Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

The student will be able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English in their chosen field. The student will enhance their proficiency in the English language and their ability to utilize English-language materials in their area of interest within higher education studies.

Content (course unit)

In this course, fundamental structures of the English language will be reviewed, and professional oral and written communication situations will be practiced. The course aims to teach clear and effective verbal communication and the ability to write consistently and clearly in texts typical of their field of study. The course also aims to boost students' confidence in using English and improve their foreign language study techniques, such as reading professional texts and vocabulary acquisition.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

You have completed all the required course assignments within the scheduled time frame. Your written and spoken English is moderately fluent and clear, and you are able to convey your thoughts fairly successfully and in appropriate style most of the time. 

You have worked actively and in a self-directed manner on the given assignments throughout the course. You are aware of your starting level and have developed your English skills accordingly during the course. You are able to utilise dictionaries and various other language learning tools. 

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student knows basic aspects of studying and working in one’s field of interest in the Finnish language. The student familiarizes oneself with the media and current themes in the field. The student can use a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student knows how to deepen his/her written and oral Finnish language skills required in higher education studies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we focus on developing Finnish language skills through various oral and written exercises. The module covers grammar structures and text production, practices understanding specialized texts and related vocabulary. If necessary, basic grammar rules are reviewed, and tools for independently improving Finnish language skills are provided to the student. In the module, students also research information related to their field of interest and become acquainted with it.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes and can use the concepts related to their field of interest with support. The student can communicate in the Finnish language and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student understands what they need to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can use the concepts related to their field of interest and apply them in practice. The student can communicate effectively in the Finnish language, organize their own knowledge, and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student uses concepts related to their field of interest and comprehends the bigger picture. The student employs a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with oral communication situations in higher education studies and can act in them comprehensibly and appropriately. The student is acquainted with the means of verbal and non-verbal communication as well as the characteristics of Finnish communication culture. The student can deliver a prepared presentation related to their field, provide constructive feedback, and participate in group communication situations. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1-B1.2.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we delve into Finnish communication culture as well as the characteristics of verbal and non-verbal communication. We strengthen the linguistic expression needed in higher education studies, including the diverse and situationally appropriate use of structures and vocabulary. The module includes practicing various group communication situations and integrating their own input into discussions. Students will prepare and deliver oral presentations and practice giving feedback and written reporting.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes means of verbal and non-verbal communication and is familiar with the basics of Finnish communication culture. The student can communicate in Finnish and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can deliver a prepared presentation in Finnish and can provide feedback. The student is well-versed in means of verbal and non-verbal communication as well as Finnish communication culture. The student can organize their own proficiency in the Finnish language and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student can deliver an excellent presentation and provide constructive feedback in Finnish. The student is familiar with and can use various communication methods and understands and analyzes Finnish communication culture. The student uses a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for one’s own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with the characteristics of text genres required in higher education studies and can write a clear and structured text. The student understands the requirements of academic style writing and can analyze, integrate, and summarize information from various sources. The student has a broad vocabulary related to their target field and is aware of the admission process for degree studies in the chosen field. The student can describe his/her own skills and competencies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.2-B2.

Content (course unit)

The student develops their written expression, argumentation skills, and the necessary vocabulary for higher education studies. In this study module, we practice writing text genres required in higher education studies, as well as information retrieval and source criticism. We also delve into more advanced structures of the Finnish language. The student becomes familiar with the selection process in their chosen field.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student understands the principles of summarizing and argumentation. The student has expanded the vocabulary related to the field of interest and can communicate in Finnish within their own domain. The student requires significant support in writing articles and citing sources. The student recognizes complex Finnish language structures. The student understands what he/she needs to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can summarize and argue in Finnish within their own field. The student can write articles with relative independence and use source citations. The student can use complex Finnish language structures with support. The student can organize the proficiency in the Finnish language and use the language actively and proactively. The student has actively participated in the group and performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student can analyze, summarize, and argue in Finnish within their own field, using an extensive vocabulary. The student can write articles and use source citations independently. The student actively and diversely uses complex Finnish language structures and an extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze and utilize complex Finnish language structures. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for one’s own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student will successfully perform basic arithmetic operations with real numbers, with a particular focus on percentage calculations. The student will solve both word problems and numerical mathematical problems and equations. The student will be familiar with the basics of statistical mathematics and will be able to define the most common statistical parameters.

