During your studies | 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
Instructions
Student checklist | Open University
Here you will find instructions for different stages of your studies all in one place.
Contact information | Open university
On this page you will find information on student advice and services for open university students.
Libraries and information seeking | Open University
Information on how to get the books and other learning materials needed during the studying
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.
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.
Examinations | Open University
This page provides information on different types of examinations at the Open University, examination tips and the grading of examinations.
Moodle instructions
On this page, we've gathered Moodle instructions for students.
MOOC courses | Open University
On this page you will find instructions on how to study at a massive open online course (MOOC).
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.
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.
Continuing and recognizing prior studies | Open University
Information on how to continue or use your previous studies at the Open University
Individual arrangements support studies | Open University
Information on how to get support during the studies or in examinations.
Instructions for emergency situations
In case of an emergency do not wait for instructions from the staff, leave and help others who are in the same situation.