Finnish Language and Culture 1 - Study guide

After successfully completing the course, the student
* can introduce oneself, give basic information about oneself and ask simple questions
* can understand and use basic expressions and simple sentences in routine everyday situation
* is able to deal with some everyday social situations and handle simple shopping situations
* is aware of the basic characteristics of the Finnish language, culture and habits
* is able to use the surrounding language environment to develop one’s language skills.
The student is able to express her/himself both in writing and orally in Finnish at the proficiency level of the course.
The target level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is A1.

No prerequisites.

• basics of pronunciation
• greetings
• numbers and time expressions
• family
• weather
• everyday life
• basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

(Min. 40% competence level)
Developmental competence

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is satisfactory in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills: Your skills allow you to complete the given tasks and assignments with assistance. You need to develop how to apply your knowledge.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic knowledge of the language and you demonstrate a limited ability to apply your skills, but you have difficulty to manage without assistance.

(Min. 70% competence level)
Functionally proficient

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills: Your skills allow you complete the given tasks and assignments independently. You are able to apply your knowledge in practical situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can critique your own abilities and identify ways to improve.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have a basic to good knowledge of the language and you demonstrate sufficient ability to apply your skills. You can perform independently, but you have some challenges in passing on your skills and knowledge to others. You have an interest in professional development.

(Min. 90% competence level)
Mastery

Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is excellent in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.

Skills; Your skills allow you to apply your knowledge in demanding situations, considering the projected learning outcomes of the course. You can independently find ways to develop your skills and to cope in spontaneous situations.

Competence: In view of the projected learning outcomes, you have detailed and explicit knowledge in the language and you apply your skills with natural proficiency. You can perform independently and you are also able and actively willing to help others develop and pass on your skills. You have an attitude of continuous professional development.

Classes on Wednesdays at 17:40-20.30 in Pasila
Active self-study between the lessons (homework and Moodle exercises)
Two comprehensive supervised assignments (tests)
Other learning assignments (weekly tests)

Study book: Sonja Gehring & Sanni Heinzmann: Uudistettu Suomen mestari 1, Finn Lectura, chapters 1-5 (2020)
Other material available in Moodle and online

The course is through language strongly linked to the Finnish society which gives international students a possibility to adapt more easily to Finland.

Pasila Campus

- Two comprehensive supervised assignments ("midterm test" and "final test") at Pasila campus.

- Students, who want to improve their grade after the course, can take a re-test. You have two attempts within half a year after the course has ended. Ask your teacher for the dates. The re-test covers the whole course content. Re-test only can approve the points you got from the "supervised assignments". The points for "continuous assessment" stay.

English

Multicultural student group

25.08.2025 - 12.12.2025

Homework and weekly exercises in Moodle Weekly tests

11.08.2025 - 22.08.2025

On Wednesdays at 17:40-20.18 from August 25th to December 12th
Intensive week 42, no lessons
Detailed schedule in Moodle

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CONTACT

If you already have skills and competences matching the goals of this course, you can show them through demonstration in the beginning of each semester. Ask the teacher of the course. You will get the exact times and places. No enrolment needed. More information https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning

Next DEMO days in August (week 34) and October 2025 (week 44). The test is at Pasila campus, written part in Moodle (supervised in classroom) and oral part (individual interview with the teacher).

Laura Uusitalo

15 - 45

Continuous assessment: oral skills, homework, follow-ups, weekly tests 40 %
Supervised assignment 1 30 %
Supervised assignment 2 30 %

INTBBA International Business

0.00 cr

H-5