Guidelines for written assignments

This guideline introduces the referencing technique used in learning assignments and theses in degree programs of the Schools of Wellbeing and Rehabilitation and Examination.

Note, that this guideline is for degree programs of the Schools of Wellbeing and Rehabilitation and Examination

For now, you can find guidance on degrees in other fields through the degree program-specific channels. Instructions for technology students are in degree programs' OMA work spaces.

There are two layout models for learning assignments: 

  1. the layout model for an extensive written assignment used in these guidelines, and
  2. the standard layout model. 

The extensive written assignment model is used for theses and extensive learning assignments. The standard layout is suitable for short learning assignments, reports, and documents such as applications, meeting documents, and client letters.

You can read the instructions on this website or download the Guidelines for written assignments Word file, which contains more illustrated examples and a document standard layout template. The file also serves as a template.

Writing written assignments

Referencing sources

Creating accessible documents

These accessibility guidelines apply especially to theses and other texts published in connection with studies. They are based on the EU Accessibility Directive (2016/2102). The author of a thesis must ensure the accessibility of their document

  • by using styles
  • by setting images in line with the text
  • by creating alternative text (alt-text) for images
  • by finalizing the document properties.

Example of a list of sources

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