Content (course unit)

In this course, fundamental mathematical concepts will be reviewed and deepened, with a focus on percentage calculations, equations, and statistical mathematics. During the course, students will become acquainted with the efficient use of Excel for mathematical purposes.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student can handle practical (everyday) percentage calculations. The student can understand the use of parentheses and calculation order in mathematical expressions. The student can solve simple (1st degree and linear) equations. The student is familiar with common statistical parameters.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition to the previous level, the student can identify different types of percentage calculations and apply this knowledge to solve basic problems. The student generally processes expressions correctly. The student can form an equation from a relatively simple word problem and solve it. The student can calculate typical statistical parameters.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition to the previous levels, the student can create expressions for more challenging percentage calculations. Handling expressions and equations is smooth and nearly error-free. The student demonstrates a strong understanding and independent thinking, even in more complex applied tasks.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student identifies their own strengths and resources in academic planning. The student knows what Finnish language skills and study and digital skills are required in higher education studies. The student recognizes development needs in these skills in their own case and knows how to communicate them. The student is familiar with digital environments in education and can operate in them. The student knows how to use cloud services for processing and sharing information. The student can identify key points from various texts related to higher education and make notes from them. The student can understand and record key points from spoken language as well. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we will explore the Finnish higher education system and universities as learning environments. We will pay attention to our own strengths and resources in our studies and create a personal study plan. During the study module, we will become familiar with various digital tools and study and note-taking techniques. In Finnish language studies, our focus will be on vocabulary related to higher education and practicing notetaking and information retrieval. We will cover the basics of information retrieval skills and criticism of sources.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student identifies and can use the concepts related to the course topic with support. The student understands what one needs to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can use the concepts related to the course topic effectively and apply them in practice. The student can assess their own proficiency in Finnish language and digital skills. The student has actively contributed to the group and performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has an excellent understanding of the concepts related to the course topic and can apply their learning in practice. The student can analyze matters related to the course topic as well as their own proficiency and development. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Location and time

Contact teaching, online teaching, exact schedule in Moodle

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Contact and online teaching, group work, independent work

Learning materials

in Moodle

Student workload

5 credit, 135 hours
Class + independent and group work

Completion alternatives

-

Practical training and working life cooperation

-

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with the characteristics of text genres required in higher education studies and can write a clear and structured text. The student understands the requirements of academic style writing and can analyze, integrate, and summarize information from various sources. The student has a broad vocabulary related to their target field and is aware of the admission process for degree studies in the chosen field. The student can describe his/her own skills and competencies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.2-B2.

Content (course unit)

The student develops their written expression, argumentation skills, and the necessary vocabulary for higher education studies. In this study module, we practice writing text genres required in higher education studies, as well as information retrieval and source criticism. We also delve into more advanced structures of the Finnish language. The student becomes familiar with the selection process in their chosen field.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student understands the principles of summarizing and argumentation. The student has expanded the vocabulary related to the field of interest and can communicate in Finnish within their own domain. The student requires significant support in writing articles and citing sources. The student recognizes complex Finnish language structures. The student understands what he/she needs to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can summarize and argue in Finnish within their own field. The student can write articles with relative independence and use source citations. The student can use complex Finnish language structures with support. The student can organize the proficiency in the Finnish language and use the language actively and proactively. The student has actively participated in the group and performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student can analyze, summarize, and argue in Finnish within their own field, using an extensive vocabulary. The student can write articles and use source citations independently. The student actively and diversely uses complex Finnish language structures and an extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze and utilize complex Finnish language structures. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for one’s own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student will successfully perform basic arithmetic operations with real numbers, with a particular focus on percentage calculations. The student will solve both word problems and numerical mathematical problems and equations. The student will be familiar with the basics of statistical mathematics and will be able to define the most common statistical parameters.

Content (course unit)

In this course, fundamental mathematical concepts will be reviewed and deepened, with a focus on percentage calculations, equations, and statistical mathematics. During the course, students will become acquainted with the efficient use of Excel for mathematical purposes.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student can handle practical (everyday) percentage calculations. The student can understand the use of parentheses and calculation order in mathematical expressions. The student can solve simple (1st degree and linear) equations. The student is familiar with common statistical parameters.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

In addition to the previous level, the student can identify different types of percentage calculations and apply this knowledge to solve basic problems. The student generally processes expressions correctly. The student can form an equation from a relatively simple word problem and solve it. The student can calculate typical statistical parameters.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

