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Studying at the University of Vaasa Orientation Week 22–26 August 2016 Admissions and Mobility Services

2. Studies
Studies for exchange students presented during the orientation week
Studies for degree students presented in the programme meetings during early September
Possible restrictions in some courses
Faculty/programme, level, previous studies, group size…
Course description!
Exchange students: Keep your Learning Agreement up to date!
Degree students: Personal Study Plan
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3. Academic Year Autumn and spring semesters
Two periods in the autumn semester
Three periods in the spring semester
Teaching mostly during the periods
Exam weeks between the periods
Lectures may be arranged at 8-12 and after 15
Exams on Mon-Thu 14-17, Fri-Sat (sharp!)
Some exams may take place also during the periods (Friday, Saturday, last lecture etc.)
General examination days
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4. Completion of Courses
Detailed information about the courses and completion
Course descriptions
First lecture – attendance mandatory!
Final examination
Three attemps
NB! Exchange period
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5. Completion of Courses
Active participation in the lectures / practice groups
Independent work is required for completion of courses (NB! 1 ECTS equal to approximately hours of work)
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6. Assessment of studies
Exam results announced within 30 working days after the exam
Assessment criteria are public
Course description
Available from the examiner
Exam results are displayed in WebOodi system
Partial credit units will be registered only after all parts have been completed
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7. Grading A student either fails or passes a course
Grading scale 1–5, in which 1 = sufficient, 2 = satisfactory, 3 = good, 4 = very good, and 5 = excellent
Or on a pass/fail basis [‘hyv.’(pass) appears on the student’s transcript]
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8. University of Vaasa | Faculty | Name of the presentation
Study Councelling
Study councelling
Teachers
Faculty student advisors
International Education Specialists
Respect office hours or contact via (NB! expect a few days for the answer)
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9. Study Councelling Teachers Faculties
Inquiries or questions about specific course details
Questions about course and exam assessment
Faculties
Study councelling connected to degrees and programmes (for degree students)
Planning the studies
Questions about students’ legal protection
Personal Study Plan (HOPS)
Choosing additional courses/studies (Master’s degree students)
Compensation of studies taken outside the University of Vaasa
Graduation
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10. Key Persons Faculty of Business Studies
International Education Specialist, Anne Ahlqvist
International Education Specialist, Sami Ilomäki
Faculty of Philosophy
International Education Specialist, Marjukka Isaksen
Faculty of Technology
Admissions and Mobility Services
International Education Specialist (exchange students) Katariina Rinta, room 108
International Education Specialist (Master’s degree students) Tiina Rolser, room 131
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