Swedish for Beginners 4

Course overview

During the course you will continue to learn ways to express yourself in Swedish, both orally and in writing. The course teaches you to

• express your opinion on various themes
• understand and write responses to emails
• give instructions on e.g. the way in different speech situations
• present previous work and write a CV
• discuss housing and leisure
• talk about activities during different seasons and tell us what the weather is like
• discuss health and illness

Who is this programme for

This programme is designed for learners who have already completed an introductory level of Swedish and want to continue developing their language skills. It is suitable for anyone who wishes to build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing Swedish in everyday situations.

The course is especially relevant for students, professionals and international learners who want to improve their communication skills in Swedish for studies, work or daily life in a Swedish-speaking environment. A previous course such as Swedish for Beginners 3 or equivalent knowledge is recommended.

Learning methods

The learning methods for this course are mixed. The methods include lectures, individual and group work, project work and study visits. You will also have oral and written exercises, listening and reading comprehensions, and you will take part in games and dialogues.

Study format and schedule

The programme will start in October 2026, and the exact timetable will be announced at a later date.

We highly recommend that you attend classes on Arcada campus in Helsinki.