Estonian Language and Culture

Estonian compared to the Indo-European languages. Politeness formulas. Numbers. Vocabulary associated with university. Basic everyday phrases (in a shop, cafe, etc.).
A short review of Estonian history and culture.  

NB! This course will take place in spring semester 2024/2025 which starts on 3rd of February and ends on 16th of June (you can find that information under Start date section). The real course start and end dates will be announced at the beginning of February at the latest.

The student can use Estonian politeness formulas, can cope with everyday communicative situations (at the university, in a cafe, shop, in the street) at least on the level of understanding, can introduce him/herself in Estonian. The student knows the Estonian national symbols, traditions and historical background.

Final assessment can consist of one test/assignment or several smaller assignments completed during the whole course. After declaring a course the student can re-sit the exam/assessment once. Assessment can be graded or non-graded. For specific information about the assessment process please get in touch with the contact person of this course. For specific information about grade transfer please contact your home university

No prerequisites

• Õppejõu koostatud/ valitud materjalid.

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