Summer Events and Culture in Lapland

Education name: Summer Events and Culture in Lapland
Education type: Bachelor level
Scope of studies: 5 ECTS
Implementation time: 30.03.2027 - 31.08.2027
Enrollment time: 20.12.2026 08:00 - 16.03.2027 16:00
Seats free: 5/5
Implementation type: Full time day studies
Themes: Internationality, Business and entrepreneurship
Price: 75€
Teaching language: English
Teacher: Elisa Maljamäki

General information

Interested in events, cultures, and meaningful volunteering? Come and join this inspiring study unit and discover how events are created, how multicultural teams work together, and how volunteering can make a real impact. Throughout the course, you will learn about the event production process, develop teamwork and communication skills in an international environment, and gain confidence in using Finnish in real-life event situations. At the same time, you will reflect on your own strengths, identify areas for growth, and set goals for your future development. Be part of the experience, expand your network, and develop valuable skills for your future career.

Implementations

Summer Events and Culture in Lapland
Basic information
Identifier: VVBU2277-3002
Learning Objectives

Having completed this study unit
• You understand how events are structured and recognise the key phases of event production.
• You search for and use information about different cultures.
• You work effectively as part of a multicultural project and learning environment.
• You understand the role and significance of volunteers in different event productions.
• You act responsibly as a volunteer in various event contexts.
• You use the Finnish language confidently in different event-related situations.
• You identify learning opportunities and set goals for developing your own competences.

Content

• Summer events as project-based processes: planning, organisation, and implementation
• Operating in a multicultural environment
• The role of volunteering in event production
• The use of the Finnish language in event contexts
• Goal-oriented development and reflection on one’s own learning

Additional information

Daily/campus studies: The completion of the study unit includes approximately 50–60 hours of volunteer work at summer events in Lapland between 1 June and 31 August.

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