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Orientation to Studies 1Laajuus (1 cr)

Code: LB10009

Credits

1 op

Teaching language

  • English

Responsible person

  • Riikka Kaasinen

Objective

After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.

Content

- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support

Enrollment

02.12.2024 - 31.01.2025

Timing

07.01.2025 - 01.06.2025

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

100 - 135

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
  • Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge

Riikka Kaasinen

Groups
  • LBNK25
    Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Spring, 2025

Objective

After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.

Content

- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support

Materials

Moodle
Material provided by the teacher

Completion alternatives

Proof of competence is to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.

Student workload

27 hours of student's work

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment methods and criteria

Required assignments are listed in the course Moodle.
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when the absence limit is exceeded)

Enrollment

01.08.2024 - 30.11.2024

Timing

19.08.2024 - 20.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 50

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
  • Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge

Riikka Kaasinen

Groups
  • LBNS24
    Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2024

Objective

After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.

Content

- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support

Materials

Moodle
Material provided by the teacher

Teaching methods

Contact teaching on campus in Joensuu starting on 19 August 2024.

Completion alternatives

Proof of competence is to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.

Student workload

27 hours of student's work

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment methods and criteria

Required assignments are listed in the course Moodle.
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when the absence limit is exceeded)

Enrollment

15.08.2023 - 31.10.2023

Timing

21.08.2023 - 15.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

30 - 45

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
  • Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge

Riikka Kaasinen

Groups
  • LBNS23
    Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2023

Objective

After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.

Content

- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support

Location and time

Contact teaching on campus in Joensuu starting on 21st August 2023.

Materials

Moodle
Material provided by the teacher

Completion alternatives

Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.

Student workload

27 hours of student's work

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment methods and criteria

Required assignments are listed in the course Moodle.
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when the absence limit is exceeded).

Enrollment

01.04.2022 - 30.09.2022

Timing

22.08.2022 - 16.12.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

1 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Campus

Wärtsilä Campus Karjalankatu 3

Teaching languages
  • English
Seats

20 - 50

Degree programmes
  • Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
  • Riikka Kaasinen
Teacher in charge

Riikka Kaasinen

Groups
  • LBNS22
    Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business, Fall, 2022

Objective

After completing the course, you know the study curriculum and policies of Karelia UAS. You know the services provided for students and you assume responsibility for your studies, learning abilities and well-being. You understand the process of how to plan your studies and are able to start creating your individual study plan. You conduct yourself as a university student observing good manners and best professional practice. You integrate with your study group and the whole learning community and contribute positively to your learning environment. You also know how to find support if you need it.

Content

- Study curriculum, degree regulations and other policies
- Services to students (counselling, health care, library, IT, Student Union etc.)
- Study methods, learning strategies
- Diagnostic test on English
- Getting to know student colleagues
- Development discussion with study counsellor (study planning, recognition and acknowledgement of prior learning)
- Information, advice and support

Materials

Moodle
Material provided by the teacher

Teaching methods

Contact teaching on campus

Completion alternatives

Proof of competence to be discussed with the teacher at the beginning of the course.

Student workload

27 hours of student's work

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Completion of required assignments (incl possible compensatory assignments)

Evaluation scale

Approved/Rejected

Assessment methods and criteria

Required assignments (listed in course Moodle)
Active participation in contact teaching and information sessions (minimum 80%, compensatory assignment(s) when
the absence limit is exceeded)