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On these pages you will find courses to learn the basics of a language or brush up your skills for your holiday. For a greater level of confidence and fluency, we are offering 5 different levels (Level 1 to Level 3) in a range of languages. It is usual for learners to complete one level each year - 2 terms of 10 two-hour sessions. Students can enrol at the beginning of each term. Each stage involves developing the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Learners will have access to a number of varied learning resources.

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Refresher course for beginner students

This short course is aimed at learners who would like to get by on holiday. There will be 6 two-hour sessions in the Summer term.

Refresher course for intermediate students

This short course is aimed at learners with some prior knowledge of the language who would like to consolidate and further their skills before their holiday abroad. There will be 6 two-hour sessions in the Summer term.

Year 1 / Level 1 (Beginners)

This stage is aimed at students with little or no previous knowledge of the language. Level 1 is split in two parts (1a / 1b), and is to be completed in two terms of 10 two-hour sessions. By the end of the two terms, learners will be able to take part in simple conversations and understand straightforward familiar information.

Course Content - these are some of the areas you are expected to cover:

Term 1 / Stage 1a

Talking about oneself and one's family: learners will be able to exchange information about themselves / family / friends.
Talking about work / occupation: learners will be able to give information about their work as appropriate to their circumstances.
Talking about one's home town and locality: learners will be able to exchange information with others about their respective towns and localities (saying where you live / locating places / describing places).

Term 2 / Stage 1b

Shopping for provisions: learners will be able to shop for food and drinks and will be able to express likes, dislikes and preferences and specify which item is required.
Asking for directions: learners will be able to ask or give directions to the chief locations of town or village.
Travelling using public transport: learners will be able to buy tickets and understand information related to travel (time / printed information).
Making travel arrangements

Year 2 / Level 1 (Post beginners)

This stage is aimed at students who have some prior knowledge of the language and are able to take part in simple conversations. Level 2 is split in two parts (2a / 2b) and is to be completed in two terms of 10 two-hour sessions. By the end of the two terms, learners will be able to take part in unprepared conversations on familiar topics. They will express themselves with a certain degree of confidence.

Course Content - these are some of the areas you are expected to cover:

Term 1 / Stage 2a

Securing accommodation (in campsite / hotel / etc); understanding information on accommodation and reporting a problem.
Describing your home - saying who does what at home.
Talking about your leisure interests / asking someone to do something / accepting or turning down an invitation.

Term 2 / Stage 2b

Talking about your favourite food / ordering drinks and snacks / ordering a meal in a restaurant / understanding a menu.
Illness / injury / emergency - saying what is wrong with you / making an appointment / obtaining medicines and medical advice.
The world of work - explaining what your job is / exchanging information with others about their respective occupation.

Year 3 / Level 2 (Intermediate)

This stage is aimed at students who are able to interact with some fluency and confidence in a variety of contexts. Level 3 is split in two parts (3a / 3b) and is to be completed in two terms of 10 two-hour sessions. By the end of the two terms, learners will have expanded their vocabulary, their knowledge of grammar - using the past, present and future tenses. Their increased fluency will make them more confident with the language.

Course Content - These are some of the areas you are expected to cover.

Term 1 / Stage 3a

Consolidation of prior knowledge by revising topics such as presentations.
Talking about your holiday; exchanging information with others about events in the past and talking about holiday plans.
Describing peoples appearances / personalities / clothes.
Daily routines - talking about your daily routines, leisure activities and hobbies.

Term 2 / Stage 3b

Exchanging information about work environment; understanding job descriptions / adverts; expressing past events / sequence of events.
Thinking about the future; imagining life in the future; making plans.
Holidaying abroad; making an enquiry / answering an enquiry (at the tourism office / at the hotel / at a compsite / etc).
Suggesting outings.

Year 4 / Level 2 (Upper Intermediate)

This stage is aimed at students who are fairly confident speakers and have developed a good use of grammar. Level 4 is split in two parts (4a / 4b) and is to be completed in two terms of 10 two-hour sessions. By the end of the two terms, students will have grown in confidence and become more independent. They will be able to cope in a variety of contexts.

Year 5 / Level 3 (Advanced)

This stage is aimed at students who are confident speakers and are able to express their view points on a variety of topics. Level 5 is split into two parts (5a / 5b) and is to be completed in two terms of 10 two-hour sessions. By the end of the two terms, learners will have expanded their ability to express themselves with confidence and fluency. Students will explore and discuss a variety of current issues.

French

One short course and ten longer courses (10 weeks)

Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/04/2012 - 24/05/2012, 6 weeks, £90 Q8FRR1-LE01

Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 22/09/2011 - 01/12/2011 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR11-LE01
Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 12/01/2012 - 22/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR11-LE02
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 20/09/2011 - 29/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR21-LE01
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 10/01/2012 - 20/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR21-LE02
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 21/09/2011 - 30/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR32-LE01
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 11/01/2012 - 21/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR32-LE02
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 20/09/2011 - 29/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR43-LE01
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 10/01/2012 - 20/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR43-LE02
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/09/2011 - 28/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR53-LE01
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 09/01/2012 - 19/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8FR53-LE02

Italian

Two short courses and six longer courses (10 weeks)

Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 16/04/2012 - 28/05/2012, 6 weeks, £90, Q8ITR1-LE01
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 17/04/2012 - 22/05/2012, 6 weeks, £90, Q8ITR1-LE02
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/09/2011 - 28/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT11-LE01
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 09/01/2012 - 19/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT11-LE02
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 20/09/2011 - 29/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT21-LE01
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 10/01/2012 - 20/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT21-LE02
Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 22/09/2011 - 01/12/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT32-LE01
Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 12/01/2012 - 22/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8IT32-LE02

Japanese

Two ten week courses

Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/09/2011 - 28/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8JAP1-LE01
Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/04/2012 - 28/06/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8JAP1-LE02

Polish

Two ten week courses

Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 22/09/2011 - 01/12/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8POL1-LE01
Thursday 18:30 - 20:30, 02/02/2012 - 26/04/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8POL1-LE02

Spanish

Two short courses and ten longer courses (10 weeks)

Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 16/04/2012 - 28/05/2012, 6 weeks, £90, Q8SPR1-LE01
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 18/04/2012 - 23/05/2012, 6 weeks, £90, Q8SPR1-LE02
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 19/09/2011 - 28/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP11-LE11
Monday 18:30 - 20:30, 09/01/2012 - 19/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP11-LE12
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 21/09/2011 - 30/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP21-LE11
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 11/01/2012 - 21/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP21-LE12
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 20/09/2011 - 29/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP32-LE11
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 10/01/2012 - 20/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP32-LE12
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 20/09/2011 - 29/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP43-LE11
Tuesday 18:30 - 20:30, 10/01/2012 - 20/03/2012, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP43-LE12
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 21/09/2011 - 30/11/2011, 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP53-LE11
Wednesday 18:30 - 20:30, 11/01/2012 - 21/03/2012, Wed 10 weeks, £135, Q8SP53-LE12

Further information

For advice or more details please telephone (01225) 312191 or email info@citybathcoll.ac.uk. You may also visit our Student Advice Centre. If you have a learning difficulty or disability please contact Learning Skills to arrange additional help.

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