# Instructions for Open UAS students - Savonia AMK

> As a student of the Open University of Applied Sciences, you have access to the same Savonia services as degree students. When you start your studies, you will get e.g. a Savonia username and password, e-mail address, and printing right.

## Savonia Credentials
With your Savonia credentials, you can log in to Savonia’s electronic services on campuses (on your own laptop or on campus computers) and remotely on your home or work computer and mobile phone.

*   **Credentials include:** Username, student email, and campus password.
*   **Validity:** Credentials work for a maximum period of the granted study right and stop working when you have completed or discontinued your studies.
*   **Setup:** See instructions for setting up your credentials and multi-step authentication (MFA).

## Digital Learning Environments
This guide is designed to make online courses easier to navigate and is open to everyone: [Edunia Guide](https://edunia.savonia.fi/course/view.php?id=484).

### Moodle
*   **Address:** [moodle.savonia.fi](https://moodle.savonia.fi)
*   **Usage:** Sharing materials, returning assignments, online exams, and sharing links/dates for Zoom lectures.
*   **Login:** 
    *   Savonia students: Use "Savonia-kampustunnus/Savonia Campus ID".
    *   Students from other Finnish higher education institutions: Use "HAKA-luottamusverkosto/HAKA trust network".

### Edunia
*   **Address:** [edunia.savonia.fi](https://edunia.savonia.fi)
*   **Login:** Personal Google IDs, Microsoft IDs, Savonia campus IDs, or HAKA trust network IDs.

## Student Services and Systems
*   **Peppi ([peppi.savonia.fi](https://peppi.savonia.fi)):** View study rights, save and print transcripts or study certificates.
*   **Reppu ([amksavonia.sharepoint.com/sites/reppu-en](https://amksavonia.sharepoint.com/sites/reppu-en)):** Student Intranet for information regarding studying and student guidance.
*   **Tuudo:** Smartphone application for timetables and other useful information.

## IT Support
In case of IT problems, activation of Savonia credentials, or login problems, contact the Savonia Service Desk:
*   [Electronic service channel (no login required)](https://servicedesk.savonia.fi)
*   [Electronic service with authentication (login with Savonia credentials)](https://servicedesk.savonia.fi)

## Library and Printing
*   **Library:** Get a library card by filling out the library’s customer information form. Both campus libraries and electronic publications are available. More information on the [library’s website](https://kirjasto.savonia.fi/en/).
*   **Printing:** A printing/copying quota of 15 euros is added to students every semester (January 1 and August 1).
    *   Multifunction devices are located in campus corridors.
    *   Print queues: "Security printing Canon" or "Security printing Xerox".

## Guidance and Support
*   **Study Advisors:** Provide official transcripts and certificates. Contact: [opiskelijapalvelut@savonia.fi](mailto:opiskelijapalvelut@savonia.fi) or +358 44 785 7001.
*   **Study Counsellors:** The Guidance Specialist for Open UAS is Mari Miettinen ([mari.miettinen@savonia.fi](mailto:mari.miettinen@savonia.fi), +358447857425). You can also contact study counsellors within your specific study field.

## Important Information for Open UAS Students
*   **Benefits:** Open UAS students are not entitled to study grants, student cards, or student discounts for train/long-distance transport. Some campus restaurants offer a small lunch discount; request a meal card to prove your student status.
*   **Unemployment:** If you are unemployed, consult your TE Services officer regarding financial assistance for self-motivated study or unemployment allowance.
*   **Study Certificates:** Available from the student services of the Open UAS.
*   **Study Performance:** Track data in [Peppi](https://peppi.savonia.fi) or the [My Studyinfo service](https://opintopolku.fi).
*   **Curricula and Schedules:** Found in [Savonia’s study guide](https://opinto-opas.savonia.fi). You can browse schedules on the [Savonia website](https://lukujarjestys.savonia.fi).