mot tverrfaglige prosjekter

OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University has a significant number of agreements for teacher and student exchange with institutions in and outside of Europe. The education is represented in international networks. Students will encounter foreign guest lecturers in certain courses.Internationalisation occurs through activities at the home campus and study stays at foreign institutions. Students can apply to conduct their practical studies abroad. This should preferably be done at institutions that OsloMet - Oslo Metropolitan University collaborates with.The focus on multicultural and global issues in the study contributes to internationalisation. A separate course on migration and minorities is normally conducted entirely in English for all students. English-language literature and international research are also included in the curriculum.

You may also be offered to participate in shorter international activities, for example in the form of COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) and BIP (Blended Intensive Programs).

Coursework requirements are all types of work, tests and compulsory attendance that are requirements for being permitted to take the examination. These can be written assignments, oral presentations, compulsory attendance, guidance, and similar activities. They can be carried out individually or in groups. The coursework requirements for each course are described in the relevant course description. Course requirements are given to promote student progression and development and to ensure participation where it is deemed necessary to achieve the learning outcomes. The learning activities should contribute to in-depth learning and integration of the various knowledge areas and to reflection on one's own relational skills. They should also stimulate students to seek out and acquire new knowledge. Compulsory attendanceWhere students cannot acquire skills and knowledge through self-study, mandatory attendance is required. There is an 80 % compulsory attendance requirement for seminars, study groups, guidance groups, and simulations. Attendance in practical studies, see the chapter on practical studies.If a student exceeds the specified attendance limit for mandatory attendance, the study group supervisors and course coordinators will assess whether it is possible to compensate for the absence through oral or written individual assignments. If the absence cannot be compensated for, the student loses the right to take the examination and must retake the course. The possibility of compensation depends on the extent of the absence and the activities the student has not participated in. It is the student's responsibility to keep track of their own attendance. Approval of written course requirementsCourse requirements are assessed as approved/not approved. Normally, there are three attempts for a course requirement. Course requirements that are not approved must be improved and approved before the student can take the examination. As far as possible, the second attempt is given before the regular examination/assessment, unless otherwise stated in the course description. A third and final attempt is normally given before the new and deferred examination. Non-approved course requirements may result in delays in the education.

The assessments are carried out in accordance with the Act relating to Universities and University Colleges, the Regulations relating to Studies and Examinations, and the Guidelines for Appointment and Use of Examiners at the University. For assessment during the clinical training, please refer to the chapter on clinical training.

Assessment

The grading system in use is pass/fail or a grade scale with letter grades from A to F, where A is the highest grade, E is the poorest pass grade and F is a fail. In connection with group exams, all students in the group are awarded the same grade.

Resit and rescheduled exams Resit and rescheduled exams are carried out in the same manner as the ordinary exam unless otherwise specified in the course description. In special cases, resit and rescheduled exams in courses with group exams may be held as individual exams.

Appeals against grades

Grades awarded for written exams can be appealed. It is not possible to appeal the grades awarded for oral and practical exams. In connection with a group exam, the result of an appeal will only have consequences for the candidate(s) who submitted the appeal. The other students will keep their original grade.

Suitability assessment

The suitability assessment is a continuous overall assessment that takes place throughout the study programme. A student must be suitable for professional practice in order to receive diploma/certificate for the study programme.

If it appears that a student may pose a potential danger to the lives, physical and mental health, rights or safety of patients, clients and users during practical training or in future professional practice, it should be asked whether the student is suitable for the profession. University staff, personnel in practical training establishment, as well as students can submit a notification of doubt. The students concerned should be informed as soon as possible if such a notification of doubt has been sent. They should receive guidance and advice on how they can improve or be advised to withdraw from the programme.

https://student.oslomet.no/en/suitability-assessment

Programplan godkjent av Utdanningsutvalget HV: 7.12.2022. Sist endret av prodekan for utdanning HV, 27. februar 2024.

Bygger på forskrift om nasjonal retningslinje for tverrfaglig videreutdanning i psykisk helse-, rus- og avhengighetsarbeid https://lovdata.no/dokument/SF/forskrift/2022-03-14-387, fastsatt av Kunnskapsdepartementet 14. mars 2022.

Kvalitetssikring

Hensikten med kvalitetssikringssystemet for OsloMet er å styrke studentenes læringsutbytte og utvikling ved å heve kvaliteten i alle ledd. OsloMet ønsker å samarbeide med studentene, og deres deltakelse i kvalitetssikringsarbeidet er avgjørende. Noen overordnede mål for kvalitetssikringssystemet er:

• å sikre at utdanningsvirksomheten inkludert praksis, lærings- og studiemiljøet holder høy kvalitet
• å sikre utdanningenes relevans til yrkesfeltet
• å sikre en stadig bedre kvalitetsutvikling

For studenter innebærer dette blant annet studentevalueringer:

• emneevalueringer
• årlige studentundersøkelser felles for OsloMet

Mer informasjon om kvalitetssikringssystemet, se her.

Skikkethetsvurdering

(Gjelder studieretningene: Kunst og samfunn og Teater og samfunn)

I tråd med gjeldende regler for skikkethetsvurdering har utdanningsinstitusjonen ansvar for å vurdere om studentene er skikket for profesjonen. Studenter som viser liten evne til å mestre profesjonen rettet mot samarbeid og sårbare brukergrupper, skal så tidlig som mulig i utdanningen få vite hvordan de står i forhold til kravene om skikkethet og eventuelt få råd og veiledning til å bedre disse forholdene eller få råd om å avslutte utdanningen. Konkrete beslutninger om skikkethet kan fattes gjennom hele studiet. Løpende skikkethetsvurdering av alle studenter skal foregå gjennom hele studiet og skal inngå i en helhetsvurdering av studentens faglige, fagdidaktiske, pedagogiske og personlige forutsetninger for å kunne fungere i profesjonen. En student som utgjør en mulig fare for barn og unges fysiske og psykiske helse, rettigheter og sikkerhet, er ikke skikket for yrket.

Hvis det er begrunnet tvil om en student er skikket, skal det foretas en særskilt skikkethetsvurdering. Forvaltningslovens regler om saksbehandling kommer til anvendelse ved særskilt skikkethetsvurdering. Les forskriften i sin helhet her: http://www.lovdata.no/for/sf/kd/kd20060630-0859.html