Pre-arrival online training

Start Well Preorientation Webinars

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, or
• 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 and Topics

Preparing to Move to Finland – Part 1

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)

Preparing to Move to Finland – Part 2

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

Studying in a Finnish Higher Education Institution and at Savonia

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

The Importance of Learning Finnish

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

Studying at Savonia UAS

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

Working Possibilities at the Beginning of Your Studies

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

Settling Down in Kuopio

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