Nursing TopUp - Structure of Studies
The curriculum presented reflects the current programme, but individual study paths may vary. For the latest details, please contact the Degree Programme Director.
This curriculum below is for students who already have a bachelor's degree obtained in a country outside of the EU. For those who have a diploma, an additional 30 ECTS (methodology and thesis) are also included in the studies, comprising a total of 90 ECTS.
Finnish Nursing Competencies, 35 ECTS
| Name of study unit | Credits |
| Nursing and Healthcare in Finland: Skills, Simulation and Application of Critical Thinking in Finnish care settings | 10 |
| Medication Administration and Patient Safety in Finland | 5 |
| Finnish Society and Healthcare Legislation | 5 |
| Nursing Finnish, level B1 Professional Communication | 5 |
| Nursing Swedish, From level 0 to Beginners A1 | 5 |
| Academic Essay | 5 |
Competencies
Within these study units we will focus on the following competencies:
- Learning and Career-orientated competencies
- Ethical and Sustainable competencies
- Communicative and Social Competencies
- Technological Competencies
- Local and Global Societal Competencies
- Innovation and Development Competencies.
SDG’s in focus:
#3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.
Finnish Nursing in Practice, 25 ECTS
| Name of study unit | Credits |
| Clinical Practice: Finnish Nursing Introduction and community care Primary Care, Elderly care, Home care and Service home (7 weeks) |
7,5 |
| Clinical Practice: Finnish Hospital Setting Internal Medicine and Surgical Care (5 weeks) |
7,5 |
| Clinical Practice: Extension Studies Environment of choice (7 weeks) |
10 |
Competencies
Within this study unit we will focus on the following competencies:
- Professional engagement competence
- Clinical care competence
- Health promoting competence
- Learning and Tutoring competence
- Nursing ethics competence
- Interprofessional work and safety culture
- Leadership and decision-making competence.
SDG’s in focus:
#3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.