Programdetaljer
| Program | Start | Slut | Pris | Ålder vid ankomst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skolprogram, avresa höst (juli-sep) |
STUDYING IN FINLAND
Finland was once ruled by Sweden, later by Russia—and Finnish culture, especially its food, absorbed the influences of both countries. Yet today Finland is in most ways unique. Its language is challenging, its architecture is distinctive, and its people keep their society homogenous by discouraging immigration. At the same time, although Finns are personally reserved, they are eager to share their heritage with visitors, and they stage hundreds of arts festivals. They are also among international leaders at interconnecting the world through technology. Ecologically, the World Economic Forum ranked Finland first in environmental health among 142 nations, and the little-developed northern third of the country, lying above of the Arctic Circle, is Europe’s last frontier.
School
The education system in Finland is composed of comprehensive schools, upper secondary schools, vocational and professional education institutions and universities. Compulsory education consists of a free nine-year comprehensive school starting when students reach the age of seven. Students may continue their studies either in upper secondary schools, in vocational institutes or in commercial colleges. Some pupils enter working life after completing comprehensive school.
LIVING IN FINLAND
Lifestyle and Family Living
Finns tend to be shy and reserved at first, but as you get to know them they show themselves to be warm, affectionate, gracious and open-minded. They maintain high ideals of loyalty and reliability, and they appreciate good manners, respect for others and punctuality.
Dress and Appearance
Finns tend to dress casually. Teenagers like T-shirts, jeans, shorts (in the summer), sweats and sweaters. Most girls wear pants instead of skirts. On special occasions more formal dress is expected: for women a dress or blouse and skirt; for men a jacket, slacks and tie. Clothes are expensive in Finland, so you will do well to bring with you what you need.
