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In spring 2027 we offer an intensive beginners’ course and two continuation courses for learners with about one term of Ukrainian. All courses are taught online on Zoom on Thursdays, so you can join from home. Good news for English speakers: English is the main supporting language in teaching, with some Finnish. The courses start in January 2027 and cost €117–134. Members of Ammattiliitto Pro pay half price. Courses Frequently asked questions Registration The Ukrainian language Ukrainian (українська мова, ukrainska mova) is a Slavic language in the Indo-European language family. Together with Belarusian, Russian and Rusyn it forms the East Slavic group of languages. Ukrainian is the only official language of Ukraine, and it is also spoken in Ukrainian communities around the world. Ukrainian is written in the Cyrillic alphabet, and the courses start with the alphabet. Pronunciation largely matches the spelling, much as in Finnish, which makes the language accessible for beginners. Which course is right for you? If you want to…Explorestart Ukrainian from scratchIntensive Ukrainian for beginners onlinecontinue after the intensive beginners’ courseIntensive Ukrainian for beginners, continuationcontinue after about one term of studyUkrainian for beginners, continuationlearn Ukrainian for work contactsAll spring courses Courses in spring 2027 This list is based on the published spring 2027 programme. You can always find up-to-date information, course descriptions and available places in the registration system. All courses are taught online on Zoom. The Finnish course name is shown in brackets. Beginner level (level 0–A1.1) On the beginner-level courses you learn the Cyrillic alphabet, basic vocabulary and essential grammar. From the very start you practise getting by in simple everyday conversations in Ukrainian, as the main goal is speaking fluency. On the continuation courses you practise talking about everyday routines, schedules and professional activities, for example. You also explore elements of Ukrainian culture. Intensive Ukrainian for beginners online, level 0 (Ukrainan intensiivialkeet etänä): Thu 18.40–20.40, 21 Jan – 18 Mar 2027, Kateryna Shliamina, €117 (Ammattiliitto Pro members €59). No previous study needed. Intensive Ukrainian for beginners online, continuation, A1.1 (Ukrainan intensiivialkeiden jatko etänä): Thu 18.40–20.40, 1 Apr – 27 May 2027, Kateryna Shliamina, €117 (Ammattiliitto Pro members €59). Follows on from the intensive beginners’ course. For learners with one term of Ukrainian, the intensive beginners’ course or similar knowledge. Ukrainian for beginners online, continuation, A1.1 (Ukrainan alkeiden jatko etänä): Thu 17.00–18.30, 14 Jan – 8 Apr 2027, Kateryna Shliamina, €134 (Ammattiliitto Pro members €67). For learners with one term of Ukrainian, the intensive beginners’ course or similar knowledge. Studying online on Zoom All our Ukrainian courses are taught online on Zoom, which is easy to use. We send you a Zoom link by email before the course starts, so please register at least three days before the start. In addition to an internet connection, you need speakers or headphones and a microphone. Zoom guide for students. Good to know Location: All courses are taught online on Zoom, so you can join from anywhere. Language of instruction: English is the main supporting language in teaching and partly in the materials, with some Finnish. Levels: The course levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (level 0, A1). Language proficiency scale • Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). Materials: Study materials are included in the course fee. Ammattiliitto Pro members: If you are a member of Ammattiliitto Pro, select the discounted price when you register. Memberships are verified with the union. Benefits for Pro members. Payment: Language courses cannot be paid for with Edenred or Epassi culture and sport benefits. If your employer offers a tax-free culture benefit (up to €400 a year) that you would like to use for language studies, we can make a separate agreement with your employer. You choose the course, and we invoice the full fee or the part your employer covers directly to your employer. Please contact our study guidance or office for more information. Certificate: You can request a certificate from our office once the course has ended. Frequently asked questions Are the Ukrainian courses taught in English? English is the main supporting language in teaching and partly in the materials, with some Finnish. Can I start Ukrainian from scratch? Yes. Intensive Ukrainian for beginners online (level 0) starts in January, and no previous study is needed. Do I need to know the Cyrillic alphabet before the course? No. The beginners’ course starts with the Cyrillic alphabet. Can I join a course that has already started? Yes. You can register for the intensive courses during the first three sessions and for the beginners’ continuation course later too. Missed sessions can be deducted from the course fee if you contact our office at toimisto@helao.fi. How much do the courses cost? The intensive courses cost €117 and the beginners’ continuation course €134. Members of Ammattiliitto Pro pay half price. Materials are included. Can I pay with Edenred or Epassi? No. Language courses cannot be paid for with culture and sport benefits. You can, however, use a tax-free culture benefit from your employer through a separate agreement. Please contact our office for more information. See also Language courses: all the languages we teach. Russian courses: another East Slavic language written in Cyrillic. Courses taught in English: all our courses taught in English. Polish courses: a West Slavic language. Study languages from home: how our online language classes on Zoom work. Teachers of our language courses: meet our teachers. Registration Browse all our Ukrainian courses and register online. Our study guidance can help you choose a course and answer questions about your studies. For more information about our Ukrainian courses, please contact Niina Kerppola, Head of Foreign Languages, at niina.kerppola@helao.fi.
