Introduction to Academic Studies and CommunicationLaajuus (4 cr)
Code: VÅV22IN01
Credits
4 op
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
02.07.2025 - 31.07.2025
Timing
01.09.2025 - 10.10.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Terese Österberg
- Vasa Vård 2
- Anna Korhonen
Teacher in charge
Terese Österberg
Groups
-
UBM25D-VBarnmorska (YH), h25, dagstudier, Vasa
-
UHV25D-VHälsovårdare (YH), h25, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies:
- According to schedule. Compulsary attendance
Materials
Communication
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication: Swedish 3 cr
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr:
- Lecturers, presentations,
- Virtual on line test.
- Virtual test ( library )
More course information can be found on Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
One (1) credit corresponds to 27 hours of work for the student.
This course is 4 credits which means 108 hours of work for this course.
The course is divided according to:
3 credits Communication/Swedish (Language teacher)
1 ECTS Introduction (Marie Hjortell and Terese Österberg)
Further information
Introduction to university studies 1 cr:
Study information and information search
Learning in a university context
Data protection and data security
Communication for midwives/public health nurses 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature searches manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
E-mail handling and use of social media in care work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment methods and criteria
Communication
Student
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way, in accordance with the requirements of working life and social life.
knows the work process of scientific writing and can use referencing systems.
- is aware of different ways to search for information and can report according to the rules for standard reporting.
Students with Finnish as the language of schooling must demonstrate such knowledge of Swedish as is required of public employees according to the law (424/2003). This means that these students should demonstrate satisfactory (grade 1-3) or good (grade 4-5) ability to use Swedish in speech and writing. Oral and written skills are assessed separately.
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge requirements
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Kommunikation:
Underkänd
Studerande visar inte tillräcklig kompetens i ämnet.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
16.06.2025 - 07.09.2025
Timing
01.09.2025 - 26.10.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Virtual portion
0.5 op
Mode of delivery
88 % Contact teaching, 12 % Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn
- Anna Korhonen
Teacher in charge
Yvonne Sjöberg-Ehn
Groups
-
USS25D-VSjukskötare (YH), h25, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule
Materials
Communication:
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Introduction: Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication - Swedish 3 cr:
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
27 h/cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student do not have a sufficient knowledge and competence about the topic.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 15.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
75 % Contact teaching, 25 % Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Anita Kvist
- Anna Korhonen
- Marice Nedergård
Teacher in charge
Anna Korhonen
Groups
-
USS24D-VSjukskötare (YH), h24, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule
Materials
Communication:
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Introduction: Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication - Swedish 3 cr:
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
27 h/cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student do not have a sufficient knowledge and competence about the topic.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 15.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 11.10.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Terese Österberg
- Anita Kvist
- Anna Korhonen
- Marie Hjortell
Teacher in charge
Marie Hjortell
Groups
-
UHV24D-VHälsovårdare (YH), h24, dagstudier, Vasa
-
UBM24D-VBarnmorska (YH), h24, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies:
- According to schedule. Compulsary attendance
Materials
Communication
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication: Swedish 3 cr
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr:
- Lecturers, presentations,
- Virtual on line test.
- Virtual test ( library )
More course information can be found on Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
One (1) credit corresponds to 27 hours of work for the student.
This course is 4 credits which means 108 hours of work for this course.
The course is divided according to:
3 credits Communication/Swedish (Language teacher)
1 ECTS Introduction (Marie Hjortell and Terese Österberg)
Further information
Introduction to university studies 1 cr:
Study information and information search
Learning in a university context
Data protection and data security
Communication for midwives/public health nurses 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature searches manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
E-mail handling and use of social media in care work
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment methods and criteria
Communication
Student
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way, in accordance with the requirements of working life and social life.
knows the work process of scientific writing and can use referencing systems.
- is aware of different ways to search for information and can report according to the rules for standard reporting.
Students with Finnish as the language of schooling must demonstrate such knowledge of Swedish as is required of public employees according to the law (424/2003). This means that these students should demonstrate satisfactory (grade 1-3) or good (grade 4-5) ability to use Swedish in speech and writing. Oral and written skills are assessed separately.
