The course is included in these curricula and study modules

The course takes place in period

4 (2024-03-18 to 2024-07-31)

Level/category

General studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Compulsory

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

1

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

The aim of the course is to focus on the exposure
to and practice of general language functions,
both
in spoken and written language.
ompetencies 

Within this study unit we will focus on the
following competencies: 

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SDG?s in focus: 

​​☐​#1 NO POVERTY 

​​☐​#2 ZERO HUNGER 

​​☒​#3 GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING 

​​☒​#4 QUALITY EDUCATION 

​​☒​#5 GENDER EQUALITY 

​​☐​#6 CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION 

​​☐​#7 AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY 

​​☒​#8 DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH 

​​☐​#9 INDUSTRY, INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE 

​​☒​#10 REDUCED INEQUALITIES 

​​☐​#11 SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES 

​​☐​#12 RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION & PRODUCTION 

​​☐​#13 CLIMATE ACTION 

​​☐​#14 LIFE BELOW WATER 

​​☐​#15 LIFE ON LAND 

​​☐​#16 PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS 

​​☐​#17 PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS 

Learning outcomes

Knowledge ? what you know

You have knowledge about the basis in Swedish.

You have a small vocabulary for introducing
yourself and for talking about everyday life. You
are developing previous skills.

You know basic grammar in Swedish. New topics in
this course are plural forms of the nouns, past
tense of the verbs. You can use adjectives as
predicative in sentences.

You are somewhat acquainted with the culture in
Swedish and have some knowledge about traditions
in the Nordic countries.

Course contents

Knowledge ? what you know

You have knowledge about the basis in Swedish.

You have a small vocabulary for introducing
yourself and for talking about everyday life. You
are developing previous skills.

You know basic grammar in Swedish. New topics in
this course are plural forms of the nouns, past
tense of the verbs. You can use adjectives as
predicative in sentences.

You are somewhat acquainted with the culture in
Swedish and have some knowledge about traditions
in the Nordic countries.
Skills ? what you can do

You can read and understand simple texts and
dialogues about familiar topics.

You can use simple phrases and sentences to talk
about myself and everyday events in my life, both
in present tense and past tense.

You can communicate in simple situations about
everyday life. I can ask and answer questions and
use polite expressions.

You can write simple notes and messages. You can
e.g., write a simple personal letter, for example
setting an appointment or thanking someone for
something.

You are increasing your vocabulary, you can ask
for and give directions, you are able to set a
date, talk about the weather, the weekdays, months
and the seasons

You can orally handle easy situations such as
ordering in a restaurant or buying something in a
store

You can catch the main point in simple speech when
people speak slowly and clearly.
Attitude

In order to learn a new language, you need to
repeat a lot and practice talking with the study
group and get feedback from the teacher.
Therefore, attendance in class is mandatory.

Prerequisites and co-requisites

You can take this course after Swedish for
Beginners 1 or an equivalent course. The starting
level is CEFR A1.1.

Additional information

Attendance is compulsory.

Recommended or required reading

We use the book: Vi ses! Svenska för nybörjare.
By: Keränen, Lindroos & Peltola 2018, Otava.

The book includes dialogues and exercises and is
used both in the first and the second course in
Swedish. Get the book before the first lecture!

Study activities

  • Lectures - 40 hours
  • Individual- and group instruction - 10 hours
  • Practical exercises - 10 hours
  • Small-group work - 10 hours
  • Individual studies - 55 hours
  • - 10 hours

Workload

  • Total workload of the course: 135 hours
  • Of which autonomous studies: 135 hours
  • Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours

Mode of Delivery

Participation in tuition

Assessment methods

  • Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
  • Demonstrations and proficiency exams
  • Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

Attendance is mandatory at all time.
The course grade is based on:

Written exam 50%
Oral test 25%
Participation, assignments, mid-term test 25%
Assignments and coursework 10%

Teacher

Huldén Barbara

Examiner

Huldén Barbara

Home page of the course

Group size

No limit

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2023-11-24 to 2023-12-22

Assessment methods

  • Date of examination will be announced later - Exams
  • Date will be announced later - Demonstrations and presentations
  • Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
  • Date will be announced later - Other assignments

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