Updated on February 10th, 2025 / TK
Spring Term 2025
We organize Finnish courses from beginner’s level A1 to level C1, in four locations as well as online. Our courses are open to everyone, but students need to register in advance for most of the courses. We do not provide language testing, but certificates of attendance are provided on request. If you need a certificate after the course, please contact our customer service: toimisto (at) ahjola.fi
Further information about our Finnish courses:
Monday to Thursday 10 am – 2 pm
Tuula Kivelä tel. 044 553 8414 / tuula.kivela (at) ahjola.fi
Tommi Takku tel. 044 553 8471 / tommi.takku (at) ahjola.fi
If you are unsure about your Finnish skills level, you can use this self-assesment grid to determine your level.
Registration
Note! The 3 Finnish courses for immigrant women held at Naistari (22002, 22003, and 22004) and the course for immigrant men at Mattila (22006) are an exception: you need not register in advance for them. For all our other Finnish courses you need to register either online or by phone.
How to register?
• Online registration started on December 9th, 2024 for most of the courses. Summer courses have a later registration date.
• Registration by phone at 044 553 8400. Monday to Friday 10 am to 3 pm.
If you register by phone, be prepared to give us your email address, to which we will send confirmation of your registration and the payment details for paying the course fee.
Note that your registration is binding; if you know you can’t attend the course, cancel your registration at least 8 days before the course begins (free of charge). For cancellations 1-7 days before the beginning of the course we charge the whole course fee.
Cancellations and questions about payments: Please contact talous (at) ahjola.fi.
If the course level is not right for you, you can change to a more suitable course. In such a case, please contact Tuula 044 553 8414.
Course locations
- Juhannuskylä school (in the centre) Rautatienkatu 3-5
- Ahjola (in Pispala) Erämiehenkatu 10
- Naistari (in Hervanta) Lindforsinkatu 4
- Mattila (in Amuri) Sepänkatu 10
- Online (25 courses)
ONSITE COURSES
ONSITE FINNISH COURSES STARTING IN APRIL AND MAY
Finnish for Beginners Intensively in Spring (level 0-A1.2) 22050L
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 5.00–7.30 pm
23.4. – 11.6.2025 (57 hours)
Course fee: 90 €
An intensive beginners’ course in Finnish. The course progresses fast and requires independent study between the lessons. We will learn to speak e.g. about oneself, family, the weather and daily routines; we will practice numbers and easy situations relating to errands. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, chapters 1-5. After the course, you can continue studying on the Finnish continuation course starting in September 2025. The language of tuition is Finnish; English is used as an auxiliary language of instruction as needed. NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025.
Intensive Finnish Continuation Course in Spring (level A1.2-A1.3) 22051L
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 2.15–4.45 pm
23.4. – 11.6.2025 (57 hours)
Course fee: 90 €
The course is suitable for you if you participated in Ahjola’s Finnish for beginners course in spring 2025 or have studied chapters 1-5 of the book Suomen mestari 1 elsewhere. The course progresses fast and also requires independent study between the lessons. Topics include, among others, housing, food and drink, and talking about workplaces. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, chapters 6-9. After the course, you can continue your studies with the Finnish 2 course starting in September 2025. The language of tuition is Finnish; English is used as an auxiliary language of instruction as needed. NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025.
Finnish language and culture through music (level A1.2 – A1.3) 22053L
Location: Ahjola,, Ateljee
Tuesdays 5.6.30
29.4. – 20.5.2025 (8 hours)
Course fee: 51 €
NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025. The course is intended for students who have studied Finnish for about a year (e.g., Finnish 1 course, skill level at least A1.2). In this course, we practice speaking, listening, pronunciation, and vocabulary of the Finnish language using songs and rhythm exercises. We also review some grammar. The themes of the course are sauna, Finland, celebrations, and cultural practises. The goal is to gain confidence in using the Finnish language, expand vocabulary, and get acquainted with Finnish song traditions and culture. Participation does not require a music hobby or special skills.
