Epic Finnish: Introduction to the Finnish Language and Culture
| Location | Finland, Joensuu |
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| Type | Summerschool, Summerschool |
| Nominal duration | 12-23 August 2019 (5 ECTS) |
| Study language | combined English/Finnish |
| Tuition fee | €500.00 per programme There is no course fee for the degree students of UEF! Please check the reduced prices at www.uef.fi/en/web/summerschool/course-fee. |
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| Application fee | €0.00 per programme |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate/Bachelor diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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| Language requirements | English The language level of the applicant must be at least B2 according to the European Language Level standard. You can do self assessment here: europass.cedefop.europa.eu/en/resources/european-language-levels-cefr |
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| Other requirements | The course is intended for absolute beginners of the Finnish language. |
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Overview
Did your mother warn you about the Finnish language?
Is it really the most challenging language in the world as she may have said?
Come and find out yourself with two seasoned teachers of Finnish as a second language, Katri and Tapio from the UEF Language Centre.
Our taster course will guide you through the challenges with no pain: You will be introduced with most common everyday phrases and basic vocabulary related to your life and immediate environment.
You will be able to greet and introduce yourself, form and answer questions, and express your wishes. In addition, the course will also help you understand us Finns,
the Finnish culture and our fascinating way of life.
Take a chance on Finnish!
Europe/Helsinki time