Italian

Unlike previous years, and due to the current situation, all KLS classes for the first teaching block (September to December) will be delivered online – real time interactive virtual classes.

In the second teaching block (January to March) we expect our Italian courses to follow the blended learning approach, which consists of a combination of face-to-face classes and online/virtual classes. During the first half of the teaching block students will attend traditional classes at Kingston University. The second half will be online real-time interactive (virtual) classes with the language tutor. However, the mode of delivery might be subject to change depending on circumstances.

At the end of the teaching block there will be two assessments: Reading & Writing and an Oral Assessment.

Please note: KLS assessments cannot be re-scheduled.

Please also note: a minimum of 10 students is required in order for a course to run. Should any course not recruit enough students, it will be cancelled.

Italian courses offered

Italian Level 1

This module aims to give students a basic knowledge of reading, listening, spoken and written skills in a dynamic and communicative way, through individual, pair and group work and studio-based and authentic texts. The focus is on accuracy as well as communication.

Entry requirements: None.
Level 1 module is offered in Teaching Block 1 (September 2020) and Teaching Block 2 (January 2021).

Timetable for Teaching Block 1

Tuesdays 6–8pm

Italian Level 2

This module is designed to provide near beginners with the foreign language skills with language skills to enable them to interact satisfactorily in survival situations and social encounters in the foreign country and to be aware of related aspects of the foreign culture and environment.

Entry requirements: Completion of Level 1 or three months' prior language learning.
Level 2 module is offered in Teaching Block 1 (September 2020) and Teaching Block 2 (January 2021).

Timetable for Teaching Block 1

Thursdays 6–8pm

Italian Level 3

This module is designed to develop the language competency already acquired by students. It focuses on developing the levels of communication in all four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously. The module also engages with aspects of the language's culture and society as it aims to provide students with a wider context for language learning.

Entry requirements: Completion of Level 2 or six months' prior language learning.
Level 3 module is offered in Teaching Block 1 (September 2020) and Teaching Block 2 (January 2021).

Timetable for Teaching Block 1

Wednesdays 6–8pm

Duration and fees

Duration

10 weeks.

Term dates

Teaching Block 1 (semester 1):

Week commencing 28 September 2020 to week commencing 07 December 2020.

No lessons in week commencing 26 October 2020 (10 weeks).

Teaching Block 2 (semester 2):

Week commencing 13 January 2020 to week commencing 23 March 2020.

No lessons in week commencing 10 February 2020 (10 weeks).

Venue

Penrhyn Road campus, Kingston University.

Course fees

Kingston University students: free (you will be required to purchase the course textbook independently at the beginning of the course. Your tutor will provide details in the first class).
Members of the public: £225 per semester or £420 for 2 semesters.
Kingston University alumni: £210 per semester or £400 for 2 semesters.
Kingston University staff: £80 per semester.

How to apply

Find out how to apply for a Kingston Language Scheme course

Contact us

Short Course Administrator
Kingston University
Penrhyn Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 2EE

Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7042
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7790
Email: fassshortcourse-info@kingston.ac.uk

KLS Director: Rosa Rodriguez-Garrido

Email: R.Rodriguez-Garrido@kingston.ac.uk