Finnish Language Activation Course in May 1 (level A1) 22055L
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Tuesdays and Fridays 4.00–6.15 pm
6.5. – 17.6.2025 (39 hours)
Course fee: 77 €
NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025. The course is intended for individuals who have fully studied the textbook Suomen mestari 1. Welcome to this course if you want to focus on improving your spoken language skills! We will activate the texts and dialogues from chapters 5-9 of the book Suomen mestari 1 in a variety of ways. Part of the content and grammar of other chapters will also be revised in interactive situations. You can bring your textbook along, but it is not necessary for the course. English and Russian are used as auxiliary languages in teaching when necessary. The recommended course after this course in autumn 2025 is Finnish 2.
Finnish Language Activation Course in May 2 (level A2) 22056L
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Tuesdays and Fridays 6.30–8.45 pm
6.5. – 17.6.2025 (39 hours)
Course fee: 77 €
NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025. The course is intended for individuals who have already completed the textbook Suomen mestari 2 in its entirety and want to develop their spoken language skills! During the course, we will activate the texts and dialogues from chapters 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the book Suomen mestari 2 in a variety of ways. Part of the content and grammar of other chapters will also be revised in interactive situations. You can bring your textbook along, but it is not necessary for the course. The language of instruction for the course is Finnish. The recommended course after this course in autumn 2025 is Finnish 3.
Everyday Finnish Course for Spring 1 (level A2) 22058L
Location: Ahjola, Nurkkis
Mondays and Wednesdays 5.00–6.30 pm
28.4. – 11.6.2025 (26 hours)
Course fee: 63 €
NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025. The course is intended for individuals who have been studying Finnish for about a couple of years, for example completing the book Suomen mestari 2. We will activate and maintain Finnish speaking and listening skills related to everyday life topics. We will also expand vocabulary, and refine grammar structures. The textbook of the course is Elämänmenoa. On this course, we will cover texts 1-17 from the book. Topics include, among others, vocational choices, family life, and tourist trips. Out of the structures, we will review verbs (e.g., imperfect, perfect, MA-infinitive, and passive present). English and Russian are used as auxiliary languages for teaching if needed. The recommended course after this course in the fall of ’25 is Finnish 3.
Everyday Finnish Course for Spring 2 (level B1) 22059L
Location: Ahjola, Nurkkis
Mondays and Wednesdays 6.45–8.15 pm
28.4. – 11.6.2025 (26 hours)
Course fee: 63 €
NOTE: Registration for this course begins on 1 February 2025. The course is intended for individuals who have studied Finnish for a few years. The course is suitable for you if you have studied, for example, the book Suomen mestari 3 entirely or halfway through. On this course, we will activate and maintain Finnish speaking and listening skills related to everyday life. We will also expand vocabulary, and refine grammar structures. The textbook of the course is Elämänmenoa. The course will proceed according to the topics of the book – on this course, we will cover texts 18-34 from the book. Topics include, among others, childhood memories, classic fairy tales, and cultural differences. Structures to be covered include i-plurals, essive and translative, passive imperfect, modal structures, and sentence equivalents. The language of instruction of the course is Finnish.
EVENING COURSES AT JUHANNUSKYLÄ SCHOOL (LEVELS A1-B1)
Finnish for Beginners in the Center (level 0-A1.2) 22009L Registration is closed.
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Mondays and Wednesdays 5.00-6.30 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee: 79 €
A Finnish course for beginners. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, chapters 1-5. The topics of the course are related to e.g. studies, home, and shopping in a clothing store. The language of instruction is Finnish. English and Russian are used as languages of instruction alongside Finnish when needed.
Finnish 1 (level 0-A1.3) 22015 Registration is closed.
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Mondays and Wednesdays 5.00-6.30 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee (spring term): 79 €
The course started in September 2024. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, of which chapters 6-9 will be covered in the spring. The language of instruction is Finnish. English is used as the language of instruction alongside Finnish when needed. If you have studied chapters 1-5 of the coursebook on another course earlier, you are welcome to join the group in January.
Finnish Language Refresher Course 1 (level A1) 22017
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Tuesdays 6.40-8.10 pm
14.1. – 8.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee (spring term): 57 €
The course started in September 2024. You can register in January, if you have already studied the Suomen mestari 1 book or completed another Finnish for beginners course and wish to review what you’ve learned. The course can be taken, for example, alongside Ahjola’s Suomi 1 course, or after Suomi 1 or a similar course. Welcome to this course if you want to focus on improving your oral skills in Finnish! The language of tuition is Finnish, but English and Russian may be used as auxiliary languages of instruction as needed.
