Study skills support groups
Corners
Would you like more support for your studies, new perspectives on managing everyday life, or peer support from other students?
Metropolia’s Student Wellbeing Services regularly organise different Corners where you can strengthen your coping, study skills and wellbeing in a safe and encouraging atmosphere.
Corner activities are primarily held in Finnish, but students are warmly welcome to join also to practise Finnish. Communication can be complemented in English when needed, and independent work in the Corner is possible in any language.
What do the Corners offer?
- practical tips to make studying smoother
- tools for time management and stress management
- an opportunity to share experiences and receive peer support
- guidance and inspiration from student wellbeing professionals
All Corner activities are mainly conducted in Finnish, but you are very welcome to attend even if your Finnish is still developing. We can support communication in English when necessary, and your independent work in the Corner can be done in any language you prefer.
Who are the Corners for?
- All Metropolia students – whether you are at the beginning of your studies, close to graduation, or just looking for some extra energy for everyday life.
- You can join any Corner according to your needs – visit once or attend more regularly.
Corner sessions are run in Finnish, but they are also a good opportunity to practise Finnish in a low‑threshold environment. English can be used to clarify instructions, and your own study tasks in the Corner can be in any language.
How to join?
- Corners are organised during the semester on different themes.
- Current Corners and timetables are listed below.
- No advance registration is required.
Language
Most Corners are held in Finnish, but:
- Some Concentration Corners are held in English
- All Math Corners are bilingual (Finnish & English)
Every student is welcome to every Corner, regardless of language. Corner activities are facilitated in Finnish, but you are welcome to join to practise Finnish, and we can support you in English when needed. Independent work during the Corner is possible in all languages. During independent work phases, you are free to work in your own study language (e.g. in English), even if the Corner itself is run in Finnish.
Metropolia’s open Corners in autumn 2026
Language: mainly Finnish. Everyone is welcome; you can work in your own study language. The facilitator will support understanding also in English where needed.
Do you feel your assignments are piling up and it’s hard to get started? Would you like a place where you can work on your studies together with others, but at your own pace?
Study Corner is a relaxed, low-threshold study session where you don’t have to be alone with your tasks. Bring along any unfinished or not-yet-started assignment – it can be any course assignment, report, overdue task or a small “I really should do this” item.
An instructor will be present to support your progress. You’ll get peer support from other students and can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while you work. The goal is that by the end of the Study Corner, your tasks will have moved at least one step forward.
You’ll also get tips on planning your work schedule, breaking goals into smaller steps, lowering the threshold to get started, etc. The instructor takes care of breaks during the session. You are warmly welcome to come and move your studies forward!
During independent working time, you are free to work and write in your own study language, even if the overall instructions are given in Finnish.
Study Corner schedule
Study Corner will be held on different campuses and online as follows:
- Thu 3 Sept, 14:00–15:30, Myyrmäki, MMC235
- Mon 14 Sept, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 24 Sept, 14:00–15:30, Arabia, AR323
- Mon 28 Sept, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 8 Oct, 14:00–15:30, Myllypuro, MPC4010
- Mon 12 Oct, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 22 Oct, 14:00–15:30, Karamalmi, KME590
- Mon 26 Oct, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 5 Nov, 14:00–15:30, Myyrmäki, MMC235
- Mon 9 Nov, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 19 Nov, 14:00–15:30, Myllypuro, MPC4010
- Mon 23 Nov, 14:30–16:00, online
- Wed 2 Dec, 14:00–15:30, Arabia, AR323
- Mon 7 Dec, 14:30–16:00, online
- Thu 17 Dec, 14:00–15:30, Karamalmi, KME590
Link for online sessions in Zoom:
https://metropolia.zoom.us/j/61994973337(opens a new tab)
More information
Hanna-Maaria Saarinen
Study Coach
hanna-maaria.saarinen [at] metropolia.fi (hanna-maaria[dot]saarinen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Languages: early autumn sessions in Finnish, late autumn sessions in English.
Are you a master procrastinator too? Does your mind keep wandering in a distracting way? Is it hard to concentrate on studying, independent assignments, or lectures? Good news, you’re not alone! You are warmly welcome to join the low-threshold online Focus Corners during the autumn semester. They will be held in Finnish in early autumn and in English in late autumn. Each Focus Corner starts with a short introduction, followed by time for discussion or for getting started with your own study tasks. Let’s take the hardest step together!
