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Itä-Suomen Yliopisto

Joensuu, Kuopio

Open uni: Finnish 1A, autumn 2026

Open university
Date:
23.9.2026 - 9.12.2026
Credits:
2 ECTS credits
Location:
-
Continuous learning category:
Languages and communication
Teaching format:
Independent learning, Distance teaching
Price:
40 € (VAT 0%)
Jatkuva oppiminen verkkosivut

Learn Finnish online with weekly support meetings!

Contents:

  • standard phrases and how to respond to them
  • basics of word order and sentence formation
  • fundamentals of noun and verb conjugation
  • basic Finnish vocabulary, e.g., introductions, travel, and the learner's environment

Learning outcomes:

The student can greet others, introduce themselves, give a brief description of themselves and ask and provide information in Finnish. The student understands simple spoken and written messages and can produce them themselves. The student knows the most important features of Finnish and knows something about the Finnish way of life. The student knows basic vocabulary and structures.

The objective is to attain the level A1.1 of the Common European Framework of Reference.

The course does not require previous Finnish studies. The course is aimed for complete beginners.

Modes of study: Independent online studying and finishing assignments. Successful completion of the course requires the completion of course assignments within the specified schedule and a passing grade in the final exam. The student should reserve approximately 54 hours for course work.

Schedules:

The course online learning environment is open from September 23 to December 9. Students can complete the course at their own pace.

The recommended timeframe for completing the course is 6 weeks.

The course has no scheduled classroom teaching, but students can participate in tutoring via Zoom.

The tutoring sessions are held weekly, on Fridays at 10-12. To participate, the student needs strong enough internet connection and microphone. Use of camera is also recommended. 

NB! The teaching language on this course is English. You need a B1-B2 level (CEFR scale) in English to be able to successfully complete the course.

Further information can be found in the Peppi study guide.

The study fee is 20 euros per ECTS credit. The study fee is paid at registration. The price holds for the academic year 2026-2027. Please find more information: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi)

By paying the study fee, the student receives a temporary right to study that entitles them to attend a particular course. The right to study is course-specific, and is required to complete the course as specified in the curriculum, covering both teaching and course exams.

Day time teaching
Irrespective of time
English

Register for studies

How to register for Open University Studies 

1. Choose your studies 

Go to the registration service using the button on this page. You will see information about the course, which you can review before registering. Add the course to your study cart. You can also add other courses to the cart before proceeding. 

2. Identify yourself and pay 

Log in via the Suomi.fi service, fill in your personal details on the registration form, and confirm your registration. Pay for the studies at the time of registration. 

Registration is binding. Please read the Open University payment and cancellation terms before registering. 

If you cannot identify yourself via the Suomi.fi service but are able to pay using one of the following methods: Google Pay or Apple Pay, Visa or MasterCard, please register in the online service (choose ‘Skip identification’). Otherwise, contact the academic affairs coordinator (contact details below). Be prepared to verify your identity with an official ID after registration. 

If your employer is paying the course fee and you do not have access to a company credit card, contact the academic affairs coordinator before registering. You can find the contact details at the bottom of the page. 

Studies paid with a study voucher: the voucher must be activated in the Opin.fi service before registration and payment. 

3. Wait for confirmation and start your studies 

Processing the registration usually takes 2–5 business days, and at most 10 business days. After processing, you will receive an email with a link to the instructions for starting your studies. Please read the instructions carefully. 

UEF username 

  • If you are studying at the University of Eastern Finland for the first time, you will receive separate instructions on how to activate your UEF username. 
  • If you already have a UEF username, change your password. 

Your username will receive the necessary access rights once your study right begins. 

Didn’t receive the message? Check your email’s spam folder. If the message is not there, contact the Open University. 

Registration starts:
2026-08-06 09:00
Registration ends:
2026-10-25 23:59
Registration

More information about education

Profile picture: Sanna Vikla

Vikla, Sanna

Continuous Learning Specialist

Centre for Continuous Learning

+358504666591

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Laitinen, Anna

Academic Affairs Coordinator

Centre for Continuous Learning

+358505993764