LTT-11106 Introduction to Academic Studies, 3 cr
Additional information
The course is intended only for the first year students of the International Degree Programme in Science and Engineering, BSc (Tech).
The course is only intended for degree students
Person responsible
Terhi Kipinä
Lessons
| Implementation | Period | Person responsible | Requirements |
| LTT-11106 2016-01 | 1 - 2 |
Terhi Kipinä |
Attendance in lectures (80 %) and approved assignments (PSP, essay, group assignment). |
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, the student: - is able to recognise and use academic study methods, - knows how to locate, evaluate and use information in an academic context, - has the language and communication skills needed in academic studies, - is able to use TUT's student information systems, - is familiar with the study fields of the degree programme, - is able to make a personal study plan, - has basic knowledge of the Finnish working life and tools to conceptualise his/her skills, - is able to act as an active member of a multicultural group, and - has basic skills in entrepreneurship and innovation.
Content
| Content | Core content | Complementary knowledge | Specialist knowledge |
| 1. | The structure and objectives of the degree programme | ||
| 2. | TUT's information systems | ||
| 3. | Study and time management skills | ||
| 4. | Language and communication skills and working in a multicultural group | ||
| 5. | Information retrieval and literacy | ||
| 6. | Identification of one's competences | Typical features of the Finnish working life | |
| 7. | Innovations and entrepreneurship |
Correspondence of content
| Course | Corresponds course | Description |
| LTT-11106 Introduction to Academic Studies, 3 cr | TLU-11106 Introduction to Academic Studies, 3 cr |