Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Service Design (in Finnish) 23S, full-time studies, Lahti
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Service Design (in Finnish) 22S, full-time studies, Lahti
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Service Design (in Finnish) 23K, full-time studies, Lahti
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Service Design (in Finnish) 21S, full-time studies, Lahti
Bachelor of Culture and Arts, Service Design 22K, full-time studies, Lahti
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.07.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIPAL23S
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- identify themselves as a learner and develop their own learning skills- evaluate innovative or alternative future competences required in their own field
- recognize and aim their own competences to be in level with the future career requirements
- masters the professional concepts of their own field and is able to point out their competenciesduring job recruitment processes
- give feedback on tuition and services and thus participate in the development of education
Implementation and methods of teaching
Teaching takes place in face-to-face and remote sessions in two-hour periods. The course is delivered through discussion-based teaching, various exercises and essays.
Timing and attendance
The studies are carried out at the times indicated in the timetable, as well as independently.
Building competence requires active attendance throughout the course.
Student time use and work load
The studies are carried out at the times indicated in the timetable, as well as independently.
Building competence requires active attendance throughout the course.
Contents
The course focuses on identifying your own skills and strengths, study opportunities, skills development needs and career planning with these in mind. The course outlines professional identity, career goals, and alternative future competence needs in the field through various exercises. The students will practise making their own skills visible through oral, written and visual expression.
Assessment criteria
Active attendance during the course. Completion of the exercises and returning them in due time
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
27.10.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
20 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Culture and Arts, User Experience and User Interface Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Graphic Design (in Finnish), (2020, 2021, 2022)
Teachers
- Harri Heikkilä
- Maaria Niskala
Scheduling groups
- Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Verkkoluento 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Itsenäinen 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIVV23S
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MLTIUXUI22S
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MLTIPAL22K
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MLTIPAL22S
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MLTIGR22S
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MLTIPAL23K
Small groups
- Lecture 1
- Online lecture 1
- Online lecture 1
Implementation and methods of teaching
In the UI/IxD studio, the students build a better user experience by combining the physical and digital space in a real client case. The course starts with planning wayfinding systems, focusing on space as an interface and people as its users. The course will use both service design and user interface design methods to build systems that make navigation as natural and frictionless as possible. As the course progresses, more digital elements, such as interactive signage, will be introduced.
Space as an interface is an inherently interdisciplinary approach to our built environment.
Students work in small groups, lead their own design process and are responsible for the final outcome.
The studio also provides theory lessons and teaches good practice in the field
Teachers mentor student teams throughout the course.
Timing and attendance
The course lasts for the whole semester
Part of the days and weeks of the course are for independent work.
Teachers are available at least once a week, often more. The exact timetable will be found on Moodle.
Attendance mandatory on the theory and visit days indicated in the timetable.
Learning material and recommended literature
Central course litterature:
Chris Calori (2015): Signage and way finding design (kirjastossa sähköisenä)
David Gibson (2009): The wayfinding handbook (kirjastossa sähköisenä)
Alan Cooper (2014): About Face: The Essentials of Interaction Design (kirjastossa sähköisenä)
Further reading and material used in the teaching will be added to Moodle e-learning environment.
Working life cooperation
Real life projects with clients. Visit to studios and outside organisations. Guest lectures from the design field.
Learning environment
Campus, excursions, moodle and other online tools
Student time use and work load
Attendance is mandatory to complete the course. Practical work will be carried out in groups for the client.
The studio working hours during the semester are 540 hours, part of the days and weeks of the course are independent work time.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
1. and 2. year studies.
Preliminary assignment on wayfinding systems
Additional assignment on typography for those who have no previous studies in the field.
Assessment criteria
- Attendance
- Exercises and learning tasks
- Presentations and discussions
- Project management and outcome
- Peer evaluation and self-evaluation, learning diary
The client's assessment may affect the grade.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
- The project outcome does not comply with the objectives of the assignment or is incomplete
- The design work does not answer the brief
- The research is insufficient
- The role and/or teamwork in the design project has failed
The course is also rejected if the student:
- Does not know how to use professional concepts and does not justify her/his/their activities
- Does not use the methods and processes learned in the course
- Can't act customer-oriented
- The student has not been present
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
- The project outcome is generally in line with the objectives of the assignment
- The design work at least partially answers the brief
- The research has been, to some extent, completed
- The role and/or teamwork has been performed acceptably.
A course grade of 1 also requires that the student:
- Can use professional concepts and justify their actions
- Can use learned methods and processes
- Can act customer-oriented
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
- The project outcome is according to the assignment's objectives and is implemented appropriately.
- The design work is wide-ranging and supports the brief
- The role and/or teamwork has been performed well
A course grade of 3 also requires that the student:
- Can use professional terms in a versatile way and communicate professionally
- Can choose methods and processes suitable for the activity and justify their choice
- Can take into account the needs of the target group and/or the client appropriately, as well as other course participants
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
- The project outcome aligns with the assignment's goals and even exceeds them.
- The design work is exceptionally well executed and answers the brief
- The student is proactive and acts excellently in their role in the team
A course grade of 5 also requires that the student:
- Can use methods expertly, communicate professionally, and consider all target groups.
- Can choose, combine and develop methods and processes suitable for the activity to support work
- Can take full responsibility for learning and the project
- Receives excellent feedback from the client and also from other course participants
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
25.08.2025 - 30.11.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIPAL22S
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- obtain, utilise and assess R&D-related information and their sources critically
- follow the rules of ethical principles applied in all research activities
- select and use the most typical research and development methods of their own field
- write a scientific report and is familiar with the requirements for language and style and how to document the sources.
