EduTravel – nature pedagogy
Welcome to Xamk!
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) is the 5th largest University of Applied Sciences in Finland. We provide education in eight fields of study, participate in research and development work and provide services to the businesses and residents of the area.
Xamk focuses on wellbeing, technology and creative industries. We have campuses in four towns: Kotka, Kouvola, Mikkeli and Savonlinna.
Relations with nature – nature pedagogy – EduTravel 9.10.-13.10.2023
During the EduTravel visit, you will get acquainted with Xamk’s pedagogical methods and solutions.
You will
- learn about our education on nature pedagogy
- participate in nature-based learning environments which combine theory and practice in nature pedagogy
- get familiarized with Xamk’s teaching methods on nature pedagogy
- visit and explore the nature pedagogy facilities and environments
- visit companies related to the nature-based work
- meet students and staff of the nature-based social work education.
Facts
LANGUAGE
English
DURATION
5 days
TARGET GROUP
18+ years old students, teachers, professionals and other individuals.
GROUP SIZE
Min. 10 participants
Max. 15 participants
TIME
Week 41, September 9.–13. 2023 (arrival to Mikkeli on Sunday 8th). Binding booking must be made by June 15th 2023.
BOOKING THE EDUTRAVEL VISIT
Binding booking must be made by June 15th 2023.
BOOKING AND INQUIRIES
For inquiries and booking the EduTravel visit, please contact:
Ms Minna Hämäläinen
Education Export Specialist
minna.hamalainen(at)xamk.fi
+358 40 826 6062
COSTS
- Price €1393/person (10 participants)
- Price €1080/person (15 participants)
Please note that the exact price depends on the time and length of the visit and the number of participants.
The price of the tailor-made programme includes
- invitation letters for visa application process
- transportations marked in the programme during the visit
- accommodation in shared rooms, including breakfast
- lunch (trangia / camp lunch on most of the days)
- educational programme including theoretical studies of Nature Pedagogy and field visits
- certificates of participation.
The price does not include
- flights to and from Finland
- transportations to and/or from Mikkeli
- meals not marked to the programme
- other possible costs during the visit not mentioned in the programme.
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Contact us!
Ms Minna Hämäläinen
Education Export Specialist
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk)
Patteristonkatu 3, 50100 Mikkeli, FINLAND
minna.hamalainen(at)xamk.fi
+358 40 826 6062