Finnish Language Refresher Course 2 (level A2) 22018
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Thursdays 6.40-8.10 pm
16.1. -10.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee (for spring term): 57 €
The course started in September 2024. You can register in January, if you have already studied the Suomen mestari 2 book or are currently on a course covering the latter part of the book, and wish to review what you’ve learned. The course can be attended concurrently with the Ahjola Suomi 2 course or after Suomi 2 or an equivalent course. Welcome to this course if you want to focus on improving your spoken language skills! The language of tuition is Finnish, but English and Russian may be used as auxiliary languages of instruction as needed.
Finnish 2 – part one (level A1.3-A2.1) 22019L Registration is closed.
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Mondays and Wednesdays 6.45-8.15 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee: 79 €
The course is intended for students who have completed the textbook Suomen mestari 1, e.g. in Ahjola’s autumn 2024 course Finnish continuation course in Pispala or Finnish continuation course online. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 2, chapters 1-4. The course topics include, among others, leisure and travel, nature, and health. English can be used alongside Finnish as a language of tuition, when needed.
Finnish 2, group A (level A1.3-A2.1) 22020 Registration is closed.
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Mondays and Wednesdays 6.40-8.10 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee (spring term): 79 €
The course started in September 2024. If you have studied chapters 1-4 of Suomen mestari 2 earlier and there are available places on the course, you are welcome to join in January. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 2, of which chapters 5-8 will be covered in the spring. The topics of the course are related to leisure and travel, study and work, as well as family. English can be used alongside Finnish as a language of tuition, when needed.
Finnish 2, group B (level A1.3-A2.1) 22021 Registration is closed.
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5.00-6.30 pm
14.1. – 10.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee (spring term): 79 €
The course started in September 2024. If you have studied chapters 1-4 of Suomen mestari 2 earlier and there are available places on the course, you are welcome to join in January. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 2, of which chapters 5-8 will be covered in the spring. The topics of the course are related to leisure and travel, study and work, as well as family. English and Russian can be used alongside Finnish as languages of tuition, when needed.
Finnish 4 (level A2.2-B1.1) 22035L
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5.00-7.30 pm
14.1. – 10.4.2025 (72 hours)
Course fee: 101 €
This course is for students who have completed Ahjola’s Finnish 3 course or have studied the same topics elsewhere and already manage in Finnish in everyday situations. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 3, chapters 5-8, and complementary material provided by the teacher. At the beginning of the course we will review the topics of the first half of the book, if needed. The course includes independent study between classes with the coursebook.
Finnish 5 from the Beginning (level B1) 22036L
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Tuesdays 5.00-7.30 pm
21.1. – 15.4.2025 (36 hours)
Course fee: 67 €
The course is intended for students who have completed the Ahjola Finnish 4 course or have studied Finnish elsewhere and achieved language proficiency level B1.1. The course is suitable for you if you can already manage in Finnish in daily life and recurring work situations and wish to learn more. The course involves both written and spoken language. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 4, which we will start from the beginning. The course also includes independent study using the textbook.
Finnish 5 (level B1) 22038
Location: Juhannuskylä school
Mondays 5.00-7.30 pm
13.1. – 7.4.2025 (36 hours)
Course fee (spring term): 67 €
The course started in September 2024. The course is for students who have completed Ahjola’s Finnish 4 course or have otherwise reached language proficiency level B1.1. The course is suitable for you if you already manage in Finnish in everyday life as well as in repetitive work situations and want to learn more. New students are welcome to join in January. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 4: we will continue from chapter 2 in January. The course includes independent study between classes with the coursebook.
AFTERNOON COURSES IN PISPALA (LEVEL A1)
Finnish for Beginners in Pispala (level 0-A1.2) 22008L Registration is closed.
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Tuesdays and Thursdays 2.15-3.45 pm
21.1. – 17.4.2024 (48 hours)
Course fee: 79 €
A Finnish course for beginners. We will focus on speaking and listening but practice reading and writing as well, and aim at using Finnish actively from the start. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, ch. 1-5. The language of tuition is Finnish, but English is used alongside Finnish as an auxiliary language of instruction. Note: The course is not intended for those who are illiterate in their own mother tongue.
