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Russian 4: module 3

Discuss topical issues, aspects of Russian literature and other cultural matters and learn some advanced grammar. You should have studied Russian for about three years and be reasonably fluent. Based on tutor's own material.

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Key course information

Dates
17/04/12 - 03/07/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
12 weeks

Time
19:50 - 21:20

Fees
Full fee: £103
Senior fee: £103
Concession: £34

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LR431

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?

The course aims to give you an opportunity to discuss current affairs, read extracts from authentic literary sources and discuss general interest topics and Russian cinema. You will increase your fluency and improve your accuracy through revision of essential grammar structures.

What topics will we cover?

Current affairs in Russian (articles from newspapers and magazines); videos of Russian films; Russian literature; social issues.

Grammar: verbs of motion, imperfective and perfective verbal adverbs, present and past active verbal adjectives, past possessive verbal adjectives.

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

Learning outcomes will be negotiated with the tutor at the beginning of the course:
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What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

You should have studied Russian for at least 3 years and have a good knowledge of spoken Russian and grammatical structures. 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?

''Window to Russia'' by L Skorohodov and O Horohordina
Additional material provided by the tutor.

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?

Russian 5 module 1 LR511.

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
17/04/12 to 03/07/12	Tue	19:50 - 21:20	12 weeks	£103	£103	£34	LR431	Available	» Select
20/04/12 to 29/06/12	Fri	14:30 - 16:00	11 weeks	£94	£57	£29	LR432	Available	» Select