Swedish Language and Communication, Oral SkillsLaajuus (1 cr)

Objectives

The aim of the course is to provide the students with such proficiency in the written and spoken Swedish language as needed to meet the demands of the profession and to further develop professional skills. (Act on the Knowledge of Languages Required of Personnel in Public Bodies, 6.6.2003/424).

Content

Education. Seeking for a job and employment. Working environment and society. Communication situations of the working life. Terminology of the field. Interactive communication.

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: Upper secondary school Swedish or equivalent. B1-level language skills.
Literature: Material handed out during the course.
Teaching methods: Texts, exercises, writing assignments, pair and group discussions, independent on-line learning / grammar exercises
Method of completion: Participation in class, written exam.
Language of tuition: Swedish and Finnish.

Further information

Based on the skills level test, the student may be instructed to take the Basic course in Swedish during the 1st year of studies.