Recognition of learning in Peppi

Recognition of learning is applied in Peppi system.

There are three types of recognition of learning: replacement, inclusion and exemption. Every process includes user roles, in which the applications are processed.

Process for the replacement:

  1. A student applies for replacement if the previous studies or learning demonstrated in other ways corresponds to the competences of a course that is in the PSP.
  2. Responsible person of a course makes a proposal.
  3. Programme director makes a decision OR if L&C study, service manager of L&C makes a decision.
  4. Secretary registers the decision to Peppi.

Process for the inclusion:

  1. Student applies for inclusion for pre-recognition, exchange studies, a whole previous degree, or a study module (that has been graded and locked, or there is a certificate).
  2. Student's own programme's director makes a decision.
  3. Secretary registers the decision to Peppi.

Process for the exemption:

  1. Student applies for exemption of language studies.
  2. Responsible person of a course makes a proposal.
  3. Service manager of languages & communication makes a decision.
  4. Secretary registers the decision to Peppi.

As of the 1st of August 2021, the policies for recognition of learning have been renewed: https://www.oulu.fi/en/students/completing-studies/recognition-learning

The instructions for recognition of learning for students are in Student’s Peppi Wiki. The English instructions will be updated soon.

In technical problems, please contact peppi@oulu.fi.

Last updated: 3.12.2021