This course is for absolute beginners. It aims to give learners 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.
Method of delivery:
There are two groups in Level 1. Group One will follow the blended learning approach (half face-to-face and half online) and Group Two will be delivered entirely online – real-time interactive virtual classes via MS Teams.
This course is designed to provide near-beginners with the foreign 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.
There are two groups for Level 2: Group 1 will be taught face-to-face at Penrhyn Road and Group 2 will be delivered entirely online.
- Entry requirements: completion of Level 1 or three months' prior language learning.
- Level 2 module is offered in October and January.
- Timetable for both Level 2 groups in January: Wednesdays 6–8pm.
- Method of delivery: Group 1 face-to-face; Group 2 fully online via MS Teams.
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 October and January.
- Timetable for January 2023: Tuesdays 6-8pm
- Method of delivery: face-to-face at Penrhyn Road
This module is designed to reactivate and build on the student's previous knowledge of the target language. It aims to equip students with further linguistic skills, to enable them to communicate in a number of familiar work and social situations and respond accordingly, and to broaden students' awareness of aspects of the foreign culture. 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.
- Entry requirements: completion of Level 3 or one year's prior language learning or equivalent of level A1 of CEFR.
- Level 4 module is offered in October and January.
- Timetable: Tuesdays 6-8pm.
- Method of delivery: face-to-face at Penrhyn Road.
This module will consolidate and develop existing linguistic skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Students will increase their vocabulary, be able to use more complex structures, become aware of register and deepen their awareness of aspects of the foreign culture and work environment. Students will improve and consolidate the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary acquired previously.
- Entry requirements: completion of Level 4 or equivalent.
- Level 5 module is offered in January 2023.
- Timetable: Tuesdays 4-6pm.
- Method of delivery: face-to-face at Penrhyn Road.
This module further develops the reading, speaking, writing and listening skills practised in previous courses. It emphasizes communication and comprehension, but also builds on the grammar base acquired in previous modules. 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.
- Entry requirements: completion of Level 5 or equivalent of A2 level of CEFR.
- Level 6 module is offered in next academic year 2023-24 (October 2023)
This module will consolidate and develop existing linguistic skills in speaking, reading, listening and writing. Students will increase their vocabulary, be able to use more complex structures and become more aware of register and also consolidate and deepen their awareness of aspects of the foreign culture. Students will gain confidence and ability in oral communication through guided discussion, and individual and group presentations. Students will be given writing tasks such as short essays, guided writing activities and grammar revision exercises. Some translation and summary work will also be undertaken, working from the target language source into English. Audio and written materials will be used to widen their knowledge of life in target language speaking countries.
- Entry requirements: completion of Level 6 or equivalent.
- Level 7 module is offered in January 2023.
- Timetable: Thursdays 6-8pm.
- Method of delivery: face-to-face at Penrhyn Road.