In addition to the previous levels, the student can create expressions for more challenging percentage calculations. Handling expressions and equations is smooth and nearly error-free. The student demonstrates a strong understanding and independent thinking, even in more complex applied tasks.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student is familiar with oral communication situations in higher education studies and can act in them comprehensibly and appropriately. The student is acquainted with the means of verbal and non-verbal communication as well as the characteristics of Finnish communication culture. The student can deliver a prepared presentation related to their field, provide constructive feedback, and participate in group communication situations. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1-B1.2.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we delve into Finnish communication culture as well as the characteristics of verbal and non-verbal communication. We strengthen the linguistic expression needed in higher education studies, including the diverse and situationally appropriate use of structures and vocabulary. The module includes practicing various group communication situations and integrating their own input into discussions. Students will prepare and deliver oral presentations and practice giving feedback and written reporting.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes means of verbal and non-verbal communication and is familiar with the basics of Finnish communication culture. The student can communicate in Finnish and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can deliver a prepared presentation in Finnish and can provide feedback. The student is well-versed in means of verbal and non-verbal communication as well as Finnish communication culture. The student can organize their own proficiency in the Finnish language and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student can deliver an excellent presentation and provide constructive feedback in Finnish. The student is familiar with and can use various communication methods and understands and analyzes Finnish communication culture. The student uses a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for one’s own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student will be able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English in their chosen field. The student will enhance their proficiency in the English language and their ability to utilize English-language materials in their area of interest within higher education studies.

Content (course unit)

In this course, fundamental structures of the English language will be reviewed, and professional oral and written communication situations will be practiced. The course aims to teach clear and effective verbal communication and the ability to write consistently and clearly in texts typical of their field of study. The course also aims to boost students' confidence in using English and improve their foreign language study techniques, such as reading professional texts and vocabulary acquisition.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

You have completed all the required course assignments within the scheduled time frame. Your written and spoken English is moderately fluent and clear, and you are able to convey your thoughts fairly successfully and in appropriate style most of the time. 

You have worked actively and in a self-directed manner on the given assignments throughout the course. You are aware of your starting level and have developed your English skills accordingly during the course. You are able to utilise dictionaries and various other language learning tools. 

Assessment scale

0-5

Objectives (course unit)

The student identifies their own strengths and resources in academic planning. The student knows what Finnish language skills and study and digital skills are required in higher education studies. The student recognizes development needs in these skills in their own case and knows how to communicate them. The student is familiar with digital environments in education and can operate in them. The student knows how to use cloud services for processing and sharing information. The student can identify key points from various texts related to higher education and make notes from them. The student can understand and record key points from spoken language as well. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we will explore the Finnish higher education system and universities as learning environments. We will pay attention to our own strengths and resources in our studies and create a personal study plan. During the study module, we will become familiar with various digital tools and study and note-taking techniques. In Finnish language studies, our focus will be on vocabulary related to higher education and practicing notetaking and information retrieval. We will cover the basics of information retrieval skills and criticism of sources.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student identifies and can use the concepts related to the course topic with support. The student understands what one needs to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can use the concepts related to the course topic effectively and apply them in practice. The student can assess their own proficiency in Finnish language and digital skills. The student has actively contributed to the group and performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student has an excellent understanding of the concepts related to the course topic and can apply their learning in practice. The student can analyze matters related to the course topic as well as their own proficiency and development. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Location and time

Contact teaching, online teaching, exact schedule in Moodle

Assessment scale

0-5

Teaching methods

Contact and online teaching, group work, independent work

Learning materials

in Moodle

Student workload

5 credit, 135 hours
Class + independent and group work

Completion alternatives

-

Practical training and working life cooperation

-

Objectives (course unit)

The student knows basic aspects of studying and working in one’s field of interest in the Finnish language. The student familiarizes oneself with the media and current themes in the field. The student can use a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student knows how to deepen his/her written and oral Finnish language skills required in higher education studies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.

Content (course unit)

In this study module, we focus on developing Finnish language skills through various oral and written exercises. The module covers grammar structures and text production, practices understanding specialized texts and related vocabulary. If necessary, basic grammar rules are reviewed, and tools for independently improving Finnish language skills are provided to the student. In the module, students also research information related to their field of interest and become acquainted with it.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)

The student recognizes and can use the concepts related to their field of interest with support. The student can communicate in the Finnish language and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student understands what they need to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)

The student can use the concepts related to their field of interest and apply them in practice. The student can communicate effectively in the Finnish language, organize their own knowledge, and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)

The student uses concepts related to their field of interest and comprehends the bigger picture. The student employs a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.

Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)

Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.

Assessment scale

0-5