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Finnish for Foreigners II

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: TIP0319
Curriculum: IB 2022
Level: Bachelor of Business Administration
Year of Study: 2 (2023-2024)
Semester: Spring
Credits: 4 cr
Responsible Teacher: Auranen, Päivi
Language of Instruction: English

Courses During the Academic Year 2023-2024

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
3004IB2022-2A, IB2022-2B2024-01-01 – 2024-04-28Päivi AuranenEnglish2023-12-07 – 2024-01-08

Learning Outcomes

The aim is to extend the already acquired Finnish skills. All areas of language are studied: communicative skills/speaking vocabulary and grammar as well as reading and understanding.

The aim is also to offer the students the opportunity to speak with students and/ or other individuals outside the course group.

Note that best results are reached if the student also studies and uses Finnish outside the classroom.

Student's Workload

Total 108h

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

Finnish for Foreigners I or equivalent

Contents

Revision and of basic vocabulary and structures, vocabulary and phrases with emphasis on everyday situations, some specialised professional vocabulary in the students' own field of study. Introduction to cultural elements.

Regional Impact

The ability to operate in the Finnish society is developed.

Internationality

Living in the Finnish society as someone coming from the outside of the country improves.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools


Gehring, S. & Heinzmann, S. Suomen mestari 2. Suomen kielen oppikirja aikuisille. 2010. Helsinki. Finn Lectura

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Oral and written exercises based on the course material, pair work, presentations, assignments.

Assessment Criteria

Grade 1: The student has a satisfactory command of the language both orally and in writing
Grade 3: The student has a good command of the language both orally and in writing and he/she can apply his/her skills in practice
Grade 5: The student has an excellent command of the language both orally and in writing and he/she can apply his/her skills in a versatile manner.

Assessment Methods

Active class participation, completed assignments, oral and written examinations. Numerical (0-5).


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