Insights from Higher Education Preparatory Programme in English - article

Finnish UASs have been implementing a Higher Education Preparatory Programme for Immigrants since the 2010s. This programme has been conducted in Finnish, but there has been a recognized need for similar studies in English. Strengthening English language skills may provide faster pathways to higher education for recent immigrants. In this article, the pilot implementation of PrepProg in English is introduced.

The article is beneficial for teachers, education developers, and the management of educational organizations who are interested in higher education pedagogy, educational pathways for immigrants, and preparatory education.

By studying this article, you will learn to: describe how linguistic awareness and guidance are implemented in preparatory education and understand the diverse backgrounds of students and their impact on learning.

This information can be utilized in the planning and implementation of preparatory education, especially with multilingual and multicultural student groups.