All instructions | Open University
By selecting a degree programme you are able to see the general content as well as the possible degree programme-specific content. You do not have to select a degree programme to see the Open University's instructions.
Search for degree programme
When you search for a degree programme by name or by part of the name the options in the list of degree programmes below the search field is narrowed down. After this you have to choose the degree programme from the list.
Open University programmes
Bachelor's Programmes
Master's and Licentiate's Programmes
Doctoral Programmes
Specialist training programmes
From this page you'll find all instructions concerning your studies in Open University. You can explore the instructions either by theme or in alphabetical order:
Instructions
Certificates of studies | Open University
This page provides information on certificates concerning the study right, studying and completed studies.
Student advice | Open university
On this page you will find information about open university student advice and other support services that you can contact when you have questions.
Compiling a study module | Open university
When all courses of a certain study module are completed, you can ask for a compilation for the module if needed. This page provides instructions on how to ask for a compilation of a study module.
Continuing and recognizing prior studies | Open university
This page provides information on how to continue or use your previous studies at the Open university.
Courses and enrolment | Open university
If you have only just started looking for open university studies and haven't yet enrolled for any of our courses, this page is the right starting point for you!
Degree-oriented studies and the Open University route | Open University
On this page you will find information and tips for open university students aiming for a degree as well as information on the so-called open university route to degree studies.
Evaluation and completed studies | Open University
On this page you will find information on the evaluation of open university studies as well as completed studies and their registration.
Examinations | Open University
This page provides information on different types of examinations at the Open University, examination tips and the grading of examinations.
Individual arrangements support studies
This page provides information on individual arrangements, intended to support your studies.
Insightful reading | Open University
On this page, you will find information on what literacy skills are needed in university studies and how to start deciphering the texts. This page also includes a text exercise and self-assessment questions.
Rules and guidelines | Open University
On this page you will find rules and guidelines for studying, the legal rights of open University students and the statutory accident insurance for students.
Libraries and information seeking | Open University
On this page you will find information on how to get books and other learning materials needed during studying.
Moodle instructions
On this page, we've gathered Moodle instructions for students.
Sisu is the new study information system at the University of Helsinki | Open University
On this page you will find Sisu instructions for Open University students.
Student checklist | Open University
On this page you will find instructions for different stages of your studies all in one place.
Your personal details | Open University
On this page, you will find information on your personal information regarding your studies, such as personal and contact details, student number, completed studies and other personal information.
The helsinki.fi email and other digital services | Open University
This page provides information on the digital services available to Open University students.
University user accounts
At the start of your studies, you get access to a University username that is used to log into email, Sisu, Moodle and other services. Remember to activate your user account in good time before your studies start.
Using AI to support learning
Can I use artificial intelligence to translate a learning diary? Or ask it to help me write an essay? On this page you can find information on the University policies on the use of AI to support teaching and learning.
Web-based studies | Open University
Most of the courses at the University of Helsinki’s Open University are organised as web-based studies, so you can participate from anywhere. On this page you will find basic information about studying on online courses.
What is cheating and plagiarism?
Good scientific and academic practice is an essential requirement in all university studies. This page provides information on, for example, the forms of misconduct and plagiarism and how to avoid plagiarism.
What is a university degree like? | Open University
On this page you will find basic information on Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the University of Helsinki.
Written assignments | Open University
How to write a summary, an essay or a good answer in an exam? On this page you can read more about written assignments.
Written expression | Open University
On the Written expression pages, you can familiarise yourself with the most common types of text in university studies: a referral, an essay and an exam answer.