Finnish Continuation Course in Pispala (level A1.2-A1.3) 22011L Registration is closed.
Location: Ahjola, Pirtti
Mondays and Wednesdays 3.00-4.30 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
Course fee: 79 €
A continuation course for the students who took Ahjola’s Finnish for beginners course in autumn 2024 and for others who have studied some Finnish for beginners. You should already have studied chapters 1-5 of the book Suomen mestari 1 or similar content on another course. We will focus on speaking and listening but practice also reading and writing. Coursebook: Suomen mestari 1, ch 6-9. English is used alongside Finnish as a language of tuition when needed.
FINNISH COURSES FOR IMMIGRANTS AT NAISTARI AND MATTILA
Easy Finnish for Immigrant Women (level A1) 22002 THIS COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED AT THE MOMENT
Location: Naistari
Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30-12.00 am
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
No course fee
The course started in September 2024. This course is for immigrant women who do not speak any Finnish yet, or understand a little Finnish. After this course you will know, for instance, greetings, weekdays, and seasons in Finnish. The course material is provided by the teacher. The course is not intended for students who are illiterate in their own language. Registration in Naistari.
Plain Finnish for Immigrant Women (level A2) 22003 THIS COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED AT THE MOMENT
Location: Naistari
Mondays and Wednesdays 9.00-10.30 am
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
No course fee
The course started in September 2024. This course is for immigrant women who have studied some Finnish already (for at least 1-2 years). We learn more Finnish for everyday needs, in various situations such as visiting acquaintances, going to the doctor, shopping, going to the bank. The course material is provided by the teacher. Registration in Naistari.
Everyday Finnish for Immigrant Women (level B1) 22004 THIS COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED AT THE MOMENT
Location: Naistari
Mondays and Wednesdays 12.30 – 2.00 pm
13.1. – 9.4.2025 (48 hours)
No course fee
The course started in September 2024. This course is suitable for immigrant women who have studied Finnish at least for a couple of years and can already handle everyday situations in Finnish. We practice using Finnish in various customer service and training situations. The course material is provided by the teacher. Registration in Naistari.
Finnish for Immigrant Men (level A1.3-A2.1) 22006
Location: Mattila
Tuesdays 11.15 am – 12.45 pm
14.1. – 25.3.2025 (20 hours)
No course fee
The course started in September 2024. The course is intended for immigrant men who already know a little Finnish and want to practice speaking. You have studied for at least one year, either on a course or independently. We will practice various spoken situations and communication in Finnish, emphasizing language skills needed in everyday life. The course is organized in co-operation with Men’s Civic House Mattila. Registration at Mattila before or during the first lesson.
ONLINE COURSES
ONLINE COURSES STARTING IN APRIL AND MAY
Finnish Continuation Course Online in April (level A1.2-A1.3) 22105L
Location: online (Peda.net)
8.4. -10.6.2025 (40 hours)
Course fee: 77 €
This course is planned for those who took Ahjola’s online course Finnish for beginners online 22101L and others who have studied some Finnish (e.g. Suomen mestari 1 ch 1-5). The course includes 20 modules, each consisting of teaching videos, audios and various exercises to train listening comprehension, writing skills and speech. You will get two modules each Tuesday, and you can study when it suits you best. You will get online support and answers to your questions throughout the course. The languages of instruction are Finnish and English. To participate you need a computer / mobile device, a microphone and speakers. You also need the coursebook Suomen mestari 1, of which chapters 6-9 will be covered. The learning platform is Peda.net. Note: there are no real-time video meetings on the course, but there is a weekly timetable for interactive exercises that students can participate in on the course platform.
Online Finnish for Beginners – Intensively in April (level 0-A1.2) 22150L
Location: online (Peda.net)
14.4. – 14.5.2025 (40 hours)
Course fee: 77 €
The course is suitable for beginners who want to progress quickly and are able to study independently on a daily basis at least 10 hours a week. The course is also suitable for those who want to revise the basics of Finnish in four weeks. We will start learning Finnish from the very beginning. You will receive new material five times a week, which you can study when it suits you best. The languages of instruction are Finnish and English. To participate you need a computer / mobile device, a microphone and speakers. You also need the coursebook Suomen mestari 1, of which chapters 1-5 will be covered. The learning platform is Peda.net. Note: there are no real-time video meetings on the course, but there is a weekly timetable for interactive exercises that students can participate in on the course platform.
