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Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)

Credits:
30 ects

Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 25S, online studies
Code
(KLTIVALM25SV)
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 24S, online studies
Code
(KLTIVALM24SV)
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 23S, online studies
Code
(KLPRVALM23SV)
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 22S, Lahti
Code
(KLTIVALM22S)
Higher education preparatory program for immigrants 21S, Lahti
Code
(VALM21SKLTI)
Enrollment

05.08.2024 - 21.10.2024

Timing

04.11.2024 - 30.04.2025

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
  • English
Seats

10 - 35

Degree programmes
  • Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Hamid Guedra
Scheduling groups
  • Verkkoluento (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • Online lecture

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

Verkkotapaamiset Zoomissa, kotitehtävät ja harjoitukset, muut tehtävät ja itsenäinen opiskelu. Huom! Toteutukselle otetaan vain ryhmän KLTIVALM24SV-opiskelijoita.

Timing and attendance

Lukujärjestyksen mukaan verkossa (Zoom). Katso kurssin lukujärjestys TimeEdit-järjestelmästä:
-https://cloud.timeedit.net/lut-saimia/web/public/

Learning material and recommended literature

Opettajan Moodlessa jakama materiaali. Suositeltava lisä- ja tukimateriaali (esim. kirjastosta lainaksi):
Dive into English 2 (https://finnlectura.fi/oppimateriaalit/englanti/dive-into-english/)

Alternative completion methods

Ei valinnaista suoritustapaa.

Exam retakes

Ei uusintaa. Kurssilla annetut tehtävät palautettava kurssin aikana hyväksytysti suoritettuina.

Learning environment

Verkkotapaamiset Zoomissa tai Teamsissä. Kurssin Moodle-sivu.

Student time use and work load

Oppitunnit, n. 30 tuntia. Kotitehtävät, n. 30 tuntia. Muut tehtävät ja itsenäinen opiskelu, n. 70 tuntia.

Contents

Opintojakso on suunnattu maahanmuuttajien korkeakouluopintoihin valmentavassa koulutuksessa (30 op) opiskeleville. Opintojaksolla kerrataan englannin kielen perusrakenteita ja harjoitellaan suullista ja kirjallista viestintää. Opintojakson tavoitteena on antaa maahanmuuttajataustaiselle opiskelijalle käsitys, millaista englannin kielen opiskelu on korkeakouluopinnoissa.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Edeltävänä osaamisena englannin kielen perustaidot (esim. noin A2 taso). Kurssi kertaa kielen rakenteita mutta ei ala englannin kielen perusteista.

Assessment criteria

Opintojakso arvioidaan hyväksytty/hylätty. Opintojakso on hyväksytysti suoritettu, kun opiskelija on tehnyt kaikki opintojaksolla annetut tehtävät hyväksytysti.

Assessment scale

Approved/Failed

Failed (0)

Opiskelija ei ole osallistunut aktiivisesti eikä ole palauttanut kaikkia opintojaksolla annettuja tehtäviä.

Assessment criteria: assessment scale failed/approved

Opiskelija on aktiivisesti mukana oppitunneilla ja on palauttanut kaikki opintojaksolla annetut tehtävät.

Enrollment

05.08.2024 - 21.10.2024

Timing

04.11.2024 - 31.12.2024

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
Degree programmes
  • Higher education preparatory program for immigrants (in Finnish)
Teachers
  • Marjaana Valo-Vuorela
  • Tarja Saarnisto
Scheduling groups
  • Ensimmäinen päivä kampuksella (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Luento kampuksella (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Verkkoluento (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • Info
  • Lecture
  • 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

05.08.2024 - 08.01.2025

Timing

01.01.2025 - 23.02.2025

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
  • Verkkoluento (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Avoimen ammattikorkeakoulun kiintiö (Size: 2. Open UAS: 2.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • Online lecture
  • Open UAS quota

Learning outcomes

The students have a basic command of the requirements for oral communication and know how to act comprehensibly and appropriately in different situations related to higher education studies. The students know the means of verbal and non-verbal communication and can display the characteristics of the Finnish communication culture. They can conduct a presentation for professional or educational purposes, give feedback and manage fluently in different group work situations. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1–B1.2 (CEFR).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

05.08.2024 - 10.02.2025

Timing

24.02.2025 - 25.04.2025

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
  • Verkkoluento (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
  • Avoimen ammattikorkeakoulun kiintiö (Size: 2. Open UAS: 2.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • Online lecture
  • Open UAS quota

Learning outcomes

The students know the requirements for versatile texts related to higher education studies and know how to write comprehensive and well-structured texts. The students know the stylistic requirements of professional texts and can analyze, synthesize and summarize information from various sources. The students have a good command of vocabulary and grammatical structures of their chosen professional or educational fields. The students know the requirements and entrance examination material for the degree studies in the target field. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.2–B2 (CEFR).

Assessment scale

1-5

Enrollment

05.08.2024 - 21.10.2024

Timing

04.11.2024 - 02.03.2025

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
  • Simo Jaakkola
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • Lecture

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

05.08.2024 - 21.10.2024

Timing

04.11.2024 - 25.04.2025

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
  • Maj-Britt Tallbacka
  • Maria Tuominen
Scheduling groups
  • Luennot 1 (Size: 0. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
  • KLTIVALM24SV
Small groups
  • 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