Arabic course London part-time: City Lit

Arabic 2 upper: module 3

Improve your reading and speaking skills, develop a more sophisticated use of the language and enhance your understanding of the Arab culture. Suitable if you have studied Arabic for two years or have a fairly good command of the language.

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Key course information

Dates
17/04/10 - 19/06/10

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
10 weeks

Time
11:30 - 13:00

Fees
Full fee: £79
Senior fee: £51
Concession: £27

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LA232

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 develop students' competence in speaking and understanding spoken and written Arabic at an intermediate level. The course also aims at improving fluency and accuracy in communication.

What topics will we cover?

Conversations in a range of contexts, Arabic culture and life in the Arab world, expressing viewpoints about a range of topics relating to self and others, summarising the gist of texts relating to general topics/politics/culture.
Grammar: consolidation of previously learnt grammar; negation with laysa, lam and lan; kaana and its sisters; ‘inna and its sisters; the subjunctive; the verb patterns 1-10 and relevant masdar patterns, irregular/defective verbs relevant to level, conditional clauses.

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

- Understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar issues regularly encountered at work, study or leisure.
- Demonstrate improved listening and reading skills and develop a feeling for register of speech
(formal/colloquial/regional).
- Describe experiences, events, hopes and ambitions.
- Produce some simple texts on topics which are of personal interest.

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

Students should have a good command of the language. This stage is for students who have completed stage 2 Upper module 2 or studied Arabic for more than 2 years. 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?

A variety of methods will be used: communicative approach, demonstrations, role-play, pair and group work, audio-visual aids, practical assignments and tasks.

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

Book: Advanced Business Arabic, International Book Centre, INC. and Al-Kitab, Part One, Georgetown University Press.
Other authentic materials prepared by the teacher.

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?

Please enrol on Arabic 3: 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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