Finnish Culture (2 cr)
Code: KE00AY82-3014
General information
Enrollment
19.08.2019 - 15.09.2019
Timing
26.08.2019 - 19.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Campus
Design and Fine Arts
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Studies for incoming exchange students
Teachers
- Heikki Saros
Teacher in charge
Heikki Saros
Groups
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08EXC19KS
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04EXC19KS1
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04EXC19KS2
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04EXC19KS3
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05EXC19KS
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07EXC19KS1
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07EXC19KS2
Learning outcomes
The course consists of three half day lectures, one day excursion and individual research. The aim of the course is to give an overview on cultural, social and economic development in Finland from middle ages to present time. The method is mixed cultural historical and sociological.
Implementation and methods of teaching
The course consists of three half day lectures, one day excursion and individual research. The aim of the course is to give an overview on cultural, social and economic development in Finland from middle ages to present time. The method is mixed cultural historical and sociological.
Lecture titles
1. Homes and houses. Design, architecture and life style in Finland.
2. History and identity. HIstorical monuments and cultual symbols in Finnish mindset.
3. Pulp Fiction.
- Political, social and economical dynamics in Finland.
-Sources of income and sectors of production and services
-Finland according the statistics
Learning material and recommended literature
Lecture materials in Reppu e-learning environment. Further reading and study materials informed during the lectures.
Contents
Finnish culture course offers an overview on Finnish cultural heritage, present society and economical drivers. The course consist of three lectures, one day excursion and group and individual tasks. Main goal of the course is to guide the students to find valid professional sources of information on issues dealing with Finland.
Assessment criteria
Assessment
Active participation in lectures and an assignment.
Assessment criteria
• Attendance (80 %)
• An assignment - topic will be informed during the lessons and in the electronic Reppu learning environment
Assessment scale
Approved/Failed