Welsh beginners: module 2
Suitable if you have completed module 1 or have basic knowledge of Welsh.
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- Start Date: 26 Jan 2026End Date: 30 Mar 2026Mon (Evening): 18:00 - 19:30In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 10 sessions (over 10 weeks)Course Code: LW121Tutors: Jack Pulman-SlaterFull fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £155.00
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What is the course about?
This in-person course is designed for learners who have completed a beginner-level introduction to Welsh and are ready to build on their foundational skills. The course focuses on developing confidence in speaking and understanding Welsh through interactive activities and pronunciation practice.
What will we cover?
Topics will include discussing past events, making and talking about future plans, time and money, travel and journeys, and describing family members and friends.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- start to use different forms of the past tense
- use the future tense
- say what the time is
- give instructions
- show possession using mutations and pronouns such as 'my' and 'your'
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have completed Welsh beginners: module 1, or have equivalent experience.
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?
Materials will be provided by the tutor in class and online via Google Classroom.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Welsh beginners, module 3 next term.
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WELSH: Jack was brought up in the traditionally Welsh-speaking heartland of north Pembrokeshire. He has taught Welsh to adults since 2017 both at City Lit and beyond. In 2023, he completed his PhD at Ysgol y Gymraeg (Cardiff University) on Welsh learners’ pronunciation. Jack continues his particular interest in pronunciation both in his classes and through teaching dedicated pronunciation workshops at City Lit. SWEDISH: A keen language learner, Jack began his Swedish learning journey at City Lit and quickly became obsessed by this fascinating Germanic language. Jack has an advanced certificate in Swedish from Folkuniversitetet (Göteborg) and now coordinates Swedish language courses at the College. As a tutor on Swedish grammar workshops and beginner level courses, Jack enjoys helping learners to overcome the challenges that he himself faced as a learner.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
