Arabic Upper-intermediate (Level 4)

You have reached the first half of the B1 level in the ELP self-assessment grid (equivalent to an A-Level grade F to C) and/or completed the Intermediate (level 3) course.

Key information 

Course starting in October 2024

• Course: Tuesdays 6.00pm - 8.00pm
  Delivery: Online
  Timeline: Starts 15 October 2024 - ends 25 March 2025
  Lengths: 20 weeks (60 learning hours)
  Fees: £300 (payable in two termly instalments of £150 each) 

This course is taught in conjunction with the Intermediate level as a mixability group. The will tutor provide appropriate support to each group and students to support progress and attainment at their respective levels.

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.

Term 1 runs from October to December, Term 2 from January to March and Term 3 from April to July. A full course comprises 60 learning hours. Lessons are two hours long and take place once a week. When enrolling you are committing to the full 20 weeks. There is the option to pay for the full course in one payment or two instalments. You are welcome to join in the second term of a course if you have previous knowledge and experience of the language.

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Entry level

You have reached a level similar to the CEFR A2 or completed the Post-beginners (level 2) 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

• Talking about your free time and going out
• Talking about your daily routine
• Talking about childhood
• Describing your homes
• Describing events and situations in the past
• Offering drinks and food and expressing your preferences
• Making plans and expressing intentions in the future
• Talking about work experience
• Discussing the culture of the Arabic world

Our approach

This course is taught in Arabic; English is used when necessary or requested by students in particular situations or grammar explanations. 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 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 Upper-intermediate level (4), you can progress onto the Advanced level (5). If you would like to register your interest in the Advanced level course please email us directly.