Study Skills and Professional Orientation (2 cr)

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- plan their studies, taking into account prior learning and employment opportunities in the field
- understand the significance of internationality in the job market
- obtain information about opportunities for developing competences
- apply different learning techniques
- assess their personal well-being and its significance for their professional resilience
- assess their need for guidance and support
- identify and evaluate personal strengths and development needs

Location and time

This study unit is completed throughout the first year of studies (autumn 2023 and spring 2024)

More information and full walk-through can be found in the Canvas workspace.

Materials

More information and full walk-through can be found in the Canvas workspace.

Teaching methods

Study unit consists of:
-Orientation days, including one task
-A group meeting in autumn 2023
-One or two group meetings in spring 2024
-One main assignment each semester: autumn 2023 and spring 2024
-One PSP discussion each semester, with each student

More information and full walk-through can be found in the Canvas workspace.

Employer connections

Not applicable

Exam schedules

See Pakki for meetings and events. PSP discussions (one each semester) is booked according to instructions.

International connections

Not applicable.

Completion alternatives

None.

Student workload

More information and full walk-through can be found in the Canvas workspace.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To pass the student must be able to
-Use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations
-Search for information in different sources
-Report
-Work under guidance using the skills and methods learned
-Receive guidance
-Work as a member of a team
-Plan the progress of his/her work and use of time under guidance
-Work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct
-Follow the provided instructions and rules.

Content scheduling

More information and full walk-through can be found in the Canvas workspace.

Evaluation scale

Approved/Failed

Further information

Implementation plan available in English.