Finnish for Working LifeLaajuus (4 cr)
Code: TKV22FI02
Credits
4 op
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Qualifications
Suomi
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 01.10.2024
Timing
02.10.2024 - 31.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Engineer (Land Surveying)
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
- Degree Programme in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Anna Korhonen
Teacher in charge
Ronnie Sundsten
Scheduling groups
- ELA22-A (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
- ELA22-K (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
- ELA22-I (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
ELA22D-VIngenjör (YH), el- och automationsteknik, 2022, dagstudier
Small groups
- ELA22-A
- ELA22-K
- ELA22-I
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Location and time
Autumn 2024, Wolffskavägen 33
Materials
Compendium + other material on Moodle.
Teaching methods
- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam
Exam schedules
Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.
Completion alternatives
Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.
Student workload
4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)
Further information
Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Qualifications
Suomi
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 01.12.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Engineer (Land Surveying)
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
- Degree Programme in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Emilia Vikfors-Lintala
Teacher in charge
Sem Timmerbacka
Groups
-
BYS22D-VIngenjör (YH), byggnads- och samhällsteknik, 2022 Vasa, dagstudier
-
BYL22D-VIngenjör (YH), lantmäteriteknik, 2022 dagstudier
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Location and time
Autumn 2024, Wolffskavägen 33
Materials
Compendium + other material on Moodle.
Teaching methods
- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam
Exam schedules
Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.
Completion alternatives
Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.
Student workload
4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)
Further information
Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Qualifications
Suomi
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 03.09.2024
Timing
02.09.2024 - 03.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Engineer (Land Surveying)
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
- Degree Programme in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Emilia Vikfors-Lintala
Teacher in charge
Kaj Rintanen
Scheduling groups
- MAP22-K (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
- MAP22-D (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
- MAP22-B (Size: 40. Open UAS: 0.)
Groups
-
MAP22D-VIngenjör (YH), maskin- och produktionsteknik, 2022 dagstudier
Small groups
- MAP22-K
- MAP22-D
- MAP22-B
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Location and time
Autumn 2024, Wolffskavägen 33
Materials
Compendium + other material on Moodle.
Teaching methods
- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam
Exam schedules
Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.
Completion alternatives
Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.
Student workload
4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)
Further information
Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Qualifications
Suomi
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 30.08.2024
Timing
28.08.2024 - 18.09.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Engineer (Land Surveying)
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
- Degree Programme in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Emilia Vikfors-Lintala
Teacher in charge
Matts Nickull
Groups
-
ÖH22FLEXINGÖppna YH, Flexibelt till Ingenjör
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Qualifications
Suomi
Enrollment
15.06.2024 - 02.09.2024
Timing
01.08.2024 - 05.11.2024
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Vasa, Wolffskavägen 33
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering, Engineer (Land Surveying)
- Degree Programme in Civil and Construction Engineering
- Degree Programme in Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Degree Programme in Electrical Engineering and Automation
- Degree Programme in Industrial Management
Teachers
- Emilia Vikfors-Lintala
Teacher in charge
Roger Nylund
Groups
-
PRE22D-VIngenjör (YH), produktionsekonomi, 2022 dagstudier
Objective
The student
- masters the central vocabulary in the own field
- can deal with work-related situations orally and in writing
- is able to write different types of texts and prepare different types of documents
- understands and is able to make use of information from texts (articles, official documents etc.) concerning the own field
- is able to give a structured presentation in Finnish
- can attend and lead a meeting in Finnish
- masters the central grammar orally and in writing
- must demonstrate such knowledge (orally and in writing) in Finnish as required by law (424/2003) by public employees
Content
- Working life and own field
- Entrepreneurship
- Business Communications
- Meeting technology and terminology
- Thesis abstract
- Application according to specific education may occur.
Location and time
Autumn 2024, Wolffskavägen 33
Materials
Compendium + other material on Moodle.
Teaching methods
- Language of teaching Finnish
- Interactive lessons (attendance 75 %)
- Shorter lectures
- Pair and group discussions
- Written exercises and written assignments
- Own work
- Presentation and opposition
- Oral and written exam
Exam schedules
Oral exam during the course.
Written exam during the last lesson.
Retake on general re-examination.
Completion alternatives
Bilingual students can take the course partially at a distance. Some occasions are mandatory for everyone. More info on the first lesson.
Student workload
4 credits = 108 h work (c. 42 h in class, c. 66 h own work)
Further information
Remember to also sign up for the written and oral parts.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student must demonstrate knowledge of Finnish that is required by the law (424/2003) by public employees and should show satisfactory (grade 1, 2 or 3) or good (grade 4 or 5) ability to use Finnish in speech and writing.
The Common European Reference Framework for Languages (CEFR) is used to assess knowledge of Finnish. Levels B1.1 and B1.2 indicate satisfactory knowledge (grades 1-3) and level B2 or higher indicates good knowledge (grades 4-5).
Oral and written ability is assessed with different grades.
All universities in Finland follow the same assessment criteria.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment on the basis of
- Oral exam, oral presentation and other oral exercises (including kokous)
- Written exams/tests
- Written assignments
- Class activity
- Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, fail (0)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The assessment of the knowledge in Finnish is based on the European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Level B1 refers to satisfactory knowledge (grades 1–3) and level B2 refers to good knowledge (grades 4–5). The same assessment criteria are used at all universities in Finland. Level A2 or lower is failed.
Oral and written proficiency is assessed with different grades.
Qualifications
Suomi