Degree Programmes conducted in Swedish 2014–
Degree Programme in Civic Activity and Youth Work (210 cr)
Degree: Bachelor of Humanities
Qualification title: Bachelor of Humanities
Duration of studies: 3,5 years
Qualification title: Bachelor of Humanities
Duration of studies: 3,5 years
Generic competences
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| Code | Name | Cr/year/total | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Realization plans | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Total | |
| Gru | 51 cr | ||||||
| ME10US | 24 | 24 cr | |||||
The students * are able to communicate and work as part of a team. The students are able to contribute their own knowledge and work to the team, while also considering the other team members and follow agreed rules * are able to identify their own development needs and develop their own knowledge * are aware of the group processes in the groups they are members of and can analyse the group processes in the groups they lead * are able to apply experiential education and creative activities in pedagogical processes with various target groups * are able to consider environmental and security aspects of their work * are able to work in an experimental and evaluative manner | |||||||
| ME10US04 | Experiential Education 1The students - feel secure in nature - are able to plan and lead educational activities in outdoor spaces - are able to consider the environmental aspects of their work - are able to make a security plan and consider security aspects in their activities 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10US05 | Experiential Education 2The students - are able to apply experiential education and group dynamics in order to further a positive group development in various communities 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10US06 | Creative Activities 1The students - have an understandig of the artistically creative process and the communication that might occure when people meet through creative activities 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10US07 | Creative Activities 2The students - are able to work in an experimental and evaluative way - are able to apply theit knowledge of group processes when working with creative processes in various communities 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10US03 | Group DynamicsThe students * are able to identify their own development needs and develop their knowledge as member of a group * take responsibility for their own activities and act according to the methods agreed within the group * are capable of collaborative learning and of sharing their knowledge * are able to listen to others and present information * take other people into consideration * understand the significance of group dynamics and are able to apply knowledge on group processes in various communities 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10MU | 27 | 27 cr | |||||
The students * are aware of the significance of civic activity and youth work in society and know the central actors within the field in Finland * know the social and financial connections within organisations of their own field * know leisure time as a context for identity creation and self expression * are able to search, handle and critically examine information within their own field and grasp overall structures * are able to learn together with others and share their knowledge with their peer students * are able to make presentations in Swedish and Finnish, in writing as well as orally and visually, by means of various communication style * know the sub-areas of project work and are able to participate in projects and use information and communication technology in project work | |||||||
| ME10MU01 | The Professional Image of a Community EducatorThe students * know the central competences, values, targets and tasks of a community educator * are aware of the significance of civic activity and youth work in society * know the central legislation and the central actors within youth work and civic activity in Finland 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10MU02 | Leisure TimeThe students * understand leisure time as a context for identity creation and self expression * understand leisure as an occupational field and research object 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10MU03 | Municipal Decision Making and AdministrationThe students * know the structures of municipal decision making * know the principles of municipal organisation and the financing of youth work 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10MU04 | AssociationsThe students * are able to apply the Associations Act *know and understand the social and financial connections between associations and non-governmental organisations 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10IN01 | Introduction to University StudiesThe students * know their own university, field of study and learning style * reflect on their studies and future plans and are aware of the importance of personal development in relation to life-long learning and their profession * are able to create their own knowledge and their personal learning environments * are familiar with the research process * know how to research and critically evaluate information * are able to plan, carry out and evaluate processes * know how to apply the tools of project planning and administration * are able to work with others in groups and teams regardless of background 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| YH10FI01 | FinnishThe students * are able to express themselves in a professional manner in speech and writing in working life situations, including an ability to encounter clients and co-operation partners * know the central terminology in Finnish of their field and are able to read specialist literature for their studies, in their future occupation and for their professional development *display such knowledge of the Finnish language as is required of public employees by law (424/2003). This means that the student must display a satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing. Oral and written abilities are assessed separately. 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10SV01 | SwedishThe students * are able to communicate orally and in writing in a structured and linguistically adequate way, according to the requirements of working life and society * are familiar with the working process for academic writing and know how to use a reference system * are aware of various channels for researching information and are able to report according to the rules of standard composition 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10MU05 | ICTThe students * know how to use word processing software * are able to use software for visualising oral presentations and creating posters * know the basics of calculation software * realise the opportunities the social media offer youth work and civic activity * are able to use social media for informing, engaging and influencing | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| Yrk | 96 cr | ||||||
| ME10PA | 24 | 24 cr | |||||
The students * are able to reflect upon their own basic educational attitude * in are able to apply the basic values of their field, and also the principles of occupational ethics within it in their activities * understand the laws of human development and individual variations * have knowledge particularly of the living conditions of young persons and youth cultures * are able to instruct groups and communities consisting of persons of various ages by using pedagogical methods furthering participation and citizenship * are able to apply pedagogical models and methods for creating an environmental responsibility | |||||||
