Study Guide

Objectives (course unit)

Having completed work on this module, students will be able to use the target language
to cope in the most common communication situations, for example when travelling on
business, or receiving foreign visitors at their place of business. Communicative
functions practised will include conducting personal business, asking for and giving
information, offering assistance, and giving advice.

Aqcuired level of competence: A1-A2
(Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

Content (course unit)

? Oral and written communicative practice in natural and
realistic situations
? Social interaction
? Cultural characteristics and local customs of native
speakers of the target language
? Essential grammatical structures

Prerequisites (course unit)

No prerequisites, or at the maximum, 2 years of Russian studied in grammar school.

Further information (course unit)

Literature: To be announced in a separate module guide.

Teaching methods: The practice activities are based on interpersonal interaction, and promote the development of communicative competence face-to-face and in writing. Audio-visual on-line learning tools may also be used.

Language of tuition: Finnish.

Year: Business and administration: 2nd year of studies. Other degree programmes: no restrictions

Assessment scale

0-5