Schedule:
In Finnish on Tuesdays, 15:00–15:30, from 8 Sept to 20 Oct 2026, and in English on Thursdays, 12:00–12:30, from 29 Oct to 10 Dec 2026.
Zoom link for the Finnish-language Focus Corners, Tue 8 Sept–Tue 20 Oct 2026, as follows:
- Tue 8 Sept, 15:00–15:30 Running on empty or on overdrive?
Regulating your level of alertness - Tue 15 Sept, 15:00–15:30 Why do I keep putting this off?
Procrastination - Tue 22 Sept, 15:00–15:30 Who is stealing your time?
Time management - Tue 29 Sept, 15:00–15:30 Brain stuck?
Cognitive ergonomics - Tue 6 Oct, 15:00–15:30 All the stimuli at once?
Senses and concentration - Tue 13 Oct, 15:00–15:30 You don’t have to do everything
How to focus on what’s essential - Tue 20 Oct, 15:00–15:30 Why does nothing stay in my mind?
Memory and concentration
Zoom link for the English-language Focus Corners, Thu 29 Oct–Thu 10 Dec 2026, as follows:
- Thu 29 Oct, 12:00–12:30 Running on Empty or Overstimulated?
Regulating your energy and alertness - Thu 5 Nov, 12:00–12:30 So Hard To Get Started?
Procrastination - Thu 12 Nov, 12:00–12:30 Who’s Stealing Your Time?
Time management - Thu 19 Nov, 12:00–12:30 Brain Fog?
Cognitive ergonomics - Thu 26 Nov, 12:00–12:30 Too Many Distractions?
Sensory input and concentration - Thu 3 Dec, 12:00–12:30 You Don’t Have to Do It All
How to focus on what matters - Thu 10 Dec, 12:00–12:30 Why Can’t I Remember Anything?
Memory and concentration
No advance registration is needed! You can join every session on Zoom or just drop in for the themes that interest you. You don’t have to speak or turn on your microphone if you don’t want to. You are very welcome to just listen in on Zoom as well. Please try to join when the meetings start, so that we can respect everyone’s ability to work in peace.
More information
Noora Mononen
Study Psychologist
noora.mononen [at] metropolia.fi (noora[dot]mononen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Language: bilingual (Finnish & English). Everyone is welcome, and you can freely ask questions and work in either language. Facilitators support understanding in both Finnish and English.
Is math getting you stuck?
Welcome to the Math Corner if you’d like to talk about mathematics or need some extra support with it. Math Corner is facilitated by special education teacher Tero Kärkkäinen. Other students usually join as well. You can drop in briefly or stay for longer.
Through the links below you can find more information about the weekly meetings and the current schedule. You can also register for sessions and share your wishes in advance via the link, but registration is not required. Math Corner is bilingual: Finnish and English, and you can always work in your own study language.
Math Corner autumn schedule
In autumn 2026, Math Corners will start touring the campus libraries from August (week 35 onwards):
- Mondays: Karamalmi Campus Library, collaboration space, 11:00–13:00
- Tuesdays: Myyrmäki Campus Library, collaboration space, 11:00–13:00
- Wednesdays: Arabia Campus Library collaboration space or announced XR Center workspace, 11:00–13:00
- Thursdays: Myllypuro Campus Library, main collaboration space, 11:00–13:00
The schedule is subject to change. Some Math Corners may be held online.
Registration and information on any schedule changes can be found via the links below.
More information
Tero Kärkkäinen
Special Education Teacher
Student Wellbeing Services
tero.karkkainen [at] metropolia.fi (tero[dot]karkkainen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Language: mainly Finnish. All students are welcome. The instructor will help clarify key points also in English if needed, and you can work on your thesis in your own study language.
Is your thesis on your mind, but your motivation is missing or the process is stuck? Would you like tips for getting back to your thesis, planning your schedule or writing?
Metropolia’s new Thesis Corner is a low-threshold support workshop led by a student psychologist. It offers peer support, productivity tips and inspiring activities for all students at any stage of the thesis process.
What happens in Thesis Corner?
