Finnish Culture and Society
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IITB1002 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | IT 2018 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 3 (2020-2021) |
| Semester: | Spring |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Jäntti, Maarit |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
Courses During the Academic Year 2020-2021
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3001 | IT2018-3, IT2018-3A, IT2018-3B, IT2018-3C, IT2018-3D | 2020-10-19 – 2021-02-28 | Kalevi Ylinen | English | 2020-08-17 – 2020-09-11 |
Learning Outcomes
The course aims at introducing the student to the Finnish society and culture with all their various forms and activities. The student will visit a swimming pool, a public library, a museum, etc. She will go to the sauna, she will become familiar with the Finnish political system and with the Finnish school system, and she will learn how to cope with Finnish people. After the course, the student knows about the most important laws from her point of view, and she understands the responsibilities and rights of Finnish citizens, refugees and students who have come to Finland from abroad.
Student's Workload
54 h, which contains 28 h of scheduled contact studies.
The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Contents
The Finnish political system and the structure of the Finnish school system, the relevant laws, different types of leisure activities, an overview to the Finnish culture.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
The material delivered by the teacher and the different places visited during the course.
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, discussions, visits, tours.
Assessment Criteria
The teacher assesses the students according to their activity. Scale: pass / fail.
Assessment Methods
Active participation in the arranged activities and lectures.