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Itä-Suomen Yliopisto

Joensuu, Kuopio

Academic and Professional English 2, online teaching, spring 2026

Open university
smart for good
Credits:
2 ECTS credits
Location:
-
Continuous learning category:
Languages and communication
Teaching format:
Distance teaching
Price:
40 € (VAT 0%)
Jatkuva oppiminen verkkosivut

Contents: During the course, students practice oral and written communication related to their discipline and profession in English. Students are introduced to the writing process and drafting of presentations, learn vocabulary specific to their field, and rehearse and give an oral presentation on a topic in the subject. Students also prepare a written assignment on a topic in their field of study.

Learning outcomes: The student can/is able to:

  • Discuss topics related to their field in English
  • Apply intercultural communication skills as well as English language conventions in discussions, presentations and other oral assignments
  • Write texts related to their field with sufficient fluency
  • Prepare and give a clear presentation on a topic related to their field
  • Give and receive constructive feedback and develop their skills based on the feedback provided
  • Work independently and in a group and evaluate their own learning.

Academic English course according to UEF degree requirements

Study method: The student is required to actively participate in online teaching which can be for all the group or in small groups. The course includes, for example, written individual and group assignments and discussions. Open University students must reserve 54 hours of studying for the course. It is completed as 2 ECTS.

Teaching is carried out as online/remote learning. Active participation in online learning and the course includes assignments and exercises. Scheduled classes are mandatory. Adequate technical equipment (e.g., a sufficiently fast network connection, headphones, microphone, and webcam) and the ability to use the required technology are required for online participation.

Schedule: 30.1.–8.5.2025. Lectures on Fridays at 10-12 (NOT 6.3., 3.4.), on Friday 6.2. at 9-11 and on Thursday 23.4. at 10-12.

Learning material: Material and online material provided by the teacher.

For more information: Study Guide in Peppi.

Individual courses are 20 euros per ECTS credit. The prices are valid for the 2025-2026 academic year.
For more information on study fees and payment and cancellation terms, please see: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi). Study right will cover the lessons and exams.
Fees for purchasing/lending literature are not included in the study fee. 
If you can’t identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service or your employer pays for your studies, please contact our academic affairs coordinator; their contact information is below.


Daytime and evening teaching
English

Register for studies

I Click the registration button on this page. You will be directed to our registration service with the study unit already selected. You can add several study units to your study cart before you continue.

II Proceed to identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service, fill in your personal information to the registration form, confirm your registration and pay the study fees. If you cannot use the Suomi.fi service, please contact our academic affairs coordinator, their information can be found below.

Please note that the registration is binding. For more information on study fees and payment and cancellation terms, please see: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi).

III Your registration will typically be processed in 2-5 working days. During peak registration periods, this may take up to 10 days. After this period, you will get an automatic message which includes a link to the starting instructions. Please read and follow the instructions carefully.

 

If you do not have a UEF username, you will also get instructions for activating one. Access rights will be added to your username when your study right begins.

 

If you can’t find these messages, remember to check your email’s trash folder, and contact the open university staff if needed.

 

If your employer would pay your tuition fee, please contact our academic affairs coordinator. Their contact information can be found below.

Registration starts:
2025-11-24 09:00
Registration ends:
2026-01-19 23:59
Registration

More information about education

Profile picture: Sanna Vikla

Vikla, Sanna

Continuous Learning Specialist

Centre for Continuous Learning

+358504666591

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Laitinen, Anna

Academic Affairs Coordinator

Centre for Continuous Learning

+358505993764