Promoting occupational justice in a Nordic Context

A master's level course grounded in occupational science with a specific focus on occupational justice.

1.8.2026 - 31.7.2029

10 cr

Online

Advanced professional studies

Foundations of Occupational Justice in a Nordic Context

Occupational justice and its relevance to Nordic welfare societies.
The Participatory occupational justice framework.
The relationship between occupation, well-being, and social inclusion in Nordic cultures.

Occupational Injustice in the Nordic Region

Challenges to occupational justice in highly developed welfare states.
Marginalized groups in Nordic societies: refugees, long-term unemployed, and people with disabilities.
The impact of automation and digitalization on occupational equity.

Social and Policy Frameworks for Occupational Justice

Nordic labor market policies and their effects on occupational access
The role of education, universal healthcare, and social security in enabling occupational justice.
Work-life balance, gender equality, and flexible work policies in Nordic countries.

Community and Workplace Strategies for Inclusion

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Fields

Health and welfare

Scope

10 cr

Code

KL-4-004

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

compare challenges in health and well-being for groups at risk of occupational injustice with other Nordic countries based on a co-creation approach.
critically analyze inequalities and occupational injustices in their own country in partnership with representatives for the groups at risk.
design and implement a sustainable plan for a co-created social innovation reflected through the Participatory Occupational Justice Framework to promote social inclusion.
argue for and critically evaluate their process of change agency and social value creation and its social and ethical sustainability in the Nordic context.

Arcada University of Applied Sciences

Health and well-being