The mode of study refers to how the program is undertaken. Most study programs are set up as full-time studies, while some offer the flexibility of part-time studies. Full-time studies for one academic year count as 60 credits, 30 credits each semester. More about the credit system.
In Face-to-face study programmes courses are generally organised so that learning occurs at a specific time and location, with students participating in real time. However, some individual courses, mandatory or elective, may be offered only through distance learning or online learning.
- Face-to-face learning courses
The course is organised so that learning occurs at a specific time and location (e.g., in a classroom), with students participating in real time.
In Distance learning study programmes courses are organised so that learning occurs online with real-time participation at online meetings, on-site sessions, or field study. Students must follow the syllabus and submit assignments before designated deadlines. If an exam is held in a course, students must take it at the specified time. Although the programme can be completed entirely through distance learning, some elective courses may be offered only face-to-face.
- Distance learning courses
The course is organised so that learning occurs online with mandatory real-time participation at online meetings, on-site sessions, or field study. Students must follow the syllabus and submit assignments before designated deadlines. If an exam is held in the course, students must take it at the specified time.
As distance learning programmes require on-site sessions or field study it is not possible to stay in the home country during the semester.
In Online learning study programmes courses are organised so that learning occurs online, and no real-time participation is required, but students must follow the syllabus and submit assignments before designated deadlines. If an exam is held in the course, students must take it at the specified time. Although the programme can be completed entirely through online learning, some elective courses may be offered only in face-to-face or distance learning mode.
- Online learning courses
The course is organised so that learning occurs online, and no real-time participation is required. Still, students must follow the syllabus and submit assignments before designated deadlines. If an exam is held in the course, then students must take it at the specified time.
In Blended learning / Mostly online learning study programmes courses may be organised as face-to-face learning, distance learning, online learning, or self-study.
- Self-study courses
The course is based on an arrangement between the student and the instructor, and learning occurs irrespective of time and place (e.g., reading course, individual assignment).