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge requirements
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Kommunikation:
Underkänd
Studerande visar inte tillräcklig kompetens i ämnet.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 13.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 20.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Terese Herrgård-Backlund
- Ann-Louise Glasberg
Teacher in charge
Anita Kvist
Groups
-
USS24F-VSjukskötare (YH), h24, flerform, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule
Materials
Communication:
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Introduction: Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication - Swedish 3 cr:
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
27 h/cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The student do not have a sufficient knowledge and competence about the topic.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 22.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
10 - 50
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Ellinor Granholm
- Jannica Andtfolk
Teacher in charge
Jannica Andtfolk
Groups
-
USS23F-VSjukskötare (YH), h23, flerform, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 17.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 08.10.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Ellinor Granholm
- Terese Österberg
- Marie Hjortell
Teacher in charge
Marie Hjortell
Groups
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UHV23D-VHälsovårdare (YH), h23, dagstudier, Vasa
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UBM23D-VBarnmorska (YH), h23, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Communication:
- Contact teaching in class
- Remote group work or in class
- Contact the teacher via Microsoft Teams according to given times
Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule
Materials
Communication
Novia's instructions for degree projects.
Materials on Moodle
Teaching methods
Communication: Swedish 3 cr
- Lectures on scientific writing
- Lectures on oral presentation
- Group work in scientific writing
- Exercises in oral presentation
- Oral presentations that are analyzed
Introduction to academic studies 1 cr: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test. More course information can be found in Moodle platform
Exam schedules
Communication: Assessed group work and assessed oral presentation at the end of the course.
Introduction to academic studies: virtual tests
Student workload
27h/cr
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Assessment methods and criteria
Communication
Student
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way, in accordance with the requirements of working life and social life.
knows the work process of scientific writing and can use referencing systems.
- is aware of different ways to search for information and can report according to the rules for standard reporting.
Students with Finnish as the language of schooling must demonstrate such knowledge of Swedish as is required of public employees according to the law (424/2003). This means that these students should demonstrate satisfactory (grade 1-3) or good (grade 4-5) ability to use Swedish in speech and writing. Oral and written skills are assessed separately.
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge requirements
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
Kommunikation:
Underkänd
Studerande visar inte tillräcklig kompetens i ämnet.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - satisfactory-extremely satisfactory (1-2)
Students demonstrate a superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - good-extremely good (3-4)
• Students demonstrate a competence that is related and linked to the literature
• Students can reflect and justify their own points of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Communication:
Assessment criteria - excellent (5)
• Students have in-depth competence and show a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the future profession
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.
Enrollment
15.06.2023 - 10.09.2023
Timing
28.08.2023 - 15.12.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
10 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Nursing
- Degree Programme in Public Health Nursing
- Degree Programme in Midwifery
Teachers
- Anita Ståhl-Levón
- Anita Kvist
Teacher in charge
Anita Ståhl-Levón
Groups
-
USS23D-VSjukskötare (YH), h23, dagstudier, Vasa
Objective
The student:
- is familiar with his own university, its teaching methods and the use of different platforms
- reflects on the studies and is aware of the importance of personal development in relation to lifelong learning
- can communicate both orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically well-functioning way
- knows the work process for scientific writing and can use reference systems
- is familiar with literature search and has a critical thinking
- can use different channels to retrieve information and compile reports according to the standard form and layout
Content
Study information and information retrieval
Learning in an academic context
Data protection and data security
Communication for nurse/midwife/public health nurse 3 credits:
Scientific writing in Swedish and literature search both manually and in databases
Reliable source material and source criticism
Oral and written presentation
Email management and the use of social media in nursing care
Location and time
Introduction to academic studies: According to schedule
Teaching methods
Introduction to academic studies: Lecturers, presentations, virtual test (library/ informationservice). More course information can be found at Moodle.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student has a superficial knowledge of the subject (by heart reading)
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions and their knowledge of the other students' work is inadequate. The student shows limited substance knowledge, it can be essential.
The student shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student has followed the instructions for the written work. They have a deficient knowledge of the substance also touching the essential.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student can account for the literature, reflect and motivate his / her views
Assessment criteria for written work
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows insufficient knowledge about the other students' written work. The student master the substance of his work, but the application is limited
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Criteria for evaluation of the exam
The student shows in his answer an in-depth knowledge and maturity beyond the traditional
Criteria for evaluation of written work individually or in groups
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' written work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar. The written work and the possible opponentship show something out of the ordinary (technical execution, oral presentation, mature reflections, independent working methods)
The student has followed the instructions for the written work and shows that she has mastered the substance. They have read the other participants' work and can ask relevant questions and lead a discussion at the seminar.
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Further information
Students with Finnish as prior educational language have to show such skills in the Swedish language as are in accordance with the Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies (424/2003). This means that these students must show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) skills in speaking and writing Swedish. Written and oral skills are assessed separately.