Arabic Post-beginners (Level 2)
You can already manage in everyday situations using the present tense. You have reached the A1 level in the ELP self-assessment grid and/or completed the Beginners (level 1) Course.
Key information
Course started in October 2023
- Course: Mondays 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Delivery: Online
Timeline: Resumes 15 January - Ends 18 March 2024
Lengths: 10 weeks (30 learning hours)
Fees: £140
This course will be taught in a small group. It requires a minimum of 7 and it can have up to a maximum of 12 students. The course fee includes all tuition, access to VLE (virtual learning environment), handouts and any tests/exams, but not a textbook.
The first term ran from October to December 2023 and the second term runs from January to March. The full course comprises 60 learning hours. Lessons are two hours long and take place once a week. When enrolling you are committing to the remaining 10 weeks. You are welcome to join in the second term of a course if you have previous knowledge and experience of the language.
Entry level
You have reached a level similar to the CEFR A1 or completed the Beginners (level 1) or you have enough knowledge to be on track with the group.
You can use the ELP self-assessment grid to judge how competent you are in the language. Alternatively, if you require help to assess your level please contact us or come along to one of our drop-in sessions.
Course content
- Describing holidays using the past tense
- Hobbies: common activities, how often they are practised, places where activities take place
- Festivals: writing invitation cards, messages, describing the food in these celebrations
- Using the present tense
- Understanding announcements for trains, boats and coaches
- Asking about tourist facilities: castles, temples and mosques
- Enquiring about days/times of opening and closing
- Booking and buying tickets
- Understanding advertisements, signs and notices
- Using demonstrative pronouns and talking about feelings
- Health matters, describing illness
- Booking appointments
- Applying for jobs, completing application forms
Resources
It is not essential to bring a course book to the first class. The tutor will discuss book requirements in class and advise you of the best places to obtain the book if required. With some languages there is the option for us to order text books on behalf of a class.
Our approach
This course is taught in Arabic and English. Our programme aims to develop the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as cultural awareness. It provides a good balance between understanding the culture, vocabulary, writing system and grammar structures of the Arabic language and enhancing communication and interaction. It supports comprehensive and productive skills in speech and writing through authentic activities and guided practice in the use of Arabic language. Students will be encouraged to seek opportunities to learn and practise the four skills outside the classroom taking advantage of learning resources provided by tutors and the programme. The group size is limited to 12 students and planned to allow intensive interactive practice with individual feedback and advice on progress.
Progression
Upon completing the Post-Beginners level (2), you can progress onto the Intermediate level (3).