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Itä-Suomen Yliopisto

Joensuu, Kuopio

Open university: Finnish 1A, spring 2026

Open university
smart for good
Date:
12.1.2026 - 8.6.2026
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 study 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 January 12 to June 8. 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. 

Further information and exceptions to tutoring sessions 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 2025-2026. 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.

If you can’t identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service or your employer will pay your tuition fee, please contact our academic affairs coordinator; their contact information is below.

Day time teaching
English

Register for studies

I Click the registration button on this page. You will be directed to our registration service with the study unit already selected. You can add several study units to your study cart before you continue. 

II Proceed to identify yourself using the Suomi.fi service, fill in your personal information to the registration form, confirm your registration and pay the study fees. If you cannot use the Suomi.fi service, please contact our academic affairs coordinator, their information can be found below. 

Please note that the registration is binding. For more information on study fees and payment and cancellation terms, please see: Registration, study fees and right to study | University of Eastern Finland (uef.fi). 

III Your registration will typically be processed in 2-5 working days. During peak registration periods, this may take up to 10 days. After this period, you will get an automatic message which includes a link to the starting instructions. Please read and follow the instructions carefully.  

 

If you do not have a UEF username, you will also get instructions for activating one. Access rights will be added to your username when your study right begins.  

 

If you can’t find these messages, remember to check your email’s trash folder, and contact the open university staff if needed. 

 

If your employer will pay your tuition fee, please contact our academic affairs coordinator. Their contact information can be found below. 

Registration starts:
2025-11-24 09:00
Registration ends:
2026-04-24 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