Languages

There are 62 courses available.

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• Arabic (Modern) 1A Complete Beginners

  Learn how to read and write, opportunities to practise both written and spoken Modern Standard Arabic in its classical form and everyday use. It is the formal language currently used in all Arabic countries.

  Course dates:

  11 Apr 2013–27 Jun 2013

• Arabic (Modern) 1B Beginners

  Learn grammatical structure of Arabic through use of examples of simple, everyday dialogues. Expand your knowledge of vocabulary acquired in 1A, and build upon reading and writing skills.

  Course dates:

  12 Apr 2013–28 Jun 2013

• Bringing up your Child Bilingually

  Did you know bilingual children achieve much better at school than children with only one language? Discover the benefits of maintaining your mother tongue with your children from the moment they are born.

  Course dates:

  19 Jul 2013

• Chinese (Mandarin) 1A Complete Beginners

  A world language that is growing in importance. Start learning now!

  Course dates:

  11 Apr 2013–27 Jun 2013

• Chinese (Mandarin) 1B Beginners

  Extend basic vocabulary, speech patterns and grammar. Acquire speaking and listening skills using everyday topics. Apply the correct pronunciation and intonation from the beginning. Introduction to the radical system (Chinese character composition), including pinyin spelling, stroke orders and basic characters.

  Course dates:

  10 Apr 2013–26 Jun 2013

• Essential Arabic

  An introduction to a world language with widespread influence.

  Course dates:

  9 Jul 2013–11 Jul 2013

• Finnish 1C Beginners Plus

  For students who have completed Finnish 1A and 1B (or equivalent). Learn to talk about possessions, express and ask opinions, make suggestions, discuss your preferences and describe your house/flat.

  Course dates:

  11 Apr 2013–27 Jun 2013

• Finnish 2C Lower Intermediate

  Communicate at an intermediate level. Expand vocabulary on everyday matters with reference to the present and past. Learn how to use the perfect and pluperfect tenses and formal and plural imperative. Increase your awareness of life in Finland, its culture and society. Tervetuloa!

  Course dates:

  11 Apr 2013–27 Jun 2013

• French 1A Complete Beginners

  Learn basic vocabulary, sentence structure and grammar. Exchange basic everyday and personal information. Engage in situational French, e.g. order and buy food and drinks, ask for accommodation, enquire about facilities and locations.

  Course dates:

  10 Apr 2013–19 Jun 2013

  10 Apr 2013–26 Jun 2013

  11 Apr 2013–27 Jun 2013

• French 1A For Holidays

  Gain a good grounding in basic vocabulary, sentence structure and grammar. Communicate basic everyday needs, exchange personal information. Engage in situational French, such as ordering and buying food and drinks, asking for a room in a hotel, enquiring about town facilities.

  Course dates:

  23 May 2013– 4 Jul 2013