Finnish Media Sector and Working LifeLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The student understands the role of the media in Finnish society. They know the function and importance of Finnish media institutions. The student understands the practices and methods of the media professions of interest to them. They understand how to find employment in the media sector. The student understands the Finnish working culture and recognizes professional practices in the media sector. 

Content

The course examines the role of the media in Finnish society and examines the functioning and significance of Finnish media institutions. The students will learn about the practices and methods of media professions and how to understand how to find employment in the media sector. A key objective is to increase students' understanding of the Finnish working culture and to identify professional practices in the media sector. All the exercises in the course cover media-related topics, such as concepts, working environments, different work situations and ethics. In addition, students will develop their skills to become media professionals and gain employment in the field.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to use well the course concepts and to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and is able to make justified and fluent analysis on course subject area. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge and skills in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze the competencies of the study field and the development of his/her own knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student is able to identify and use the course subject area’s concepts and understands the conditions of knowledge and skills development.