Program Overview

TET-harjoittelu Program

The TET-harjoittelu program is a research training program offered by the University of Turku's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. The program provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in various fields of science.

Program Description

The TET-harjoittelu program is designed for high school students who are interested in pursuing a career in science. The program consists of a one-week research training period, during which students will work on a research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the research process and to foster their interest in science.

Research Areas

The TET-harjoittelu program offers research training in the following areas:

• Fysiikan ja tähtitieteen laitos (Department of Physics and Astronomy)
• Kemian laitos (Department of Chemistry)
• Maantieteen ja geologian laitos (Department of Geography and Geology)
• Biologian laitos (Department of Biology)
• Biodiversiteettiyksikkö (Biodiversity Unit)
• Matematiikan ja tilastotieteen laitos (Department of Mathematics and Statistics)
• Bioteknologian laitos (Department of Biotechnology)
• Tietotekniikan laitos (Department of Information Technology)
• Materiaali- ja konetekniikan laitos (Department of Materials and Mechanical Engineering)

Program Schedule

The program schedule varies from week to week, but typically includes:

• Monday morning: Introduction to the program and the research project
• Monday to Friday: Research work under the supervision of a faculty member
• Friday afternoon: Conclusion of the research project and presentation of results

Eligibility

The TET-harjoittelu program is open to high school students who are interested in pursuing a career in science. Students who are interested in participating in the program should contact Matleena Tuominen for more information.

Lounais-Suomen LUMA-keskus

The Lounais-Suomen LUMA-keskus is a part of the University of Turku's Biodiversity Unit. The center offers various research training programs and projects for students, including the TET-harjoittelu program.

Other Research Training Opportunities

The University of Turku offers various other research training opportunities for students, including:

• Luonnontieteellinen museo (Natural History Museum)
• Kasvitieteellinen Puutarha (Botanical Garden)
• Lapin tutkimuslaitos Kevo (Kevo Subarctic Research Institute)
• Saaristomeren tutkimuslaitos (Archipelago Research Institute)
• Aerobiologian laboratorio (Aerobiology Laboratory)