Learning track 2015

Welcome, degree studentsTo a university of applied sciences that offers many opportunities.

The learning track presentation consists of

A few basic concepts to begin with• Flexible study paths• Multidisciplinary study modules• International studies• Cooperative learning

A few basic concepts to begin with Course

Education and learning is guided by the learning targets, content, any prerequisite studies and assessment criteria set in the curriculum for the course.

ModuleA module consists of a set of courses

Individual learning trackBy learning tracks we mean a Metropolia student's individual and/or cooperative study options that are flexible.

Study periodsMetropolia's academic year is divided into five periods.

Degree programmeDegree studies are organised as degree programmes.

Flexible study paths

Studies have been planned flexibly, to allow variation, but also to provide a challenge.

Studies can follow various paths. There are various alternatives depending on the field of study.

The alternatives and options are closely linked to working life. The paths will support your learning. Tutoring is part of the education.

Courses and modules make up larger units with a certain theme.

Courses are worth 5, 10 or 15 credit points.

Multidisciplinary study modules Innovation studies

All students have some innovation studies that are completed in project groups. The target is to practice innovation issues.

Common Elective Modules You can select modules of 15 or 30 credit points from

Metropolia's common education offering (for example, Management, Entrepreneurship, Design, Communications or Sustainable Development) or in your own field of study.

Final project part of practical project You can take part in various Metropolia or working life

projects.

International studies

As a student you can go on a student exchange / placement abroad participate in a study tour, Summer/Winter School or an

intensive course abroad become an international/exchange tutor study languages and intercultural communication, participate in an international study module as well as the international weeks organized by the degree

programmes

Cooperative learning

• Courses are grouped into modules, studying together and working in groups.

• Part of the studies involve education in teams and projects.

• The strength and expertise of all students will be put into good use.

• Learning takes place in a variety of environments: e-learning, simulations, laboratories, authentic working life, swarming and projects.

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