Portuguese 1: module 3

Continue learning to speak Portuguese and develop your listening and speaking skills in this communicative class, which emphasises the practical use of the language. Suitable if you have completed 'Portuguese 1: module 2' or equivalent. Based on unit 6 of Avenida Brasil 1 (IF) (EPU).

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Key course information

Dates
05/07/12 - 26/07/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
4 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £73
Senior fee: £73
Concession: £43

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LP134

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

The course aims to give students basic knowledge of Portuguese, enabling them to understand how the language works and to start communicating in Portuguese in various situations.

What topics will we cover?

Portuguese grammar, colloquial and formal language, idiomatic expressions. The students will have the opportunity to develop their oral, listening comprehension, reading and writing skills.

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

-describe daily routine
-talk about past actions
-describe your last holidays.

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

Suitable if you have completed 'Portuguese 1: module 2' or equivalent. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide, or at http://www.citylit.ac.uk/courses/Languages/74. 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 approach, contextualised presentation of the language, pair and group work, games for consolidation, pronunciation practice, choral and individual repetition, homework will be set, corrected and commented.

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

Textbook: Avenida Brasil 1, Units 6. Additional materials will be provided by the tutor.
CD for practice pronunciation will be for listening comprehension in the classroom only. No need to buy the CD.

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?

Portuguese 2 lower module 1.

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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

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
16/04/12 to 02/07/12	Mon	18:00 - 19:30	10 weeks	£94	£94	N/A	LP132	Started	» Select
17/04/12 to 03/07/12	Tue	19:35 - 21:05	12 weeks	£103	£103	£34	LP131	Started	» Select
20/04/12 to 06/07/12	Fri	18:00 - 19:30	12 weeks	£103	£103	£34	LP133	Started	» Select
05/07/12 to 26/07/12	Thu	18:00 - 21:00	4 weeks	£73	£73	£43	LP134	Available	» Select