Finnish for Exchange Students (5 cr)
Code: XX00EX62-3009
General information
Enrollment
02.12.2022 - 19.01.2023
Timing
01.01.2023 - 31.07.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
International Relations
Campus
Leiritie 1
Teaching languages
- English
Teachers
- Sari Alhava
Teacher in charge
Niina Huovinen
Groups
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IEXSTV23S8Incoming Exchange Students Technology, Vantaa
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IEXSB22AInternational Exchange Students Business, Myyrmäki
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IEXSTE23S8Incoming Exchange Students Technology, Espoo
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IEXSTE23S7Incoming Exchange Students Technology, Espoo
Objective
On completion of the course, the students are able to identify and use common Finnish words and grammatical structures, and cope in simple conversations in Finnish. They will also be familiar with features of Finnish culture.
Content
Finnish pronunciation, everyday conversations, basic structures and vocabulary.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student has achieved the course objectives on a satisfactory level. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are limited compared to the content of the course.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student has achieved the course objectives on a good level, but some aspects of the student’s skills and knowledge still require further attention. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are good with regard to the content of the course. The student is able to apply the acquired skills in communication situations encountered in studies, work, or free time.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student has achieved the course objectives excellently. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are strong with regard to the content of the course. The student is able to apply the acquired skills in communication situations encountered in studies, work, or free time.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The student has achieved the course objectives on a satisfactory level. The student’s target language communication skills and cultural knowledge are limited compared to the content of the course.
Prerequisites
No previous studies or skills required.
Further information
Requirements: regular attendance (80%), learning assignments and final exam.