Media and Culture in Finland (5 cr)

Objective

After completing the course the students have an overview of Finnish media and culture scene. They have a basic knowledge of key institutions, works and artists in the fields of film, tv and media as well as other relevant fields of Finnis cultural scene, including but not limited to pictorial arts, design, architecture and music. They have a basic understanding of the relation of the Finnish media and culture to a larger European and internatíonal context.

The course consists of lectures and discussions, written material, assignments and visits to selected venues where students can get an insight into various aspects of Finnish culture and media.

Location and time

Lectures and excursions on following days 13-16 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
17.1.
20.1.
24.1.
27.1.
31.1.
7.2.
10.2.
14.2.
3.3.
10.3.

Materials

TBA

Teaching methods

Lectures
Excursions
Learning Assignments

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

To be agreed with the lecturer

International connections

Course for International Exchange Students

Completion alternatives

Essay (to be agreed with the lecturer)

Student workload

Lectures, film viewings and discussions 40h
Assignments and independent learning 45 h
Study visits 45 h
Independent work 30 h
Self-evaluation 5 h

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Attendance
Learning assignments
Self-evaluation