After completing the orientation, doctoral candidates will

• be familiar with the requirements of completing a PhD at the University of Helsinki
• be capable of self-direction and self-management in learning
• have developed interaction, communication and digital skills
• have an understanding of the scientific community and support system surrounding their research
• be familiar with future career options available to them

To be completed within six months of receiving post-graduate study rights.

Offered regularly throughout the year

Orientation will cover the following topics:

• AGFOREE profile and research areas
• AGFOREE degree structure and courses
• Thesis advisory committee meetings
• International mobility
• Research community
• Career prospects
• Digital services
• Support services
• Feedback

Attendance at a contact teaching day or taken independently through the Moodle online learning system.

The online course must be taken by all with a pass rate minimum of 80%.

• Doctoral programme webpages
• Doctoral programme welcome letter
• YEB Code of Conduct

Feedback from the teacher
Pass/Fail

AGFOREE office