Pre-task instructions
Assessment of the pre-task
The pre-task is graded with a maximum of 50 points available. Based on the pre-task results, the best applicants will be invited to an online interview. We will not provide any further information about the pre-task. The pre-task must be uploaded by the deadline.
When applying, complete the following steps.
Step 1. PRE-TASK: An essay
The applicant is required to write a short essay dealing with these two aspects.
- Pick up three topics from EU’s Circular Economy Action Plan and explain how they link to your professional profile.
- Describe what kind of knowledge and skills you would need to develop the three topics towards circular economy.
European Commission. 2020. Circular Economy Action Plan. Available at: Circular economy action plan (europa.eu)
Each part has equal weighting, so be sure to discuss both within the space available. The evaluation criteria for the essay are:
- the candidate’s ability to identify and justify issues relevant to the context, clearly and concisely expressing reasoned arguments
- critical thinking and understanding of the circular economy in their professional context – analytical suitability of the applicant to study in an international Master’s level programme
- capability for self-evaluation and motivation for developing oneself
- ability to produce logical text in the English language
Please note that the minimum amount is 1000 characters and the maximum 6000 characters (not words). If the pre-task is under the minimum or over the maximum character count, it will affect the assessment negatively. (1 character = 1 number/1 space/1 letter)
Step 2. Fill in the online application via studyinfo.fi and upload the pre-task on the application
Apply via www.studyinfo.fi portal during 7 Dec 2023 – 17 Jan 2024 (3 pm Finnish time GMT+2).
1) Fill in the application form on Studyinfo.fi
2) Upload your pre-task files (+ other application attachments) on the application. Please see how to name the files below.
3) Send your application. Name the pre-task file this way: Lastname_Firstname_Pretask_RIMCE24.pdf
The application form closes at 3 pm Finnish time. You can upload attachments to the application after you send your application by using the secure link you receive in the confirmation email. The pre-task attachments must be uploaded on the application by 17 Jan 2024 (3 pm Finnish time GMT+2) at the latest. Make sure to meet the deadline and we recommend uploading the assignments well before the deadline to avoid possible server overload. Only the pre-tasks submitted by the deadline will be considered in the admission.
All the best with your application process!