Finnish Cultural Policy and StructuresLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

On completion of the course, you will

- be familiar with the significance and the role of the cultural and art policy decision-making in the public sector.
- have an understanding of the significance of Finnish cultural policy and its historical development and key ideologies.
- find relevant sources of information and can make international comparisons
- get familiar with cultural services provided by a public cultural organisation. In addition, you will understand the fundamentals of economic and decision-making in the cultural sector.

Content

An intensive course, based on independent work and two workshops. You get basic knowledge and practical experience on how Finnish cultural life is organized and how the institutions are answering the questions presented by the audience and society.