•   Ulysseus Finnish Beginner 1 FIN017AS2AE-3003 20.10.2025-12.12.2025  3   (AVOINAMK, ...) +-
    Learning objectives
    After successfully completing the course, the student
    • can introduce oneself and give basic information about oneself
    •can understand and use basic expressions and simple sentences in routine everyday situations
    • 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
    • has basic knowledge about Finland as a country.

    In this course, we are working towards level A1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR.
    Starting level and linkage with other courses
    No prequisities
    Contents
    • basics of pronunciation
    • greetings and basic phrases
    • numbers and prices
    • weather
    • food and drink
    • basic structures and vocabulary for everyday needs
    • basic information about Finland and Finnish culture
    Assessment criteria
    Assessment criteria - grade 1
    (Min. 40% competence level)
    • 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.
    Assessment criteria - grade 3
    (Min. 70% competence level)
    • Knowledge: Your knowledge of the language is good in view of the projected learning outcomes of the course.
    • Skills: Your skills allow you to 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.
    Assessment criteria - grade 5
    (Min. 90% competence level)
    • 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.
    Teaching methods and instruction

    Instructed virtual course. Students follow the weekly program and do the exercises and quizzes on a weekly basis.

    Learning material and recommended literature

    All learning material will be available in Ulysseus Moodle. All registered students will receive login instructions before the course starts.

    Working life connections

    Learning the basics of Finnish is useful for anyone traveling to Finland or staying in Finland. Knowing Finnish helps to adapt to Finland more easily.

    Campus

    Pasila Campus

    Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

    Weekly quizzes on Moodle

    Teaching language

    English

    Internationality

    Multicultural student group

    Timing

    20.10.2025 - 12.12.2025

    Learning assignments

    Weekly quizzes, text and video assignments

    Enrollment

    02.06.2025 - 17.10.2025

    Content scheduling

    Weekly program and deadlines to follow

    Groups
    • AVOINAMK
    • VIRTUAL
    • INSTRUCTED
    Teachers

    Anna-Reetta Kokkonen

    Seats

    30 - 100

    Further information

    The course grade consists of various assignments, such as quizzes and video assignments

    Degree Programme

    AVO Avoin ammattikorkeakoulu

    R&D proportion

    0.00 cr

    Virtual proportion

    3.00 cr

    Evaluation scale

    H-5