Welcome to English


The limits of my language means the limits of my world.

Ludwig Wittgenstein

Our English courses aim to prepare you for an active international academic and working life. We provide an opportunity for you to develop the skills necessary to communicate effectively and confidently in English. You can do this through compulsory and elective courses. Compulsory courses are focused on oral communication, reading and writing, while elective courses offer you a more in-depth exploration of English culture and interaction.

English Activation course

Brush up your English

If you feel you need to brush up and reactivate their English skills in spoken communication and reading, we recommend the English Activation course (XENG0001V24).

XENG0001V24 English Activation 2 cr.

Courses

DENG0001V24 Academic Literacies
DENG0002V24 Academic Communication

Adult Education, Education and Sustainability Education

KENG0011V24 Academic Literacies
KENG0012V24 Academic Communication

Class Teacher Training

LENG0011V24 Academic Literacies
LENG0012V24 Academic Communication

Bachelor’s degree

OENG0710V24 Legal English Reading for Academic Purposes
OENG0711V24 Legal English Oral Communication for Academic Purposes

Master’s degree

OENG0810V24 Advanced Legal English Writing for Academic Purposes
OENG0811V24 Advanced Legal English Oral Communication for Academic Purposes

Administrative Sciences and Management

TENG0011V24 Academic Literacies
TENG0012V24 Academic Communication
TENG0013V24 Academic Writing (elective)

Political Sciences and Sociology

TENG0011V24 Academic Literacies
TENG0012V24 Academic Communication
TENG0013V24 Academic Writing (elective)

Social Work

TCOM0001V24 Communication Competence in Social Work
TENG0011V24 Academic Literacies
TENG0013V24 Academic Writing (elective)

Tourism Research

Mandatory English studies for students of Tourism Research have been integrated to courses:

MATVMVV24 Moniulotteinen viestintä
MATVTLV24 Tekstilajit
MATVKKV24 Kielenkäyttö
MATVVVV24 Vuorovaikutusosaaminen

We offer a selection of English Language Use and Culture courses which can be taken separately or as a 25-credit minor.

English: Language Use and Culture (25 ECTS)

  • English for Career Development
  • Discussions and Debates
  • Written Content Creation
  • English-language Cultures and Societies
  • English Around the World
  • Advanced Academic Writing
  • Presentation Skills
  • Contemporary Literature

Language as a Minor: English 2024-2027

TUKO1113 Presenting I: The Academic Audience
TUKO1244 Presenting II: Unfolding Research to Various Audiences
TUKO1112 Research Writing (in English)

For those who wish to brush up and reactivate their English skills in spoken communication and reading, we recommend the elective English Activation course

XENG0001V24 English Activation (elective)

Elective English courses or English as a Minor

Are you interested in further improving your English language skills for academic and professional purposes? Are you planning on travelling or working abroad? Would you like to have an international career? Would you like to learn about the culture of English-speaking countries? Are you interested in reading literature in English?

We offer a selection of English Language Use and Culture courses which can be taken separately or as a 25-credit minor.

English: Language Use and Culture Courses

  • English for Career Development
  • Discussions and Debates
  • Written Content Creation
  • English-language Cultures and Societies
  • English Around the World
  • Advanced Academic Writing
  • Presentation Skills
  • Contemporary Literature

Language as a Minor: English 2024-2027

Kolme opiskelijaa irroittamassa pyöriään pyörätelineestä Lapin yliopiston edustalla. Pyörätelineitä ympäröi kauniiit ruskan punertamat pensaat.

English Coaching for University Faculty & Staff

The Language Center offers tailored English Coaching for University faculty (including teaching staff and researchers) who would like to activate and develop their spoken English.

Meetings can be arranged for individuals, pairs, or small groups who need to use English in their work and would like to build confidence through conversation, practicing pronunciation, expanding vocabulary and focusing on situations where English is needed, for instance, teaching, interviewing, and presenting.

Contact zoe.koivu@ulapland.fi for more information and to arrange mutually suitable times.

Not a University of Lapland Student?

You can still register for courses, but you need to apply through the Open University. There will be a course fee.

Contact information

Gabriel Chavez

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 484 4459 gabriel.chavez@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili

Pia Eriksson

Yliopistonlehtori, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

Vice Director of Language Centre
Group leader of English

+358 40 484 4169 pia.eriksson@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili

Zoë Koivu

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 484 4452 zoe.koivu@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili

Stefanie Lavan

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 484 4448 stefanie.lavan@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili

Maria Selin

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 354 8626 maria.selin@ulapland.fi

Anastasiia Shevkun

Yliopisto-opettaja, Englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 661 3538 anastasiia.shevkun@ulapland.fi

Sampo Sukanen

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 44 474 4339 sampo.sukanen@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili

Olivia Vogt

Yliopisto-opettaja, englannin kieli

Kielikeskus

+358 40 528 4914 olivia.vogt@ulapland.fi Tutkimusprofiili
You are welcome to contact us regarding
  • Content and methods of the English courses
  • Participation issues
  • Apprehension or anxiety to participate in the courses
  • Proof of study certificates and letters of recommendations
  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) such as substitution or inclusion, after you have read following instructions
  • Please note that we do not administer CEFR language exams. ( consult International office)
Viimeksi päivitetty: 29.10.2025