Upon completion of the course, the student is expected to grasp the principles of studying in the university and to be familiar with the University of Tampere as a study environment. The student is also expected to be aware of the structure, requirements and learning outcomes of her/his degree programme, and the learning, study guidance and councelling opportunities available to her/him. The student is expected to be able to apply this knowledge in the planning and completion of her/his studies.

This course consists of the following parts:

- Orientation course for international students, week 35 (24th August onwards)

- Introduction to Academic Culture and Degree Studies (times confirmed later)

- Orientation to the study programme and the Kauppi Campus (times confirmed later)