Study Paths

Note!

Open studies will have no effect on your status as a first-time university applicant.

By starting in study path and continuing in degree studies, you can graduate as fast as by starting directly in degree studies.

1. Consider carefully whether you will be able to commit yourself to study path studies. Study paths often require the possibility to study in the daytime on weekdays (check the hours of your path). Study paths also consist of quite extensive study modules (1 ECTS credit refers to an average input of 27 hours of work by the student).
2. Make sure that you possess the necessary study abilities and that the special requirements for the social and health care sector are met. Check the criteria before registration.
3. Clarify any issues related to studying while being an unemployed jobseeker with your local Employment and Economic Development Office well in advance before applying for the studies! The studies will be considered full-time if you earn more than 5 ECTS credits / month. In this case, you will not be entitled to receive unemployment benefits. Instead, you may be eligible to pursue studies supported with unemployment benefit (for those aged 25 or over). 
4. Open studies are not eligible for the state’s student financial aid or student discounts unless your other studies entitle you to them.
5. Many study paths only have a few places available and they will be filled by order of enrolment, so it is advisable to act fast as soon as the registration is opened. It is also worth registering for the waiting list!
6. Make a plan for when you intend to apply for admission to degree studies. Remember to submit your application in due time.