Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

In this course the participants will create a plan that will guide them through the Master’s programme in risk management and circular economy. The participants know the overall view of circular economy and recognize the future potential and possible risks involved with it. They understand the role of life cycle assessment (LCA) as a part of circular economy and you know the principles of carrying through an LCA. The participants know also the goals of circular economy on a local, national (e.g. Finland, EU) and global levels. The participants will use the principles of co-creation method in managing design processes, products and services in circular economy. They can justify phenomena in circular economy in critical perspective.

Content (course unit)

Circular team building and communication, Tabula platform, learning methods and planning of studies, life cycle assessment (LCA), co-creation method, goals of circular economy.

Location and time

Participation in contact teaching is mandatory. Students agree together the time and platform of group meetings. The student choose place and time for individual distant learning. Every task and assignment has deadline which must be respected. See further details from the course's Tunimoodle-page and participate actively during the course to get the best results and learning experience.

Exam schedules

There are no exams during this course, the assessment is based on the assignments.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment of the course is based on assignments.

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Recorded lectures, online meetings, group and individual assignments and tasks in Tuni-moodle virtual learning environment. LCA assignment. Contact sessions during the first intensive week. Distance learning individually and in groups.

Learning materials

All learning materials are distributed via the Tuni-moodle. It is strongly recommended for the student to find complementary learning materials and share it with the others.

Student workload

The student is expected to do an individual study plan for the course in order to be able to complete the course within the target time.

Content scheduling

The course consists of three assignments with separate deadlines. Please, see the Tunimoodle-page for further information.

Completion alternatives

There are no alternative ways to complete the course.

Practical training and working life cooperation

The student is encouraged to bring working life and personal experiences in all its forms to be shared with others.

Assessment criteria - fail (0) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has not completed the assignments in accordance with the guidelines given.

Assessment criteria - satisfactory (1-2) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has completed the assignments, but the scope and discussion concerning the topic is narrow and superficial. The participation in group assignments, workshops and web discussions is partial and not constructive.

Assessment criteria - good (3-4) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has completed the assignments and has taken into account multiple points of view on the issues showing awareness of their inter-connections. In group assignments, the student has shown openness to the ideas expressed by the other participants, but engagement has varied during the course.

Assessment criteria - excellent (5) (Not in use, Look at the Assessment criteria above)

The student has completed the tasks with obvious dedication. The student has discussed the cases analytically and constructively both in individual assignments and group discussions. The student has shown active interest and engagement throughout the course.