Yhteystuntit

Yhteystuntit, a Finnish term, translates to "contact hours" or "hours of contact" in English. It refers to the scheduled time that students spend directly interacting with their instructors in a formal educational setting. This can include lectures, seminars, laboratory sessions, tutorials, and other supervised learning activities. The number of yhteystuntit is a common metric used in educational institutions to describe the intensity or contact load of a particular course or program.

These hours are distinct from self-study time, which students are expected to dedicate to reading, assignments, and independent learning outside of scheduled class periods. The concept of yhteystuntit is important for understanding course requirements, workload expectations, and the overall structure of academic programs. Different countries and educational systems may have varying definitions or emphasis on this metric. In Finland, it is a standard way to quantify the direct instructional time a student receives. The total number of yhteystuntit in a degree program can influence its perceived rigor and the depth of learning intended.