Arabic course London part-time: City Lit

Arabic 1: module 3

Continue to learn to speak, understand, read and write Modern Standard Arabic on this lively course, which also refers to other Arabic dialects. Based on the coursebook Complete Mastering Arabic. You should have completed module 2 or equivalent level. Based on tutor's own materials.

If you're unsure of the level of course you should study, click here to view a language self-assessment chart

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Key course information

Dates
15/04/10 - 17/06/10

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £79
Senior fee: £79
Concession: £26

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LA131

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

Still got questions?
languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

To enable students to converse in basic everyday situations in Arabic and to introduce them to the written forms of the language.

What topics will we cover?

Chapters 11-20 of Mastering Arabic
themes: shapes and colours, numbers, days of the week, the weather, telling the time, directions, ordering drinks and food; comparing past and present
grammar: past tenses, prepositions, plurals, future tense, word order.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

-converse in Arabic using simple structures
-use numbers up to 100
-talk about the weather
-use the past tense
-tell the time
-directions
-order in a restaurant
-compare past and present
-use the future
-read basic sentences and write in Arabic.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is for students who have attended Arabic modules 1 and 2 or who have an equivalent knowledge of the language. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Communicative method using audio tapes and (later) videos. Role-play, pair and group work.
Please note students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Textbook: Mastering Arabic (Palgrave), Tutor's handouts.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; study support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 189 of the 09-10 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Arabic 2: lower module 1.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Wednesday 12.30–13.30

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
15/04/10 to 17/06/10	Thu	18:00 - 19:30	10 weeks	£79	£79	£26	LA131	Available	» Select
17/04/10 to 19/06/10	Sat	15:30 - 17:30	10 weeks	£105	£68	£36	LA132	Available	» Select