The study plan includes 30 ECTS credits of elective studies, so‑called development studies. Development studies can be completed either at Arcada or at another university.

The following development studies are offered during academic year 2026-2027:

Name

ECTS cr

Period

 

Finnish for Beginners (recommended time: third year of study)

Finnish for Beginners 1 

Finnish for Beginners 2 

Finnish for Beginners 3 

15 

5

5

5

see below

1

2

3

 

Swedish for Beginners (recommended time: third year of study)

Swedish for Beginners 3 

Swedish for Beginners 4 

10 

5

5

see below

1

2

 

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills 

Business Modelling and Validation 

Business Practicalities 

15 

5

5

5

see below

3

4

3

 

Online Media

Game Design and Production

15

15

se nedan

3-4

 

Fundamentals of Business

Introduction to Logistics

5

5

see below

3

 
Compassion at Work 1-4 (self-studies)  
Languages - provided by Hanken School of Economics (French, German, Russian, Spanish) 10/15     

As a bachelor student, you can also explore the opportunity to take development studies offered by other degree programmes at Arcada. You may also look at the courses offered by other UAS/Universities. Please find more detailed information behind the links below: