Introduction to Finnish Society and Culture, 2–3 cr

Tampere University

Description
Completion options

Teaching periods

Course code

ITC.KIE.010

Language of instruction

English

Academic year

2024–2025

Level of study

Intermediate studies

Grading scale

Pass-Fail

Persons responsible

Responsible teacher:

Kimmo Ahonen

Responsible organisation

Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences 100 %

Common learning outcomes

International outlook and global responsibility

Core content:

Introduction to Finnish history and society
Finnish education system
Finnish communication and business culture
Cultural heritage of Finland and Satakunta region
Current issues in technology and innovation in Finland
Study visits to schools & companies

Learning outcomes

Further information

Learning material

Equivalences

Completion option 1

The course is primarily intended for exchange students studying at the University of Tampere Pori campus (the lectures are held in Pori). Lectures and a written assignment based on lectures and delivered materials will be worth 2 ECTS credits. Students may write a longer essay based on given material to earn 1 additional ECTS credits.

Participation in teaching

1. Lectures (English)

26.08.2024 – 03.12.2024

2. Lectures (English)

08.01.2025 – 30.04.2025