Language
Language Training 1 Finnish Society and Work Communities
2 ECTS credits, Academic Year 2026-2027
In this course, you develop your Finnish skills and deepen your knowledge of social issues related to Finnish working life.
If you do not have a study right at the University of Oulu it is possible to apply for a non-degree study right for this course. You can ask about free places using the contact form during the registration period. You can find the link to the form on the course page when the registration period is open. We are happy to help you with choosing the right course.
Education information
Course study period
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Enrollment period
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Subject
Working life Finnish
Mode of delivery
Web-Based Studies
Price
The course is free of charge
Maximum participants
At least 8 places for students from outside / non-degree students.
Education description
- Introduction to Finnish society: social structure, rule of law, welfare and equality, power, influence and decision-making.
- Working communities in Finland: employer's and employee's responsibilities, well-being of the working community.
- Review of the basic level of the Finnish language (A2–B1) and assessment of one's own skill level and planning for the development of language skills.
Contact information
Anne Koskela (anne.koskela@oulu.fi)
Sisko Brunni (sisko.brunni@oulu.fi)
Sisko Brunni (sisko.brunni@oulu.fi)
Created 31.5.2023 | Updated 9.6.2026