Highlights of Finnish History

Structure Type: Course
Code: SUMMERKU102
Type: Free choise
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 2.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Haasio, Ari
Teacher Team: Haasio, Ari
Language of Instruction: English

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, students will
- be aware of Finland’s history and how Finnish economics, politics and culture has developed during the last decades.
- understand the reasons and consequences of the development.
- be able to conduct small talk about Finnish history and development, especially in the 19th and 20th century.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

None

Contents

- Finland under Swedish rule
- Grand Duchy of Finland – Russian Rule 1809 – 1917
- Time of independence

Recommended or Required Reading

Klinge, M. 1992. A Brief History of Finland. Otava.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Lectures, group works

Assessment Criteria

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Assessment Methods

Essays (crades 0-5)

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