Online Finnish Continuation Course – Intensively in May (level A1.2-A1.3) 22151L
Location: online (Peda.net)
19.5. – 13.6.2025 (40 hours)
Course fee: 77 €
The course is suitable for you if you have studied Finnish for about a year (e.g., completed the Suomen mestari 1 book) and want to revise what you have previously learned. The course is also suitable for those who have studied Suomen mestari 1, chapters 1-5, and want to progress quickly. The course is intended for students who are able to study independently on a daily basis. You will receive new material five times a week, which you can study when it suits you best. The online material consists of videos, audio recordings, listening comprehension, writing and speaking exercises. As part of a group, you will get support for learning and can ask questions throughout the course. The languages of instruction are Finnish and English. To participate you need a computer / mobile device, a microphone and speakers. You also need the coursebook Suomen mestari 1, of which chapters 6-9 will be covered. The learning platform is Peda.net. Note: there are no real-time video meetings on the course, but there is a weekly timetable for interactive exercises that students can participate in on the course platform. Participating in the course requires about 10 hours of study per week.
Review your Finnish Online in Spring (level B1) 22155L
Location: online (Zoom)
28.4. – 16.6.2025 (28 hours)
Mondays and Wednesdays 5.00-6.30 pm
Course fee: 68 €
Do you feel that it’s time to review the grammar you’ve previously learned and learn some more vocabulary at the same time? Do you want to develop your language skills even after the YKI test? The spring revision course is suitable for you if you have studied, for example, the books Suomen mestari 1-3 and if the following things are already familiar to you: the past and the perfect tense, T-plural, and the plural partitive, the conditional, and the object. The course will be held entirely online, using the Zoom meeting app as. To participate, you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone or headphones, and a camera.
ONLINE COURSES STARTING IN JANUARY
Finnish for Beginners Online (level 0-A1.2) 22101L Registration is closed.
Location: online (Peda.net)
14.1. – 25.3.2025 (40 hours)
Course fee: 74 €
This course is for beginners. The course includes 20 modules, each consisting of teaching videos, audios and various exercises to train listening comprehension, writing skills and speech. You will get two modules each week on Tuesdays. You will get online support and answers to your questions throughout the course. The languages of instruction are Finnish and English. To participate you need a computer / mobile device, a microphone, and speakers. You also need the coursebook Suomen mestari 1. The learning platform is Peda.net. There are no real time video meetings on this course, but there is a weekly timetable for interactive exercises that students can participate in on the course platform.
Finnish Continuation Course Online (level A1.2-A1.3) 22104L Registration is closed.
Location: online (Peda.net)
14.1. – 25.3.2025 (40 hours)
Course fee: 74 €
This course is planned for those who took the course 22102 Finnish for beginners online in autumn 2024 and others who have already studied some Finnish (e.g. Suomen mestari 1 ch 1-5). The course includes 20 modules, each consisting of teaching videos, audios and various exercises to train listening comprehension, writing skills and speech. You will get two modules each week on Tuesdays. You will get online support and answers to your questions throughout the course. The languages of instruction are Finnish and English. To participate you need a computer / mobile device, a microphone, and speakers. You also need the coursebook Suomen mestari 1, of which chapters 6-9 will be covered. The learning platform is Peda.net. There are no real time video meetings on this course, but there is a weekly timetable for interactive exercises that students can participate in on the course platform.
Easy Finnish Speaking Course Online (level A1.2-A1.3) 22106L
Location: online (Zoom)
Wednesdays 10.00-11.30 am
22.1. – 2.4.2025 (20 hours)
Course fee: 54 €
The course is suitable for you if you have studied Finnish for at least six months or for example the book Suomen mestari 1. We practice easy conversations and speaking in various everyday situations. At the same time, we review grammar related to speech situations. We also learn the most common spoken Finnish expressions that differ from written language. English is used as a supporting language in teaching, alongside Finnish. The course is held online via Zoom. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone / headphones, and a camera.
