The course takes place in period
- 3 (2020-01-01 to 2020-03-22)
- 4 (2020-03-23 to 2020-07-31)
Level/category
Teaching language
English
Type of course
Optional
Cycle/level of course
First
Recommended year of study
3
Total number of ECTS
15 cr
Competency aims
The study module focuses on the theoretical and
methodological knowledge that prepare students
for the real life work experiences included in
the module, this strengthen students
professional identity and enhance future
employability.
Learning outcomes
At the end of the course the student is expected
to be able to...
Express and argue for your own views in various
professional, social and cultural contexts
Lead, collaborate with others and work
effectively in groups
Can evaluate team's work and process in the
project
Can identify her/his own effort and its value
for the project
Be sensitive to others and can handle conflict
Resolve problems and make informed decisions
Master the relevant tools and systems that are
used in the field
Apply different methods to develop his/her own
professional field in a systematic and
innovative way
Comprehend the principles of a user-oriented
action and has the readiness for business and
entrepreneurship
Course contents
To learn more about the course contents, please
visit our stand on My
Future Work event on Tuesday 14th of January.
Course introduction on Monday 20.1 in A510 at
10.30-11.30
In this course module you can choose between 3
alternative paths. Strong commitment for both
alternatives is needed.
Path A. Self-driven problem-solving project in
an organization or in a company (individual) (
This self-driven study module (extension
studies) is carried out in close collaboration
with an organization or a company within a
chosen theme area. Student is responsible for
arraigning the contract with the organization
herself/himself.
The student is engaged and responsible for a
real-life development project in a workplace and
applies earlier learned a service design
thinking and a user-oriented approach when
solving a problem/challenge that is given in
advance.
A concrete result in form of e.g a demo or areas
of improvement will be presented in the end of
the course for both the organization and
teacher.
These studies are carried out at a workplace
according to an individual and flexible study
plan as a project (5-15 ECTS). Complementary
courses related to the project can be chosen
from Arcada or other Universities. The course is
evaluated in a variety of ways e.g. through
presentations, blogs, vlogs and various types of
work samples.
Path B. Work life related project in
multiprofessional teams facilitated in Arcada
ALTERNATIVE 1 (5 ects)
The Arcada Coaching Clinic LAB - you
will work in multidisciplinary teams and solve
real work life challenges met in a safe
environment at Arcada.
The LAB process consists of ONE intensive week
(20-24.4 & 27.4 )of concept creation, demo
development, test and
evaluation AND Studymaterial & workshops before
the intensive week.
All this you will experience with a
guidance of a LAB-facilitator and coaches. The
program is structured and will follow the Arcada
Coaching Clinic LAB model created by Arcada
students and coaches. You will be presented a
large amount of different tools and methods
which will be valuable for you not only in this
development process but also in your future work
life.
A crucial part of this whole module is self-
reflection of the development of your work life
skills.
Participation during 5 days from 9-18.
ALTERNATIVE 2 (5-15 ects)
Development project (for a company or
organisation) facilitated in Arcada
Additional information
To learn more about the course contents, please
visit our stand on My Future Work event on
Tuesday 14th of January.
Course introduction (mandatory) on Monday 20.1
in A510 at 10.30-11.30
Study activities
- Individual- and group instruction - 25 hours
- Practical exercises - 0 hours
- Project- and production work/artistic activities - 0 hours
- Individual studies - 160 hours
- Internet-based studies - 60 hours
- - 160 hours
- Practical training - 0 hours
Workload
- Total workload of the course: 405 hours
- Of which autonomous studies: 405 hours
- Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours
Mode of Delivery
Multiform education
Assessment methods
Essays, reports, productions and portfolio
Assessment requirements
To pass the course the student should pass the
following examinations:
Examination 1 ....
Examination 2.... etc.
(examinations include written examination tests,
demonstrations and presentations, reports and
produktions, essays, and also presence at
specified occasions)
The examinations contribute to the final grade
as
follows: ...
Teacher
- Eriksson Birgitta
- Hernberg Mervi
- Kietz Tove
- Silfver Jessica
- Silin Richard
- Törnblom Cia
- Wikström-Grotell Camilla
Examiner
Hernberg Mervi
Home page of the course
Group size
No limit (5 students enrolled)
Assignments valid until
Until further notice
Course enrolment period
2019-12-24 to 2020-01-20
Assessment methods
Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
Date | Time | Room | Title | Description | Organizer |
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2020-01-20 | 10:30 - 11:30 | A510 | My Future Work Life 2 | Course introduction, mandatory participation - welcome! | Hernberg Mervi Kietz Tove Silfver Jessica Silin Richard |
2020-03-12 | 12:00 - 15:00 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Workshop Wellbeing and positive psychology at Work | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-03-18 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E491 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
|
2020-03-18 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E486 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
|
2020-03-18 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E494 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
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2020-03-19 | 12:00 - 14:00 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Staff discussion and facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-03-25 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E494 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
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2020-03-25 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E491 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
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2020-03-25 | 13:00 - 16:00 | E486 | My Future Work Life 2 | Silfver Jessica Werner Tove |
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2020-03-26 | 10:00 - 11:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-04-02 | 12:30 - 13:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-04-16 | 12:00 - 13:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-04-29 | 13:00 - 14:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-05-07 | 10:00 - 11:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |
2020-05-13 | 10:00 - 11:30 | C350 | My Future Work Life 2 | Facilitation | Hernberg Mervi Nygård Maria Törnblom Cia |