This course is designed for international students and students at the University of Turk who are enrolled in the master’s program in social work. It encourages multinational teaching and learning.

The main objective of the course is to provide a deepened and scientific knowledge about support for young people leaving care in different countries.

The course format combines collaborative international online learning with intensive on-campus programme at the University of Turku.

The partners of the BIP have jointly developed the content and learning outcomes of the course.

Main Subjects:

        Legislation and aftercare practices in different countries

        Recent research about aftercare

        Support for especially vulnerable groups in the leaving care population

        Organization of aftercare

        Interventions and support measures in aftercare

        Relationships with biological- and foster family and other carers

        Comparative studies

The teaching language of the course is English.
  • Teacher
    Camilla Granholm