Academic English and Information Literacy
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | SN00BW93 |
| Curriculum: | SH SNU2026 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Nursing |
| Year of Study: | 4 (2029-2030) |
| Semester: | Autumn |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Björninen, Karina |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Learning Outcomes
This course prepares international nursing students for all stages of their thesis process. Students will develop skills in academic writing and information literacy, including searching for scientific information, evaluating and using scholarly sources, and applying academic writing conventions. The course also covers institutional writing guidelines (APA 7), thesis-related practices such as the maturity test, and provides guidance on plagiarism policies and responsible use of AI tools in thesis work.
After completing the course, students will:
Write clear, structured academic texts following APA 7 guidelines.
Search, evaluate, and use scholarly sources effectively in studies and working life.
Use health science databases effectively for evidence-based practice.
Apply principles of information literacy to identify credible sources and avoid misinformation.
Apply institutional and ethical standards in thesis writing.
Demonstrate understanding of plagiarism policies and responsible AI use.
Prepare for implementation and reporting thesis.
Contents
Academic writing process: planning, paraphrasing, summarizing, referencing, and integrating sources
Institutional guidelines: APA 7 and thesis-specific requirements
Information literacy: searching, evaluating, and using scientific sources effectively
Use of health science databases and library services
Ethical practices: plagiarism prevention and AI usage guidelines
Thesis-related practices: maturity test and reporting standards
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
APA7, Vamk written work guidelines, teacher-provided materials.
Assessment Criteria
Pass: The student meets the course objectives, completes all required assignments on time, demonstrates academic writing and information literacy skills, and actively participates in learning activities.
Fail: The student does not meet the course objectives, fails to submit required assignments, or does not demonstrate sufficient academic writing and information literacy skills.
Further Information
Information will be completed during spring 2026. We reserve the right to make changes to the course details and content.