# Pre-arrival online training - Savonia AMK

> The Start Well preorientation webinars are designed to help new international students prepare for their move to Finland and the beginning of their studies at Savonia University of Applied Sciences.

## Overview
The Start Well preorientation webinars are designed to help new international students prepare for their move to Finland and the beginning of their studies at Savonia University of Applied Sciences. The webinars provide practical information, guidance, and the opportunity to ask questions from Savonia staff. All webinar participation links will be sent to students in one email before the webinar series starts. Please keep an eye on your email.

Each webinar includes either:
* 1 hour of information
* 1 hour of information + 1 hour of discussion

Participation is strongly recommended for all new international degree students. All webinars are intended to support your transition to Finland and Savonia. You are welcome to attend all sessions.

## Webinar Schedule

### Thursday 7 May at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Residence permits
* Registering as an attending student
* Tuition fees
* Accommodation
* Services for families
* Applying for kindergarten or school places for children
* Webropol pre-arrival survey (home assignment)

### Friday 15 May at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Financing your studies
* Possibilities to work part-time
* Working conditions with a student residence permit

### Friday 22 May at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Studying in Finnish higher education
* Academic practices and expectations
* Studying at Savonia UAS

### Thursday 28 May at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information*
Topics include:
* Why learning Finnish is important for studies, work, and everyday life
* Finnish language learning opportunities

### Thursday 4 June at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Savonia campuses
* International student services
* Support services for international students

### Thursday 13 August at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Working possibilities for students
* Combining work and studies at the beginning of your studies

### Wednesday 19 August at 13:00 (GMT+3)
*1 hour information + 1 hour discussion*
Topics include:
* Settling into daily life in Finland
* Living in Kuopio
* Practical tips for the start of your studies