Studies abroad

Structure Type: Module
Code: KE16D085100
Type: Elective
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 30.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Turunen, Tero
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

After having spent a semester abroad, students will be fluent in at least one foreign language (either the language of the host country or the language of instruction in the host university). Students will understand the existence of different cultures. During their semester abroad, students will acquire personal contacts there, which they will be able to use when they begin working. A semester abroad provides students with new perspectives of the contents of their professional studies and of learning.

Student's Workload

The work load is determined by the Learning Agreement and requirements of the foreign institution of higher education.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Students are required to complete 100-120 credits of coursework before going on an exchange and possess a sufficient level of language skills approved by the university of applied sciences.

Contents

Students will complete 15-30 credits of coursework abroad according to their Learning Agreement. Studies abroad comprise elective courses applicable to the degree programme, which are accepted as completed courses for the students' degree. The student is required to confirm acceptability of courses beforehand. Students are required to write three reports during the exchane in accordance with instructions.

Recommended or Required Reading

As indicated by the courses at the foreign institution of higher education the students attend.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

As indicated by the courses at the foreign institution of higher education the students attend. Students integrate into the institution as a member of the student body.

Assessment Criteria

Approved grades given in the institution abroad may also be given as approved grades in the Degree Programme in SME Business Administration.

Assessment Methods

Assessment takes place according to the practices of the foreign institution of higher education.

Further Information

Further information: International Coordinator, Marjo Arola, marjo.arola(at)seamk.fi

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