| ME10PA05 | Life Cycle Psychology 1The students - undersatnd the theoretical basis of the behavioral sciences - understand the laws of human development and individual variations 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10PA06 | Life Cycle Psychology 2The students - have knowledge of the living conditions of young persons, youth cultures and challenges caused by development 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10PA07 | Educational Work 1The students - understand the theoretical base of education - are able to reflect upon their own basic educational attitude 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10PA08 | Educational Work 2The students - are able to fomulate aims, choose methods and instruct according to the wishes, needs, age and life situation of the target group - are able to apply a gender-sensitive approach in their educational work 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10PA03 | Educational Activities in Special GroupsThe students * know the supporting structures and mechanisms of society and the service systems and actors who work for persons with special needs * are able to use participation furthering methods and to support persons with special needs * are able to apply the basic values of their field, and also the principles of occupational ethics within it in their activities 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10PA04 | Environmental EducationThe students * are able to apply pedagogical methods for creating an environmental responsibility * take responsibility for their activities and act according to agreed methods 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10IG | 24 | 24 cr | |||||
The students * are familiar with the structures, mechanisms and service systems of society. Are able to explore social phenomena at international, national and local levels. * have knowledge of the international actors, agreements and legislation relevant for their field * understand the general aims for intercultural education and are able to apply them in their own pedagogical work, and are able to work in multicultural working environments * are able to instruct groups and communities consisting of persons of various backgrounds by using pedagogical methods furthering participation and integration * are able to apply the bases of sustainable development in their own activities * are able to use English in writing and orally in professional contexts | |||||||
| ME10IG01 | Integration, Refugees and ImmigrationThe students * are able to explore multicultural issues at international, national and local levels * are familiar with the structures and mechanisms in society that further integration * have knowledge of the service systems and actors that work with integration 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10IG02 | Human RightsThe students * know the international agreements and actors that work for human rights * know how international agreements are considered in national legislation * know the national legislation within human rights 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10IG03 | Multicultural WorkThe students * are able to instruct groups and communities consisting of persons of various backgrounds by using methods furthering participation and integration * are able to act according to their own values and present arguments to support it * develop their own cultural sensitivity 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10IG04 | International Youth WorkThe students * understand the opportunities of internationalisation within civic activity and youth work * know the national and international actors and programmes relevant for the field * understand the general aims of intercultural education and are able to apply them * are able to work in multicultural working environments 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| UOÅ10HU01 | Sustainable DevelopmentThe students * know that sustainable development includes ecological, economical, technical, social and cultural aspects, which are all interdependent * understand that the opportunities for future survival and a good life are dependent on a sustainable utilization of nature, people and the environment * know how to consider the ecological, social and cultural aspects of sustainable development as well as aspects of availability in all their activities and to operate in their own working environment in a sustainable manner * are able to take responsibility for contributing to a globally sustainable social development Competence within sustainable development also includes the following: communicative and social competence, ethical competence, competence within developmental activities, international competence, competence within organisations and society. 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| YH10EN01 | EnglishThe students * are able to communicate professionally orally and in writing in various working life situations * know the central terminology in English of their own field and are able to read the main contents of specialist literature * hold a positive attitude to developing their receptive and productive language abilities and know the relevant tools for this, and * are aware of cultural differences in international contexts 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| UOÅ10IL01 | Introduction to Intercultural LeadershipThe students * understand cultural differences and are able to co-operate with persons regardless of their background * reflect on their own cultural identity and their own attitudes * know what is characteristic for a multicultural society * understand the impacts of internationalisation and its opportunities in their own professional field *understand what is needed for good management in multicultural environments 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10SI | 24 | 24 cr | |||||
The students * know the structures of society and opportunities for influencing it * are able to create communities and work with multiprofessional groups * are able to formulate aims and choose methods for enabling participation in groups, communities and working life * are able to apply the principles for sustainable development in their work and are aware of the social responsibility of organisations * are able to study and analyse scientific texts and to see the connection between research and practical activities | |||||||
| ME10SI04 | Participation and Influence Methods 1The students - understand the motives for participation of individuals and are able to analyse their own participation and influence on the participation of others - are able to instruct various target groups consisting of members of various ages by using methods that further participation - are able to analyse the actors in the field from a participation perspective - are able to apply the principles for sustainable development in their activities, focussing on social sustainability, and are aware of the social responsibility of organisations - are able to analyse phenomena and consider the perspectives of the individual, community and society when making decisions 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10SI05 | Participation and Influence Methods 2The students - are familiar with the various forums for influence and are able to use various tools for obtaining participation - know the living conditions of young people and are able to support the participation and citizenship of young people - are able to support individuals with special need for support considering the relevant legislation 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10SI02 | Social StructuresThe students * know the structures and service systems of society and are able to explore and analyse social phenomena at local, national