SCI-A1010 - Introduction Course for Bachelor's Students, Lecture, 5.9.2024-6.6.2025

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

Upon completion of the course, you:

  • are familiar with Aalto University, your own degree programme and major
  • know about the degree requirements
  • are able to make a target-oriented study plan
  • are familiar with the services offered by the university 
  • are familiar with effective learning and study skills and are able to use them in real life
  • 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: 05.09.2024 - 06.06.2025

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Mikko Möttönen, Paavo Nisula

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:

    Familiarization with Aalto University, one's own field of study and its research as well as career opportunities. Introduction to the degree requirements of one's major. Planning and monitoring of studies. Personal study plan (HOPS). Well-being and coping in studies. Time management. Student's study methods and techniques. Ethical rules of study. Introduction to university information systems (Sisu, MyCourses, MyStudies). Different majors may have varying content.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Participation in teaching and completing the required assignments.

Workload

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    • Orientation week events
    • Lectures and assignments
    • Preparing a study plan for your BSc degree.

DETAILS

Substitutes for Courses
Prerequisites

FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language: English

    Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Autumn I - Spring V
    2025-2026 Autumn I - Spring V

    Registration:

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

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