Review your Intermediate Finnish Online (level B1) 22112L
Location: online (Zoom)
Tuesdays 1.00-2.30 pm
11.2.-6.5.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee: 59 €
This revision course is suitable for you if you have studied, for example, the books Suomen mestari 1-3 and if the following things are already familiar to you: the past and the perfect tense, T-plural, and the plural partitive, the conditional, and the object. In the revision course, we will practice, among other things, past tense verb forms, noun types, active and passive use of verbs, expressions of time, different sentence types and word derivation. We will practice both written and spoken Finnish. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone or headphones, and a camera. Note: this course is similar to the one held in autumn 2024
Suomi sujuvaksi 1 (level B1), credit course, 3 credits 22116
Location: online (Zoom)
Mondays 4.30-6.00 pm
13.1. – 7.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee (for spring term): 59 €
This course started in September 2024. The course is suitable for students who have completed Ahjola’s courses Finnish 1-4 or have otherwise reached level B1.1. The course reinforces B1-level language skills. The students’ vocabulary will be expanded and the knowledge of grammar structures will be deepened. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone/headphones, and a camera. New students can join in January, if there are available places on the course.
Finnish Discussion Course on Zoom (level B1-B2) 22118L
Location: online (Zoom)
Tuesdays 4.30-6.00 pm
28.1. – 22.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee: 59 €
Do you feel that there are not enough chances to practice oral skills in Finnish through discussions? On this course we will choose a topic, go through expressions associated with the topic, and activate the words and expressions by speaking in small groups or pairs. The course suits you if you have studied Finnish actively for 3-4 years and already have a wide vocabulary on which to build. The course is held online via Zoom. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone/headphones, and a camera. NOTE: This course is identical to the corresponding course in autumn 2024.
Online Writing Course in Finnish – Towards Level B2 (level B1.2-B2.1) 22120L
Location: online (Zoom)
Thursdays 4.30-6.00 pm
30.1. – 10.4.2025 (20 hours)
Course fee: 55 €
Would you like to write texts with more fluent Finnish? This course suits you if you have studied Finnish actively for at least 2-3 years and want to learn to write with more accuracy. We will meet once a week via Zoom. During our meetings we will study and practice various sentence structures. After each meeting you will get a writing assignment on a current topic. The students get personal feedback on the assignments. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone/headphones, and a camera. NOTE: This course is identical to the corresponding course in autumn 2024.
Suomi sujuvaksi 2 (level B2.1) 22130
Location: online (Zoom)
Tuesdays 6.00-7.30 pm
14.1. – 8.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee (for spring term): 59 €
This course started in September 2024. The course is for students who have studied Finnish for several years and whose estimated language proficiency level is at least a strong B1. You want to become more accurate in your Finnish and want to learn to use more advanced grammar structures. The focus of the course is on speaking and reading, but the students also have the opportunity to hand in writing assignments for feedback from the teacher. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone/headphones, and a camera.
Suomi sujuvaksi 3 (level B2.2) 22132
Location: online (Zoom)
Wednesdays 6.00-7.30 pm
15.1. – 9.4.2025 (24 hours)
Course fee (for spring term): 59 €
This course started in September 2024. The course is for students who have studied Finnish for several years and whose estimated language proficiency level is B2. You already understand fast speech in Finnish and can communicate quite fluently in different situations. You want to improve and expand your vocabulary, and learn how to express nuances, attitudes, and details. The focus of the course is on speaking and reading, but the students also have the opportunity to hand in writing assignments for feedback from the teacher. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection, a microphone/headphones, and a camera.
Online Finnish for Advanced Students (level C1) 22135L
Location: online (Peda.net)
27.1. – 7.4.2025 (20 hours)
Course fee: 55 €
This course is for students whose language proficiency level in Finnish is B2.2/C1. We will focus on vocabulary nuances that suit different language situations, learn less common grammar structures, and look at different text types and how they may influence the reader. The course is held completely online; the learning platform used is Peda.net. You will get a weekly learning plan including various exercises and one assignment on which you will get feedback from the teacher. To participate you need a computer with an internet connection. The course content is the same as on the corresponding course in autumn 2024. There are no real-time video meetings on this course; you can study when it suits you best.