Testimonials

“Rakastin kurssilla oloa koko sydämestäni” – Opiskelijakokemuksia kesän 2026 intensiivikurssilta 

Last summer, a whopping 67 participants came to Jyväskylä to take part in the Summer Intensive Course in Finnish Language and Culture. We asked two participants to share why they are interested in Finland and the Finnish language and what their course experience was like. You can read about Sven and Leo's thoughts through the link above.

"70 syytä opiskella suomea" – Kuulumisia kesän 2025 kurssilta

The Summer Intensive Course in Finnish Language and Culture was organised again in Jyväskylä between June 30th and July 18th, 2025. During the course, participants got to practise Finnish intensively with the lead of our experienced teachers and during the cultural program. This summer we spent time in nature, warmed up the sauna on many occasions, and enjoyed the warm summer weather. We asked two participants about their motivations to learn Finnish and why they chose the intensive course in Jyväskylä in particular. Read about Birgit and Henny's journeys with the Finnish language by clicking the link above.

Living Finnish: A Language Course with a Side of Culture

Fulbright U.S. Student Katelyn Moje blog about her experiences at the summer course in 2024

Experiences from the 2024 Summer Intensive Course

We asked two participants from 2024 Summer Intensive Course in Finnish Language and Culture to share their experiences and thoughts on participating in the course and immersing themselves in the Finnish language and culture. Read what Julia and Karl-Wilhelm have to say about their experiences and favourite memories, and what advice they want to give to newcomers!