Study ability
When we understand study ability as a whole, we can support learning in everyday life.
Why is Study Ability Important?
Study ability is the student’s work ability – the ability to learn, cope, and participate. When we understand study ability holistically, we can support learning in everyday life.
What is Study Ability?
The FSHS model and recent higher education studies (e.g., KOTT 2024–2025) emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach to supporting studying. This approach consists of various elements, such as:
- the student’s own resources and motivation
- the learning environment and community
- support and interaction from teachers
- the student’s personal experiences and workload
Learning doesn’t happen in a vacuum – emotions, safety, and connection to others play a crucial role.
Study ability may become visible, for example, as:
- learning experiences
- accumulation of credits
- participation and feedback
- group functionality and peer support
How Can You Make a Difference?
Pause: What does study ability look like in your daily life or in the groups you study with?
Try: Could you increase dialogue about learning and well-being?
Are aspects of study ability taken into account in the group work you participate in – or could participate in?
Study ability is not a fixed state – it can be strengthened. Let’s strengthen and develop it together.
More Information About Study Ability
- OK! – Together Promoting Ability to Study – FSHS (ok.yths.fi)
- Study Ability – opiskelukyky.fi
- Study Ability – FSHS (yths.fi)
Can’t Find What You’re Looking For?
Feel free to email any staff member of Metropolia’s Student Wellbeing Services for more information at firstname.lastname(a)metropolia.fi.
You can find contact details on the Support for Student Wellbeing page under the section: Contact Information for Student Wellbeing Services Staff.