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Itä-Suomen Yliopisto

Joensuu, Kuopio

Introduction to remote sensing and geoinformatics, MOOC, 2026-2027

Open university
Date:
1.8.2026 - 30.7.2027
Credits:
3 ECTS credits
Location:
-
Continuous learning category:
Environmental and natural sciences
Teaching format:
Online teaching, Independent learning
Price:
60 € (VAT 0%)
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Learning outcomes: The student will be able to:

  • Define the basic concepts and methods applied in remote sensing and geoinformatics
  • Identify different remotely sensed data types and handle them using geospatial software
  • Describe how remote sensing is utilised in forest research
  • Describe the main advantages and restrictions of remote sensing
  • Interpret statistical models applied in the prediction of forest attributes

Contens: Physical fundamentals and basic concepts of remote sensing and basic concepts of geoinformatics. The basic concepts of aerial and satellite imaging, laser scanning and microwave remote sensing. The basics of handling and processing of remote sensing data using geospatial software. Utilisation of remote sensing in forest research.

Study materials: Materials and exercises available online.


Target group: For those interested in forestry and remote sensing and geoinformatics.

Modes of study: Completion of MOOC course modules (6 x 5 h), exercises (15 h) and independent studying (36 h). Each module comprises a theoretical part (video and text contents), practical exercises, and an online exam.

Teaching methods: MOOC-online course, available in DigiCampus.

Teacher: Lauri Korhonen

The course is available online between Aug 1st, 2026 and July 30th, 2027. The completed MOOC course credits are recorded four times a year: at the end of September, December, March and May. To receive course credits, all assignments must be completed by the 15th day of the month in which the evaluations take place. More information, the description and timelines of the course can be found from Peppi study-guide. In their studies, open university students must adhere to the same schedules and study modes as degree students.

This course is an optional course in Basic studies in forest sciences (Metsätieteen perusopintokokonaisuus). Other courses of the basic studies are taught in Finnish.

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Study units cost 20 € / ECTS credit. This price holds for the academic year 2026-2027.
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).

Right to study will cover the lessons and exams.

Fees for purchasing/lending literature are not included in the study fee. 

If you cannot identify yourself via the Suomi.fi service but are able to pay using one of the following methods: Google Pay or Apple Pay, Visa or MasterCard, please register in the online service (choose ‘Skip identification’). Otherwise, contact the student affairs secretary (contact details below). Be prepared to verify your identity with an official ID after registration. 

If your employer is paying the course fee and you do not have access to a company credit card, contact the student affairs secretary before registering. You can find the contact details at the bottom of the page. 

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The registration is binding. Please read the Open University payment and cancellation terms before registering.

If you cannot identify yourself via the Suomi.fi service but are able to pay using one of the following methods: Google Pay or Apple Pay, Visa or MasterCard, please register in the online service (choose ‘Skip identification’). Otherwise, contact the student affairs secretary (contact details below). Be prepared to verify your identity with an official ID after registration. 

Registration online:

  1. Go to the registration service using the button on this page. You will see information about the course, which you can review before registering. Add the course to your study cart. You can also add other courses to the cart before proceeding. 
  2. Log in via the Suomi.fi service (without Finnish identification methods, choose 'skip identification'), fill in your personal details on the registration form, and confirm your registration. Pay for the studies at the time of registration.
  3. Processing the registration usually takes 2–5 business days, and at most 10 business days. After processing, you will receive an email with a link to the instructions for starting your studies. The message will include a link to our beginning instructions page where you can find all instructions on how to get started. Please read the beginning instructions carefully.

UEF username 

  • If you are studying at the University of Eastern Finland for the first time, you will receive separate instructions on how to activate your UEF username. 
  • If you already have a UEF username, change your password. 

Your username will receive the necessary access rights once your study right begins. 

Didn’t receive the message? Check your email’s spam folder. If the message is not there, contact the Open University: [email protected].

 

If your employer is paying the course fee and you do not have access to a company credit card, contact the student affairs secretary before registering. You can find the contact details at the bottom of the page. 

Registration starts:
2026-08-05 09:00
Registration ends:
2027-06-21 23:59
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More information about education

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Pyrstöjärvi, Tiina

Continuous Learning Specialist

Centre for Continuous Learning

+358403553921

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Reiman, Krista

Student Affairs Secretary

Centre for Continuous Learning

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