Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 25S, online studies
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 24S, online studies
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 23S, online studies
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 22S, Lahti
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 21S, Lahti
Enrollment
04.08.2025 - 20.10.2025
Timing
03.11.2025 - 30.04.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
- English
Seats
10 - 35
Degree programmes
- Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Mariia Baliasina
Groups
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KLTIVALM25SV
Learning outcomes
The students can communicate understandably in English in different kinds of written and spoken language situations of the chosen field. The students improve their English skills and know how to use English language materials relevant for higher education studies.
Implementation and methods of teaching
Online Zoom meetings, homework, exercises and other assignments in Moodle, and independent study. Note! Only students of the KLTIVALM25SV group are accepted.
Timing and attendance
Online (Zoom) according to the study schedule.
Learning material and recommended literature
Material shared by the teacher in Moodle. Recommended additional and supporting material (e.g. to borrow from the library):
Dive into English 2 (https://finnlectura.fi/oppimateriaalit/englanti/dive-into-english/)
Alternative completion methods
No options
Exam retakes
No renewal. Course assignments must be returned in due time during the course with a pass.
Learning environment
Online classes via Zoom or Teams. Tasks and study material in Moodle.
Student time use and work load
Online meetings - 30 hours, hometasks - 30 hours, exercises and self-stydy - 70 hours.
Contents
The course is aimed at students in a preparatory course for higher education for immigrants (30 credits). The course provides a review of the basic structures of English and practice in oral and written communication situations. The course teaches to speak clearly and understandably and to write clearly worded texts. The course increases students' confidence in using English and develops foreign language learning techniques including reading professional texts and vocabulary. The course gives students with an immigrant background an idea of what it is like to study English in higher education.
Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.
Basic English language skills (around A2 level)
The course covers language structures but does not start from the basics of English.
Assessment criteria
The course is assessed pass/fail. The course is considered successfully completed when the student has successfully completed all the given assignments.
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed
Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved
The student actively participates in the lessons and has returned all the assignments given during the course.
Enrollment
04.08.2025 - 20.10.2025
Timing
03.11.2025 - 31.12.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 35
Degree programmes
- Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Marjaana Valo-Vuorela
- Tarja Saarnisto
Scheduling groups
- Ensimmäiset päivät (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Verkkoluento (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KLTIVALM25SV
Small groups
- First days
- Online lecture
Learning outcomes
The students know basic facts related to higher education in Finland, especially concerning the field of their interest. The students know how to use varying structures and have a fairly wide vocabulary. The students know how to develop and deepen their written and oral skills in the Finnish language needed for higher education studies. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).
Assessment scale
1-5
Enrollment
04.08.2025 - 20.10.2025
Timing
03.11.2025 - 08.03.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 35
Degree programmes
- Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Simo Jaakkola
Groups
-
KLTIVALM25SV
Learning outcomes
The students can solve basic mathematical calculations with real numbers, particularly percentage calculations. The students can solve both numerical and word problems as well as equations. The students know important key concepts of statistical analysis and can define the most common statistical indicators.
Assessment criteria
Active class attendance
Individual assignments
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
The student did not meet the course learning objectives.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student did not meet the course learning objectives.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student demonstrates good knowledge of the Business Mathematics
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
The student demonstrates very good knowledge of the Business Mathematics
Enrollment
04.08.2025 - 20.10.2025
Timing
03.11.2025 - 26.04.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Kielikeskus (LAB)
Campus
E-campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
10 - 35
Degree programmes
- Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
- Maj-Britt Tallbacka
- Maria Tuominen
Scheduling groups
- Info (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
- Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
KLTIVALM25SV
Small groups
- Info 1
- Lecture 1
Learning outcomes
The students recognize their personal strengths and development needs while planning their studies. The students know what kinds of Finnish language skills, study skills and digital competence are needed in higher education studies. The students also know how to develop these skills. The students can operate in digital learning environments and use digital conferencing tools and cloud services in processing and sharing information. The students know how to find the key points in texts relevant to higher education (curricula, professional publications and study materials). The students understand and know how to write down the key points from spoken language. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed