This document provides an overview of the learning track for degree students at a university of applied sciences. It introduces some basic concepts like flexible study paths that allow for variation and multidisciplinary study modules. Students can choose from options like international studies where they can study abroad, and cooperative learning where they study and work in groups. The learning track is designed to guide students through their individual studies using courses, modules, and degree programs across five study periods while exposing them to opportunities like innovative projects and experiences in authentic work environments.

1. Learning track 2015

2. Welcome, degree students
To a university of applied sciences that offers many
opportunities.

3. The learning track presentation consists of
 A few basic concepts to begin with
• Flexible study paths
• Multidisciplinary study modules
• International studies
• Cooperative learning

4. A few basic concepts to begin with
 Course
Education and learning is guided by the learning targets, content,
any prerequisite studies and assessment criteria set in the
curriculum for the course.
 Module
A module consists of a set of courses
 Individual learning track
By learning tracks we mean a Metropolia student's individual and/or
cooperative study options that are flexible.
 Study periods
Metropolia's academic year is divided into five periods.
 Degree programme
Degree studies are organised as degree programmes.

5. Flexible study paths
 Studies have been planned flexibly,
to allow variation, but also to provide a challenge.
 Studies can follow various paths.
There are various alternatives
depending on the field of study.
 The alternatives and options are closely linked to working life.
The paths will support your learning. Tutoring is part of the
education.
 Courses and modules make up larger units with a certain
theme.
 Courses are worth 5, 10 or 15 credit points.

6. Multidisciplinary study modules
 Innovation studies
 All students have some innovation studies that are completed
in project groups. The target is to practice innovation issues.
 Common Elective Modules
 You can select modules of 15 or 30 credit points from
Metropolia's common education offering (for example,
Management, Entrepreneurship, Design, Communications or
Sustainable Development) or in your own field of study.
 Final project part of practical project
 You can take part in various Metropolia or working life
projects.

7. International studies
As a student you can
 go on a student exchange / placement abroad
 participate in a study tour, Summer/Winter School or an
intensive course abroad
 become an international/exchange tutor
 study languages and intercultural communication,
 participate in an international study module
 as well as the international weeks organized by the degree
programmes

8. Cooperative learning
• Courses are grouped into modules, studying together and
working in groups.
• Part of the studies involve education in teams and projects.
• The strength and expertise of all students will be put into good
use.
• Learning takes place in a variety of environments:
e-learning, simulations, laboratories,
authentic working life,
swarming and projects.

9. Links
 Metropolia presentation
 Curricula
 Study guide
Illustrations by Olli Vihma.

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