Finnish for Work 1Laajuus (5 cr)

Learning objectives

Upon completion of the course, the student  

can tell about his/her past and introduce his/her own culture or other topics of interest 
has learned how to apply for a job in Finland 
is able to make a presentation in Finnish 
has got improved vocabulary and speaking skills, also the knowledge of Finnish grammar 
gets basic information and skills considering working life in Finnish 

Contents

Conjunctions 
Object 
Conditional mood 
Past tense forms and usage
3. infinitive 
Present passive voice
Writing email 
Studies, work experience 
Presentation or oral summary 

Lähtötaso ja sidonnaisuudet muihin opintojaksoihin

The student has successfully completed the courses Finnish for Beginners 1 & Finnish for Beginners 2 or acquired this level in the entry level test in Finnish. 

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Contact hours  
Independent studies  
The assessment of one’s own learning  
Oral and written exercises individually and in pairs, group work. 
Homework and preparation for lessons and exams. 

Assessment criteria - grade 1

The student has a passable command of standard oral and written Finnish on general and some field-specific topics. The student is able to communicate in some situations he/she is likely to encounter. He/she is able to search for and apply for a job in Finnish independently. 

Assessment criteria - grade 3

The student has a satisfactory command of standard oral and written Finnish on general and some field-specific topics. The student is able to communicate in many situations he/she is likely to encounter. He/she is able to search for and apply for a job in Finnish independently.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The student has a good command of standard oral and written Finnish on general and some field-specific topics.The student is able to communicate in most situations he/she is likely to encounter. He/she is able to search for and apply for a job in Finnish independently. 

Learning materials

Gehring, S.& Heinzmann, S. 2012. Suomen mestari 2. Suomen kielen oppikirja aikuisille. Finn Lectura. Helsinki. (compulsory) 
Other material provided by teacher.