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course consists of lectures and group and individual tasks. Course materials will be published in the Moodle learning environment.
Timing and attendance
The course consists of 5 lectures (4 hours each). Mandatory presence min. 80%. First contact teaching day mandatory
Learning material and recommended literature
Study materials will be published in Moodle e-learning environment. The iInstitute of Design Design method material is recommended: (link)
Alternative completion methods
The course activity s based on contact lessons and group and individual work. Optional study methods are to be agreed with the teacher.
Exam retakes
Evaluation is based on the work presented during the course
Learning environment
Lessons at the university, library, digital learning environment.
Student time use and work load
Student work is 135 hours with main emphasis on students' own work.
Contents
Research and development methods are part of the thesis work studies. The content of the course consists of design research methods and thesis work guide lines. Main goal of the course is the individual thesis work report plan including the disposition and the research questions.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Subject specific knowledge and skills to start the thesis project.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
- Heli Kamaja
Scheduling groups
- Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIPAL22S
Small groups
- Seminar 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- describe the objectives and core contents of their thesis
- plan and describe the stages of the thesis process
- take into account the possible research permit and copyright issues
Implementation and methods of teaching
Info, student's own work, personal guidance, on-campus seminar.
The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course organised by the LAB for all students, who must register for it in Moodle on their own course platform. The course is delivered by distance learning. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.
Timing and attendance
Attendance at seminars is compulsory.
Learning material and recommended literature
hesis learning materials are distributed in the thesis-related Research and Development course.
Lab Thesis Guide.
Alternative completion methods
Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.
Working life cooperation
Individual theses may be carried out as assignments from working life or in cooperation with working life partners. In such cases, the student will enter into a contract with the employer in accordance with the Lab guidelines.
Learning environment
Zoom and campus, showrooms.
Student time use and work load
The thesis design component is 5 credits, equivalent to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).
Contents
The planning of the thesis starts already in the spring of the third year with an information session (in zoomis).
In photography studies, a separate course on Research and Development (5 credits) guides students through the thesis planning phase. The material for this course is on Moodle and is self-paced, but with assignments 1 and 2 completed and presented at the topic seminar. These are the work plan and the disposition.
The 1 credit course on writing a thesis report is a course offered by LAB to all students and must be enrolled in Moodle on their course platform. This is included in the planning phase of the thesis.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
You can start writing your thesis when you have completed around 180 credits.
Assessment criteria
Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.
Competency-based assessment:
The student will be able to develop a topic and a work plan with a timetable and objectives appropriate to him/her.
The student will be able to present and discuss the topic.
Assessment scale
1-5
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
Scheduling groups
- Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
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MLTIPAL22K
Small groups
- Seminar 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- present the results or output of their thesis
- report on their thesis in writing in accordance with the thesis guidelines of LAB University of Applied Sciences
- write a maturity test.
Assessment scale
1-5
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
Scheduling groups
- Seminaari (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
MLTIPAL22K
Small groups
- Seminar 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to:
- implement the thesis on the basis of an approved thesis plan.
Implementation and methods of teaching
• Seminars and personal feedback. Students' own work.
Timing and attendance
• The thesis course is spread over two semesters: the end of the autumn semester and the beginning of the spring semester. The credits are awarded in the spring semester.
The seminars are compulsory.
Learning material and recommended literature
• Lab thesis manual
Alternative completion methods
• Only agreed with the supervising teachers in exceptional cases.
Working life cooperation
• Individual theses can be carried out in cooperation with working life (companies, public bodies, etc.).
Learning environment
• Campus, Zoom.
Student time use and work load
• The implementation part of the thesis is 5 credits, corresponding to approximately 135 hours of student work (one credit 27 hours).
Contents
• The thesis course consists of an artistic production and a report, their supervision and exchange seminars. The supervision sessions will monitor the progress of the thesis and reflect on its direction between the supervising teachers and the students working on the thesis.
The artistic production and the writing of the report run in parallel in the work process.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
• prerequisites: Design of a thesis 5 cr
Assessment criteria
• Accepted performance requires active participation in the seminar, tutoring and guidance.
Competency-based assessment:
The student is able to carry out the thesis based on an approved thesis plan.
At this stage, the mid-term evaluation of the thesis will take place orally in seminars.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
• The work does not progress from the planning stage to implementation. The student does not attend seminars.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
• The numerical evaluation of the thesis will only take place upon publication. The Lab thesis guidelines contain a separate evaluation table for this purpose.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
• The numerical evaluation of the thesis will only take place upon publication. The Lab thesis guidelines contain a separate evaluation table for this purpose.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
• The numerical evaluation of the thesis will only take place upon publication. The Lab thesis guidelines contain a separate evaluation table for this purpose.
Enrollment
07.05.2025 - 31.08.2025
Timing
01.08.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
20 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Institute of Design and Fine Arts (LAB)
Campus
Lahti Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Service Design (in Finnish), (2021, 2022, 2023)
Teachers
- Sara Ikävalko
Scheduling groups
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
MLTIPAL23S
Small groups
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- recognize public organization's traditions, practices and decision-making in relation to design and development efforts
- perform development work within the changing operating environments of the public-sector
- function in their own professional role in a multidisciplinary team's work
- operate as an active consultant to support a projects management and leadership
- visualize and document the design work for the needs of different stakeholders
- utilize design thinking and design work in developing management, operations and organizations
Assessment scale
1-5