Higher Education Studies and Finnish as a second language 1 (B1)Laajuus (5 cr)
Code: TK00GJ25
Credits
5 op
Objectives
The student knows basic aspects of studying and working in one’s field of interest in the Finnish language. The student familiarizes oneself with the media and current themes in the field. The student can use a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student knows how to deepen his/her written and oral Finnish language skills required in higher education studies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.
Content
In this study module, we focus on developing Finnish language skills through various oral and written exercises. The module covers grammar structures and text production, practices understanding specialized texts and related vocabulary. If necessary, basic grammar rules are reviewed, and tools for independently improving Finnish language skills are provided to the student. In the module, students also research information related to their field of interest and become acquainted with it.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student recognizes and can use the concepts related to their field of interest with support. The student can communicate in the Finnish language and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student understands what they need to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The student can use the concepts related to their field of interest and apply them in practice. The student can communicate effectively in the Finnish language, organize their own knowledge, and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student uses concepts related to their field of interest and comprehends the bigger picture. The student employs a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.
Assessment criteria, pass/fail
Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.
Enrolment period
25.07.2024 - 22.09.2024
Timing
23.09.2024 - 17.11.2024
Credits
5 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Other education
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Degree programmes
- Preparatory Programme for Higher Education Studies for Immigrants
Teachers
- Tiina Miikkulainen
Groups
-
24MAVA2Korkeakouluopintoihin valmentava koulutus maahanmuuttaneille, ryhmä 2
Objectives (course unit)
The student knows basic aspects of studying and working in one’s field of interest in the Finnish language. The student familiarizes oneself with the media and current themes in the field. The student can use a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student knows how to deepen his/her written and oral Finnish language skills required in higher education studies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.
Content (course unit)
In this study module, we focus on developing Finnish language skills through various oral and written exercises. The module covers grammar structures and text production, practices understanding specialized texts and related vocabulary. If necessary, basic grammar rules are reviewed, and tools for independently improving Finnish language skills are provided to the student. In the module, students also research information related to their field of interest and become acquainted with it.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
The student recognizes and can use the concepts related to their field of interest with support. The student can communicate in the Finnish language and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student understands what they need to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
The student can use the concepts related to their field of interest and apply them in practice. The student can communicate effectively in the Finnish language, organize their own knowledge, and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
The student uses concepts related to their field of interest and comprehends the bigger picture. The student employs a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.
Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)
Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.
Assessment scale
0-5
Enrolment period
31.08.2023 - 29.10.2023
Timing
30.10.2023 - 31.12.2023
Credits
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Other education
Campus
TAMK Main Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 25
Degree programmes
- Preparatory Programme for Higher Education Studies for Immigrants
Teachers
- Tiina Miikkulainen
Groups
-
23MAVA1Korkeakouluopintoihin valmentava koulutus maahanmuuttaneille
Objectives (course unit)
The student knows basic aspects of studying and working in one’s field of interest in the Finnish language. The student familiarizes oneself with the media and current themes in the field. The student can use a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student knows how to deepen his/her written and oral Finnish language skills required in higher education studies. The language proficiency level in language studies is B1.1.
Content (course unit)
In this study module, we focus on developing Finnish language skills through various oral and written exercises. The module covers grammar structures and text production, practices understanding specialized texts and related vocabulary. If necessary, basic grammar rules are reviewed, and tools for independently improving Finnish language skills are provided to the student. In the module, students also research information related to their field of interest and become acquainted with it.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
The student recognizes and can use the concepts related to their field of interest with support. The student can communicate in the Finnish language and be understood, even if there may be some inaccuracies in language structures or vocabulary. The student understands what they need to do to improve. The student has participated in the course and completed the course assignments.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
The student can use the concepts related to their field of interest and apply them in practice. The student can communicate effectively in the Finnish language, organize their own knowledge, and use the language actively and proactively. The student is active in the group and has performed well in completing course assignments.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
The student uses concepts related to their field of interest and comprehends the bigger picture. The student employs a variety of Finnish language structures and a reasonably extensive vocabulary. The student can analyze their own proficiency in the Finnish language and knows how to deepen their skills. The student is highly motivated and committed. The student takes responsibility for their own and their group's performance.
Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)
Fail
The student has not participated in the course lessons or group work and has not submitted assignments on time.
Assessment scale
0-5