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Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to use and understand Finnish expressions related to common everyday matters (household, hobbies, arranging to meet somebody, making an appointment). Students will also be able to describe some of the most important things about themselves and their families, their hopes and wishes, their surroundings, studies, work and other such topics, and understand descriptions of such topics. Furthermore, students will be able to give accounts of hypothetical situations and understand corresponding accounts.

Contents

During the course, students are acquainted with basic Finnish grammar and core vocabulary, and they engage in structural and communicative exercises focusing on the topics covered.

Teaching methods

Group instruction: 52 hours
Independent work: approximately 56 hours

Teaching language

Finnish, English

Evaluation and evaluation criteria

Numeric 1-5.
Assessment is based on participation in the course and the final examination.

Study materials

The materials are designed by the teacher.

Belongs to following study modules