KiViTa - Collaboration in language and communication teaching
Study languages and communication online – register for KiViTa courses now!
Do you need support in writing your thesis? Are you interested in foreign languages? Do you want to sharpen your Finnish skills? Our online course offering ranges from Finnish and foreign language courses to academic writing and communication skills.
What is KiViTa?
KiViTa is a selection of language and communication courses offered through a collaboration between several higher education institutions in the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. In addition to Aalto, KiViTa courses are offered by the University of Helsinki, Hanken School of Economics and the University of the Arts Helsinki. To make participation as effortless as possible, most KiViTa courses are offered online.
How do I register for a course?
When you have found an interesting course that suits your schedule, apply for the course in the Studyinfo service, where you should also check the up-to-date course offering and detailed application instructions.
Participants will be selected in the order of registration. For most courses, the registration deadline is 13 February. The details of the courses to be given later in the spring will be updated on the pages during February.
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