pääsykohtaisena

Pääsykohtaisena is a Finnish term that translates to "as a prerequisite" or "conditional upon access" in English. It describes a situation where a certain action, right, or privilege is granted only after a specific condition or requirement has been met. This term is commonly used in educational contexts, particularly when discussing university admissions.

In the realm of higher education in Finland, many study programs require applicants to pass an entrance examination, known as a pääsykoe. Successful completion of this examination is then considered "pääsykohtaisena" for admission. This means that even if an applicant has the necessary academic qualifications, they will not be admitted to the program unless they pass the entrance exam. The exam acts as the primary condition for entry.

Beyond education, the concept of pääsykohtaisena can apply to various other scenarios. For instance, access to certain restricted areas or sensitive information might be granted only after specific security clearances or training have been completed. Similarly, receiving a particular benefit or service could be made conditional upon meeting certain eligibility criteria. The core idea is that a desired outcome is contingent upon fulfilling a preceding requirement. The term emphasizes the dependency of one state or action on another.