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English Language in Use

Language and Diversity

French Language 1A

Japanese for Beginners

Japanese Language 1A

Latin A

Making Meaning

Spanish Studies 1

Chinese for Beginners

Japanese 1

This subject was previously known as JPNX101/JNPX1010 Introductory Japanese I.This subject provides introductory Japanese language instruction for students with no previous knowledge of Japanese. Students develop basic speaking, listening, reading &amp; writing skills, including mastery of the hiragana &amp; katakana scripts. By the end of the course, students should be able to describe their surroundings, ask questions, make plans, and effectively participate in a variety of fundamental conversations. Furthermore, the subject will also assist students in developing an awareness of sociocultural issues which influence Japanese language use. The subject provides opportunities for interactive language learning, and a wide variety of methods for Japanese practice through the use of online resources.

Begin your journey to writing, reading and speaking Japanese. Learn about different components of the Japanese writing system such as hiragana and katakana. Acquire a grasp of kana scripts. Interact with online resources to test your studies.

Japanese Studies I

This unit aims to help history and archaeology students engage with the study of Ancient Greek. No previous language study or knowledge of Ancient Greek is expected. By the end of the unit students should have acquired a developing understanding of the script, grammar and vocabulary and be able to read simple passages in Greek. The unit also encourages development of highly transferable knowledge and skills in the spoken and written expression of English and engages with Machine-Learning tools including generative AI.

Decode the letters, words and language of the ancient Greeks. Familiarise yourself with grammar and vocabulary rules. Recognise Greek script and phonetic structure. Finish with the knowledge needed to read basic ancient Greek passages.

Ancient Greek A

This subject was previously known as SLAX101 Introductory Spanish I.This subject is for students who have never studied Spanish before. Students who have studied Spanish or had some informal exposure to the language through family, friends or travel should contact the unit convenor before enrolling in this unit. The course follows a communicative approach and is designed to develop skills in listening comprehension and speaking, but similarly promotes proficiency in reading and writing in order to cultivate the competencies and guidelines established by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The subject aims to prepare students to, among others: introduce themselves and others, ask and answer questions about personal details, understand and use everyday expressions, and interact in simple ways with native speakers of Spanish.

Start your exploration of the Spanish language. Expose yourself to Spanish writings and conversational scenarios. Articulate words, phrases, names and sentences. Learn to read, write, speak and comprehend some Spanish to a basic level.

This unit introduces students of history and archaeology to the study of ancient and medieval Latin. No previous language study or knowledge of Latin is expected. It provides a systematic introduction to the grammar (especially morphology and basic syntax) and vocabulary. The unit also aims to help students develop the skills necessary for reading original Latin texts and encourages development of highly transferable knowledge and skills in the spoken and written expression of English and engages with Machine-Learning tools including generative AI.

Revive the ancient and beautiful Latin language.
Establish a working knowledge of Latin words, sentences and passages. Read Latin script and recognise nouns and verbs. Write sentences while drawing on an understanding of grammar and syntax.

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