Studying at the University of Applied Sciences

Structure Type: Course
Code: KF08AOA0110
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Course Implementations, Planned Year of Study and Semester

Curriculum  Semester  Credits  Start of Semester  End of Semester
SOSALA-2013   1 autumn   1.0   2013-09-01   2013-12-31  
SOSALA-2013   3 autumn   1.0   2015-08-01   2015-12-31  
SOSALA-2013   4 autumn   1.0   2016-08-01   2016-12-31  
SOSALA-2014   1 autumn   1.0   2014-09-01   2014-12-31  
SOSALA-2014   3 autumn   1.0   2016-08-01   2016-12-31  
SOSALA-2014   4 autumn   1.0   2017-08-01   2017-12-31  

Learning Outcomes

Students will be familiar with acquiring and using information that is significant to their studies. They will learn to take responsibility for the progress of their studies, for designing a Personal Study Plan, and for their contribution to the university community. Students will understand the pedagogic foundations of the teaching in universities of applied sciences. They will act according to the norms of the student community. Students will be learn what they need to consider during transition to working life.

Student's Workload

The course runs through the curriculum, total workload 78 hours

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Structure of the Degree Programme in Social Work
- Planning one's studies
- Perspectives on learning
- Practices and current issues at Seinäjoki UAS and at the School of Health Care and Social Work
- Current issues concerning the Bachelor of Social Services programme
- Students affairs
- Applying for a job and information concerning the labour market
- Familiarization with the tools needed in online communication: Moodle, e-mail, and Winha Student Administration Programme.

Recommended or Required Reading

Study Guide, curriculum and similar material. Moodle learning environment will be used.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures, online studies, group work, visits by experts, participation in events at the School and at Seinäjoki UAS. Moodle learning environment will be used.

Assessment Criteria

Students are expected to participate in classroom activities and a number of events. They are expected to use online tools confidently and to design a Personal Study Plan at the early stage of their studies.

Assessment Methods

Active participation in all course activities. Grading based on a scale pass/fail.

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