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Course unit, curriculum year 2022–2023
ITC.KIE.010
Introduction to Finnish Society and Culture, 2–3 cr
Tampere University
- Description
- Completion options
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2022–23.10.2022)
Active in period 2 (24.10.2022–31.12.2022)
Active in period 3 (1.1.2023–5.3.2023)
Active in period 4 (6.3.2023–31.5.2023)
Course code
ITC.KIE.010Language of instruction
EnglishAcademic years
2021–2022, 2022–2023, 2023–2024Level of study
Intermediate studiesGrading scale
Pass-FailPersons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Kimmo AhonenResponsible organisation
Faculty of Management and Business
Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences 100 %
Common learning outcomes
International outlook and global responsibility
Core content:
- Introduction to Finnish history and society
- Finnish education system
- Finnish communication and business culture
- Cultural heritage of Finland and Satakunta region
- Current issues in technology and innovation in Finland
- Study visits to schools & companies
Learning outcomes
Further information
Learning material
Equivalences
Completion option 1
Lectures and a written assignment based on lectures will be worth 2 ECTS credits. Students may write a longer essay based on given material to earn 1 additional ECTS credits.
Participation in teaching
30.08.2022 – 12.12.2022
Active in period 1 (1.8.2022–23.10.2022)
Active in period 2 (24.10.2022–31.12.2022)
17.01.2023 – 29.04.2023
Active in period 3 (1.1.2023–5.3.2023)
Active in period 4 (6.3.2023–31.5.2023)