Become a Master of Citizen-Centered Digital Health and Social Care (JEUDITH) in a Joint European Programme

The content of this European Joint Master's programme is taught at 3 universities in 3 different countries. You will spend the 1st semester in Austria, the 2nd semester in the Netherlands, and the 3rd semester in Finland. The 4th semester you will study in your preferred location. The integrated mobility path linking three European countries offers an unforgettable experience and a unique opportunity to build a broad professional network for your future career.

This innovative Joint Master’s Degree Programme, developed by a consortium within the European University Alliance E³UDRES², emphasises the interdisciplinary development of technology-driven innovations in the healthcare sector.

You will be equipped to lead the digital transformation of healthcare, addressing pressing challenges such as an ageing population, urbanisation, and the increasing demand for personalised (tele)care. The programme empowers you to develop and implement innovative, citizen-centered digital solutions, shaping the healthcare systems of the future.

For whom

This programme is ideal for social and healthcare professionals who are interested in the use of technology and digital solutions for the benefit of their clients and for IT and technology professionals who are interested in applying their previous knowledge in practice for the benefit of health and wellbeing.

Master's degree

 * The degree title depends on your previous degree and is either Master of Health Care, Master of Social Services, Master of Social Services and Health Care or Master of Engineering. In addition to Jamk's Master's Degree, you will also receive a diploma from the Universities of Applied Sciences of St Pölten and and Saxion, awarding the degree of Master of Sciences.

• Digital Health & Social Care Mission: You will acquire not only specialist skills in health and technology, but also competencies in interprofessional and intercultural cooperation, user-centered design, development, and evaluation.
• Design Thinking & Making: Improve your skills regarding agile project and innovation management, multimedia pitch presentation techniques in hybrid space, and scientific work and exploitation.
• Development & Frameworks: Develop digital tools and processes that enhance health and social care ecosystems, improving citizens' quality of life.
• Health & Social Care Transformation: Gain transformative skills to tackle the complexities and challenges of today’s healthcare systems.
• Sociotechnical Research Methods: You will explore qualitative and quantitative research methods with respect to human-centered data streams in connected public health.
   

This Joint Master Degree Programme goes beyond academic qualification. It provides:

• opportunities for international, interdisciplinary collaboration, teamwork, and cultural immersion
• the Digital Health & Social Care Mission within the curriculum will equip you with creative and entrepreneural skills, enabling you to turn innovative ideas into impactful solutions - from concept to implementation
• embark on a journey where academic expertise meets cutting-edge innovation

More detailed information about the curriculum and registration can be found at the St. Pölten UAS website

Job prospects

A career path with international prospects awaits you: Our European Joint Master programme Citizen-Centered Digital Health and Social Care¹ prepares you to develop innovative, people-centered solutions and equips you for strategic leadership roles in the globally evolving healthcare sector.

Future Career Fields:

• Digital Technologies
• Health Sciences
• Social Care

This programme equips you with advanced interdisciplinary skills needed for high-demand positions in the design, development, and evaluation of healthcare scenarios enhanced by digital technologies. Graduates are prepared for leadership roles where they can shape the future of healthcare systems on both local and global scales.

Requirements

The requirements for this joint master’s degree programme are:

1. completion of a bachelor’s degree in health, social sciences or digital technologies at a university of applied sciences; or
2. completion of an equivalent study programme at an accredited Austrian, Dutch, Finnish or other post-secondary educational institution with least 180 ECTS credits and a duration of at least six semesters;
3. two years of work experience

Intended start date and location

September 2026, St. Pölten, Austria