Studying virtually at Helsingin yliopisto/Helsingfors universitet

 This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) will give students 1. a basic understanding of various ethical and social aspects of AI, at the levels of social interaction and society as a whole 2. a necessary conceptual framework and cognitive tools to position AI applications in their social contexts and to assess their societal impact 3. an awareness and the ability to prevent potentially unwanted consequences and make deliberate choices in value-laden contexts while developing AI applications. You can find more information on theUna Europa MOOC AI in Society Page.

Everyone studying at one of the 11 Una Europa universities can take the MOOC AI in Society. However, only select degree programmes offer recognition for it. As part of the Una Europa Module Exchange, the MOOC includes a written exam on December 4th, 2025, at the end of the term. Please consult the filter on the main page to see which programmes are eligible.

Registration for the MOOC:

1. Go to the MOOC online learning environment.
2. Create a new account.
3. Log in. When you are logged in, the MOOC follows and remembers your progress.

This MOOC was co-developed by: University of Edinburgh, Helsingin yliopisto/Helsingfors universitet, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, and Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne and is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Program of the European Union.

This module will examine how Machine Learning Systems are different in their developement, compared to classical software. We will discuss real-world use and examples, accuracy, robustness, cost, and efficiency.  

You can find more information on the Helsingin yliopisto/Helsingfors universitet Course Unit Page

Important Dates - Fall Term 2025

1. Application Deadline: 26 September
2. First day of lectures: 27 October, last day of lectures: 14 December
3. Exam Period: 15-21 December
4. Your Transcript of Records will be issued by 15 February

 Detailed Academic Calendar and Semester Dates

Step-by-Step Application Guide

1. Start the application process by registering online using elsingin yliopisto/Helsingfors universitet's Mobility Online portal below. Click the "ISEP, NORDLYS, NORTH2NORTH.." banner in the upper right corner and then select the programme Tailor-made courses. You can then fill in the application form. If you do not see the application form, please check that you have clicked on the link in the upper right corner (do not use the menu).Link to the Mobility Online Portal 
2. When you have completed the application form, you will receive an email where you’ll find a link to your Mobility Online account where you must finalize your application. Follow the link.
3. Complete your personal details and upload your current Transcript of Records from your home university to Mobility Online.
4. Finally, click on the link "Confirm that you have uploaded all required documents."

IMPORTANT: Please sign up for the MOOC using your university e-mail address.

You will receive emails during the application process. Please read them through to ensure that your application will be completed!