Higher Education Studies and Finnish as a Second Language 1 (B1)Laajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The students know basic facts related to higher education in Finland, especially concerning the field of their interest. The students know how to use varying structures and have a fairly wide vocabulary. The students know how to develop and deepen their written and oral skills in the Finnish language needed for higher education studies. Finnish language proficiency level: B1.1 (CEFR).

Content

The course focuses on the development of Finnish language skills through oral and written exercises. The course provides practice in grammatical structures and in understanding texts and their vocabulary. The students learn to find information about the field of their interest and get to know the educational or professional field. In addition, the students learn to report their learning outcomes.

Qualifications

Minimum language proficiency level B1 in Finnish.