Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course aims to offer all the information necessary for success in studies at Aalto University. 
Upon completion of the course, you:

  • have acquired knowledge about the degree requirements, the minors studies and are able to make a target-oriented study plan
  • are familiar with the services offered by the university 
  • know the study-related IT-systems and have the ability to use them
  • are familiar with effective learning and study skills and are able to use them in real life
  • are familiar with Aalto University, your own degree programme, major, and academic advisor 
  • have improved both your academic and intercultural skills to be able to work and collaborate in a multicultural and multidisciplinary learning environment 
  • Know the principles of good study practices at Aalto university
  • Know what academic integrity is at Aalto University and how to adopt it

Credits: 2

Schedule: 08.09.2022 - 16.02.2023

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Mikko Möttönen, Elsa Kivi-Koskinen

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):

Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):

Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    The course takes the whole first academic year. The course consists of lectures, active workshops, get-togethers, assignments, field visits and other activities all designed to provide students with comprehensive insights that will help identify and strengthen the skills and knowledge needed to achieve and have a positive study experience at Aalto University.

    The course consists of four parts:

    1. Orientation week events
    2. Lectures once a week (during period I)
    3. Get-togethers and academic advising meetings organized by the BSc programme (throughout the first academic year)
    4. Preparing a complete personal study plan for your BSc degree

Assessment Methods and Criteria
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Active participation in teaching and completing the required assignments. Specific assessment criteria will be published in MyCourses before the beginning of the course.

DETAILS

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information
  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Only for students in the Aalto Bachelor's Programme in Science and Technology.

    Teaching Language : English

    Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Autumn I - Spring V
    2023-2024 Autumn I - Spring V