Volunteer Field Work with Asylum Seekers 407069A, 2022-2023

Learning outcomes:

Upon completing the course, students are able to:

• Identify and critically analyze own preconceptions about migrants and integration processes
• Compare and evaluate migrant integration practices
• Relate theoretical discussions on diversity and integration to practical professional contexts
• Engage and actively participate in civil society organizations 
• Support the development of positive workplace and community practices

Contents:

Theoretical knowledge

• Basic concepts of migration studies
• Basic theoretical and practical knowledge about integration
• Legal and social frameworks for asylum seeker reception

Field practice

• Field practice in groups at a reception center
• Collaboration with reception center staff and other actors
• Implementation and evaluation of integration activities developed during the course

Learning activities and teaching methods:

Face-to-face teaching, individual/group work and students presentations and activities, and written work (volunteer work plan & reflective diary).

Field practice: Planning and executing visits to Heikinharju reception center or to civil society organizations working with asylum seekers, refugees and/or immigrants.

Assessment methods and criteria:

Assessment is based on learning outcomes of the course. 

Grading:

Pass/Fail. Numerical grade can be given upon agreement (please, notify me).

Course information in Peppi

https://opas.peppi.oulu.fi/fi/opintojakso/407069A/7554