and international levels * have knowledge of social systems and social policy and of how these can be used to influence peoples living conditions * are able to identify power structures in society and have developed a critical attitude towards oppressive structures * know what opportunities for social influence there are, which can be used for developing their own industry 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10SI03 | InclusionThe students * know the importance of various communities for the development of individuals * are able to make use of the resources and development potential of a group in order to strengthen the individual and the groups opportunities for action and influence * know and can use inclusive methods for the development of individuals and groups 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| UOÅ10FM01 | Research MethodologyThe students * are able to apply the research process systematically and flexibly in the degree thesis process and in projects * are able to apply research ethics in the research process * are able to understand and apply qualitative and quantitative methods * are able to study and analyse scientific texts and to see the connection between research and practical activities * are able to use evidence-based knowledge * are able to form a personal opinion and to ask relevant questions 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10LM | 15 | 15 cr | |||||
The students * are able to lead multiprofessional teams and to instruct various target groups according to principles and methods adequate for the target group and task * are able to take initiatives and have the ability to foresee changes in the leisure behaviour of individuals * are familiar with theories and methods used in working life and understand financial realities and structures * are able to apply the principles for sustainable development in their work and are aware of the social responsibility of their working community and organisation | |||||||
| ME10LM01 | Multiprofessional ManagementThe students * are, in their role as experts and developers of working life, able to apply the values of their own field, and also the principles of its occupational ethics * are able to collaborate with and lead others in multiprofessional teams and communities * are able to apply the principles of sustainable development in their work and are aware of the social responsibility of their working community and organisation * consider the perspectives of the individual, working community and society when making decisions * are capable of leading various projects and working in a project-based way within various working communities 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| ME10LM02 | Development WorkshopThe students * are able to take initiatives and have the ability to foresee changes in the leisure behaviour of individuals * are able to develop in collaboration with others and understand the significance of various knowledge in order for creative processes to appear * are able to see various opportunities in the activities and have a developmental attitude * are able to utilise research results in development work 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| UOÅ10AJ01 | Law and Legislation in Working LifeThe students * know what opportunities for social influence are available which can be used for developing their own field * know the operating forms of occupational life and can act in a working community * know and can apply occupational laws * know the main principles for the operations and management of organisations and are prepared to lead work within these * know the social and financial connections within organisations of their own field *are able to assess the activities of the working community by planning, organising and developing the work in changing situations in occupational life 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| UOÅ10EF01 | Business Economy and EntrepreneurshipThe students * understand enterprise and entrepreneurship by knowing the financial factors of profitability, the monetary transactions of business, the role of accounts, the basics of periodization and the structure of profit and loss accounts and balance sheets, and by possessing knowledge of the economics of entrepreneurship from the development of a business idea to business activities 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10UA | 9 | 9 cr | |||||
The students * are able to develop processes, methods and ways of working within youth work and civic activity * are able apply the basic values of the field in their role as developers of activities * are able to foresee and evaluate social and field-specific trends * are familiar with suitable methods within research and development, and are able to carry out challenging projects within their activities * observe research ethics | |||||||
| ME10UA01 | Research and Development MethodsThe students * are, in their roles as experts and developers of working life, able to apply the values of their own field, and also the principles of its occupational ethics * are familiar with suitable methods within research and development, and are able to carry out challenging projects within their activities using these 1 | 3 | 3 cr | ||||
| ME10UA02 | Future Visions and Pro-ActivityThe students * are able to learn together with others and share their knowledge within cross-sectoral working communities * are able to take initiative and have the ability to foresee changes * are familiar with tools and methods for identifying trends and needs for change * are able to initiate innovative processes and products * possess a pride in their profession and an understanding of the aims of their work and the significance of occupational ethics * can handle change and are able to see and make use of various opportunities for learning and activities 1 | 6 | 6 cr | ||||
| Pra | 33 cr | ||||||
| ME10PR | 33 cr | ||||||
The students * are able to formulate their learning goals and plan their tasks * are able to organise their own activities * are capable of working independently in various working communities and of initiating their own development suggestions * are familiar with various forms and routines of operation within the public sector and the third sector * are aware of the responsibilities held by a civic educator as to sustainable development * are able to apply the competences obtained during their studies * have created their own networks and contacts for their future professional needs * are able to document and evaluate their contributions in relation to prior experiences and theoretical professional knowledge | |||||||
| ME10PR01 | 9 | 9 cr | |||||
| ME10PR02 | 12 | 12 cr | |||||
| ME10PR03 | 12 | 12 cr | |||||
| Val | 15 cr | ||||||
| ME10VA | 15 cr | ||||||
The students choose elective studies which support them in their professional profile, personal development and contribute to their professional maturity and competence. The elective studies may consist of projects, work placement or modules and courses from the students own degree programme, other programmes within Novia, or of courses from other institutions. The choice of courses should always be discussed with the Head of Degree Programme. | |||||||
| Lär | 15 cr | ||||||
| 15 | 15 cr | ||||||
The students * are able to apply their practical and theoretical competences on current problems within their own professional field * are able to take responsibility for and present their choice of methods for carrying out commissions or projects * are able to reflect upon, document and report developmental processes * possess a critical and analytical ability * are able to display their professional competence | |||||||
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