Chinese 1: module 3

Continue to learn to speak Chinese, with emphasis on developing your speaking and listening skills. Consolidate your practice of Chinese characters. Suitable if you have completed module 2 or equivalent.

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Key course information

Dates
16/04/12 - 02/07/12

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
10 weeks

Time
10:45 - 12:45

Fees
Full fee: £114
Senior fee: £69
Concession: £35

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LC131

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?

This course will provide you with a good grasp of the fundamentals of Chinese, both spoken and written in order to enable you to understand conversational Chinese at natural speed, with the confidence to respond appropriately when spoken to in different situations.

What topics will we cover?

Themes: dates, time of day, seasons, weather, daily routine
Grammar: tenses, time clauses, sequencing of actions.

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

-describe a personal situation

-talk about holidays and travel

-discuss the weather

-describe your daily routine

-tell the time

-recognise characters (up to 150)

-read more advanced sentences.

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

Students should have completed Stage 1 Module 2 or have an equivalent knowledge of Chinese. 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?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

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

All materials provided by the tutor. Students do not work through set texts or particular textbooks.

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; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

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

Chinese stage 2 Lower Module 1 in September.

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 Thursday 12.30–13.30

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
16/04/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	10:45 - 12:45	10 weeks	£114	£69	£35	LC131	Available	» Select
17/04/12 to 03/07/12	Tue	18:00 - 19:45	12 weeks	£120	£120	£39	LC133	Available	» Select
18/04/12 to 27/06/12	Wed	19:45 - 21:30	11 weeks	£120	£120	£39	LQC13	Available	» Select
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