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Italian Intermediate Stage 2

Course Outline: This is a continuation of Italian Travellers 1 and Italian Beginners classes (16 weeks in total). Classes will focus on reading and listening to dialogues, exercises for the traveller as well as some basic grammar. Theory will be  incorporated into teaching methods which will then be supported by fun and interactive activities and role plays. Topics will include: Greetings, asking and giving directions, ordering food and drinks, of course shopping and much, much... [More]

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Book Group - Reading for Pleasure

Course Outline This course encourages reading and the sharing of ideas through discussion, looking at the influence of our personal history and how it relates to our preferences in book selection today. Please Bring Please purchase or come with the following books: *Term 1 - 2025 Booklist: Rebecca - Daphne Du Maurier The Fiction Writer - Jillian Cantor About the Tutor Margaret Baird is a trained English teacher. She currently works as an Individual and Couple Councillor in private... [More]

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Mandarin Travellers Stage 1

Course Outline: This course is for those with very little or no knowledge of Mandarin. Students will learn to understand, express and read simple words and phrases and take part in straightforward conversation. The aim is to introduce you to the basic linguistic skills and culture necessary for you to communicate simply but effectively. After completing this course students will be able to identify the alphabet/characters and basic sounds/tones, pronounce competently some... [More]

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Mandarin Travellers Stage 2

Course Outline: Designed for students wanting to further their skills in Mandarin after completing the Mandarin Travellers Stage 1. The course is built on basic knowledge of the language and has been structured to improve your confidence in writing and speaking Mandarin. Culture, conversation and grammar will be covered in a social and stimulating environment. Students will also expand their ability to deal with everyday situations such as talking about family, sport, holidays and... [More]

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German Travellers Stage 2

Course Outline: German is emerging as Europe's most popular and useful language. This course is designed for students who have completed a German for Travellers 1 or equivalent and adopts the latest teaching methods with emphasis on conversation and the right amount of grammar. Individual attention is given for correct pronunciation. Lessons are conducted in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This course could enhance your leisure and/or work skills. The forms of sein (to be) and... [More]

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German Travellers Stage 1

Course Outline German is emerging as Europe's most popular and useful language. This course is designed for students without prior knowledge of German and adopts the latest teaching methods with emphasis on conversation and the right amount of grammar. Individual attention is given for correct pronunciation. Wolfgang's Class: Lessons are conducted in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. This course could enhance your leisure and/or work skills. Topics include The forms of sein (to... [More]

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Drawing for Beginners

Course Outline: For Mark Kingston's class: Have you always wanted to be able to draw? If you learn the right techniques and practice regularly you will be surprised at what you can achieve. This fun and challenging course will teach you practical art principles that will be applied in each class to improve your drawing skills. Your tutor Mark Kingston, a Master of Visual Art will guide you step by step through the drawing process. His knowledge and expertise will inspire you and... [More]

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French Conversation - Lower Intermediate (Nicole Laugier)

Course Outline:  This course aims to help you actively begin building up confidence to express yourself in French. Using your previously acquired knowledge of the French language which should include the Present tense, the Past tenses (passé composé, imparfait) and the Future tenses (futur proche, futur simple) of verbs, you will interact with the tutor and others in a mixed abilities group, both spontaneously and through non-competitive activities. Topics discussed span current... [More]

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Spanish Conversation Level 2

Course Outline: AA Spanish language course for students with about a year to 18 months of Spanish tuition. You should be familiar with all verb tenses (except subjunctive). This class is a continuation of Term 2- 2022 Spanish Conversation.  Please contact the college to be put in touch with the tutor Elizabeth, if you are new student, to assess your compatibility with this level. Please Bring: Notepad & Pen About the Tutor: Elizabeth Holgado-Vente - Spanish is Elizabeth's mother... [More]

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Italian Conversation (Rosa Santi)

Course Outline: For those students who have an advanced knowledge of the Italian language grammar and would like to practice Italian conversation.  Starting from authentic material (a newspaper or magazine article, a video, a song, a topic chosen by the group), the tutor will guide a conversation in Italian together with the students, which will also lead to review key grammar elements and to enhance the knowledge and understanding of Italian culture and habits.  Topics include:... [More]

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