- Discussions with fellow students who join the Thesis Corner
- Short info sessions on different stages of the thesis, supporting motivation, time management and overcoming blocks
- A chance to work on your own thesis tasks in a shared space, alongside others
You can join for the time that suits you best – whether you are just starting your thesis or finalising your report. You can visit one or several Thesis Corners. No advance registration is needed. Thesis Corner is facilitated by staff from Student Wellbeing Services.
Please note: Thesis Corner does not provide supervision on the content or research methods of the thesis. When needed, we will guide you to the appropriate support.
During the independent working time, you are welcome to read, plan and write in your own study language, even if the shared discussion is in Finnish.
Thesis Corner schedule
- Wed 23 Sept, 9:00–11:00, Arabia, AR342
- Wed 30 Sept, 14:00–16:00, Myllypuro, MPA6020
- Wed 7 Oct, 14:00–16:00, Myyrmäki, MMA1103
- Wed 21 Oct, 14:00–16:00, Karamalmi, KME551
- Thu 5 Nov, 14:00–16:00, Karamalmi, KME551
- Wed 2 Dec, 14:00–16:00, Arabia, AR128b
More information
Antti Äijänen
Student Psychologist
Student Wellbeing Services
antti.aijanen [at] metropolia.fi (antti[dot]aijanen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Language: Finnish. Everyone is welcome regardless of language, including students who want to practise their Finnish. The facilitator will help you follow the structure and tasks, and you can reflect and work in your own study language as needed.
Come take a moment to pause and reflect on your life through images. In the “Picture Your Own Direction” creative workshop, you can explore what matters to you, your dreams and goals, and, for example, the direction you would like your life to take.
You don’t need any previous experience with visual arts – a curious mind is enough. Come and create, try things out, and discover new perspectives on your life and the things that are important to you by working with images.
Workshop content
We begin with a short mindfulness/grounding exercise to bring our attention to the present moment and to introduce the theme of the day.
In the art-making part, you can give your thoughts, feelings, goals and important things a visual form by drawing/painting – in a way that feels right for you. At the end, we gather to look at the images together and share reflections and insights connected to them.
You are welcome to bring your own coloured pencils/watercolours/brushes to the workshop if you like, but it’s not necessary – there will also be coloured pencils and watercolours available for you to use.
During the individual creative work, you are free to think, write notes or plan in your own study language, even though the spoken instructions are given in Finnish.
Workshop schedule
- Thu 1 Oct, Karamalmi Campus, 14:00–16:00, KME590
- Please register by 27 Sept
- Wed 14 Oct, Myyrmäki Campus, 14:00–16:00, MMC235
- Please register by 11 Oct
- Thu 29 Oct, Myllypuro Campus, 14:00–16:00, MPA2028
- Please register by 25 Oct
- Wed 2 Dec, Arabia Campus, 14:00–16:00, AR304
- Please register by 29 Nov
The “Picture Your Own Direction” workshop is facilitated by Student Wellbeing Advisor Maria Sukselainen from Student Wellbeing Services. The workshop is held in Finnish, but everyone who would like to practise their Finnish is also warmly welcome.
Registration
Please register for the workshop in advance by email:
maria.sukselainen [at] metropolia.fi (maria[dot]sukselainen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Each workshop can take up to 10 participants, in order of registration, and will be held if there are at least 2 participants.
More information
Maria Sukselainen
Student Wellbeing Services
maria.sukselainen [at] metropolia.fi (maria[dot]sukselainen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Tailored math workshops can be arranged for groups based on specific fields or topics. For example, workshops can cover medication calculations, business mathematics assignments, or other themes.
Math workshops can be held in Finnish and English.
Further information
For more information or to book a workshop for your group, contact:
Special education teacher Tero Kärkkäinen,
Student Wellbeing Services
tero.karkkainen [at] metropolia.fi (tero[dot]karkkainen[at]metropolia[dot]fi)
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
For more information, email Metropolia’s study coach at: hanna-maaria.saarinen [at] metropolia.fi (hanna-maaria[dot]saarinen[at]metropolia[dot]fi) or feel free to email any staff member of Metropolia’s Student Wellbeing Services for more information at firstname.lastname [at] metropolia.fi (firstname[dot]lastname[at]metropolia[dot]fi). You can find contact details on the Support for Student Wellbeing page under the section: Contact Information for Student Wellbeing Services Staff.
You can also book a one-on-one session with a study coach, student welfare officer, study psychologist, or campus chaplain. More information is available on the Wellbeing Support for Students page.