Learning and Study Skills (5 ECTS)

Learning outcomes

The student
• is able to work in digital learning environments and use the most common computer software and tools
• is able to apply basic scientific writing and professional presentation skills in learning assignments
• knows how to obtain knowledge in their learning environment
• is able to plan their studies, time management and career path
• identifies the factors affecting their well-being and knows how to use Metropolia’s student well-being services
• understands sustainable development as part of health care and social services.

In addition, the student
• has basic knowledge of information security and data protection
• knows the best practices of information security in higher education
• is able to handle data and information appropriately in a higher education environment, for example in the context of writing a thesis
• identifies threats to information security and in the cyber world at a basic level of knowledge
• understands the basic principles of the operation of large language models
• is aware of the limitations of artificial intelligence (AI)
• is able to train their own AI model and critically evaluate its performance
• is familiar with different models of AI.

Content

• Metropolia’s digital learning environments and the use of cloud services, templates and basic software
• Data protection and information security
• Basics of scientific writing and professional presentation skills
• Study skills and basics of information search
• Code of conduct and regulations governing studies
• Introduction to the student’s field of study
• Planning and support for the studies and career path
• Basics of sustainable development in health care and social services
• Basics of information security
• Basics of artificial intelligence

Teaching methods

Interactive lecturer
Distance learning
Contact teaching
Learning assignment
Tutorials
Assignment-base instruction
Tutoring
Collaborative learning

Location and time

1. period, Autumn 2025 Myllypuro campus

Learning materials and recommended literature

Moodle materials
Additional materials to be announced

Alternative completion methods of implementation

N/A

Internship and working life connections

N/A

Exam dates and retake possibilities

N/A

International connections

International affairs general info.

Student workload

5 ECTS = 135 students work hours

Content scheduling

N/A

Further information for students

If the student has individualized educational support / study arrangements, shall this student contact the teacher of the course immediately after the end of the registration period (or latest before the start of the course.)

It is not allowed to use or distribute any tasks, assignments or MATERIALS in any other way than in the student's own studies. Distributing ONLY with the teacher's personal permission

Using of AI in assignments according to Metropolia UAS instructions

The course uses a Moodle course, to which a course key is provided via OMA before the start of the course.

Assessment methods and criteria

Active participation in meetings, approved learning assignment and presentation, oppiportti - learning assignment.

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Assessment: Pass/Fail
For assessment criteria, see the attachment.
The assessment criteria for beginners are applied.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Assessment: Pass/Fail
For assessment criteria, see the attachment.
The assessment criteria for beginners are applied.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Assessment: Pass/Fail
For assessment criteria, see the attachment.
The assessment criteria for beginners are applied.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Assessment: Pass/Fail
For assessment criteria, see the attachment.
The assessment criteria for beginners are applied.