Orientation programme for exchange students

The orientation is organised on campus, and we strongly recommend everyone attend in person. If you cannot attend in person, there will be an opportunity to attend remotely via Zoom. The Zoom link will be added to this website later.

Welcome session 9:00–10:00

• Welcoming words from the University of Jyväskylä and practical info. You will also have a chance to meet the representative of JYY, the staff of the Student and Academic Services, and your fellow students. Learn more about identification, JYU user account, and tutoring.

Student Union JYY 10:00–10:30

• The Student Union of the University of Jyväskylä (JYY) attends to students’ interests and offers a wide range of social and recreational services. Learn more about student cards, advocacy work, and events.

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Academic practices 10:45–11:30

• Students are expected to show initiative and take responsibility in the planning of their studies and following the academic practices. Learn more about exams, grading, courses, and degree structure at the University of Jyväskylä.

Introduction to Sisu & course registration 11:30–12:00

• Learn how to create a study plan, register for courses, and use the study calendar in Sisu - our study data and course registration system. You can take your computer with you as you will get a step-by-step introduction.

LUNCH BREAK

Adapting to a new cultural environment 13:15 - 14:00

• Cultures do not meet, people do. But what does culture actually mean? Or culture shock? Learn more about adaptation, intercultural communication, and sense of belonging.

Erasmus Student Network (ESN) Jyväskylä 14:00–14:20

• ESN Jyväskylä is a local section of Erasmus Student Network (ESN), a non-profit international student organisation. ESN Jyväskylä organises quality free-time activities for all internationally minded students in Jyväskylä. Learn more what ESN Jyväskylä has to offer.

COFFEE & TEA

• Enjoy refreshments and visit the info desks of the International Office and Student Union JYY. At the info desks, you can get your arrival certificate signed, pick up your welcoming bag from the university, and also become a member of JYY.

Wednesday 26 August 9:00–16:00 Finnish time at C1

Opening Fair & Lunch 9:00–12:00

Soihtu & KOAS student housing 12:00–12:45

• Soihtu and KOAS are two major student housing providers in Jyväskylä. Learn what you can expect from living in student apartment and, in turn, what is expected of you.

Personal Safety 12:45–13:25

• In the university community, everyone has the right to a safe study and work environment. Learn more about safety on campus, traffic rules in Finland, and what to do in emergencies.

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Movi language and communication courses 13:45–14:15

• Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication (Movi) offers various language courses, and courses on academic communication, multilingual interaction, and internationalisation. Learn more about the Finnish, English and other language and communication courses available for all students.

Student Life 14:15–14:45

• Student Life is a model developed at the University of Jyväskylä since 2009 to support study ability. Its core idea is that all members of the university staff participate in supporting the wellbeing of students. In student life activities, the principle is to provide guidance and assistance quickly and individually, as required by each student's situation.

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Public health care services 15:05–15:30

• The wellbeing services county of Central Finland organizes social, health, and rescue services in Central Finland. Learn more about health care services in Jyväskylä and how to find your own health centre.

uMove 15:30–16:00

• Group fitness, ball games, gym services, courses and events - choose the ones you like the best and join the fun! The University of Jyväskylä provides excellent sports facilities and services to all students.

Each faculty will host a faculty info for its students. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences will instead host infos at the department level. Each info has its own location and time. You can find locations from the Campus map linked above.

Faculty of Education and Psychology 13:15 – 14:45 at C5

• Faculty of Education and Psychology pre-orientation 2 July at 11:00 – 12:00 Finnish time on Zoom: https://jyufi.zoom.us/j/9323288426​

School of Business and Economics 13:15 – 15:00 at Ag Delta

Faculty of Mathematics and Science 14:00 – 15:45 at Ylistö Kem3

Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences 13:00 – 14:00 at L206A

Faculty of Information Technology 12:00 – 13:00 at Ag C232.1

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (see below)

• Department of Language and Communication Studies 14:00 – 16:00 at OPK141
   
• Departments of Social Sciences and Philosophy, History and Ethnology, Music, Art and Culture Studies 13:00 – 14:30 at L209