German first year (year 1)

Languages first year (year 1)

No previous knowledge is required.

During the year you will learn how to have a basic conversation about yourself and how to enquire about others. We will include information about  the culture and customs of the country

You will also learn the following:

• how to order food in a restaurant and to ask for items in a shop.
• to ask how much things cost
• to ask directions
• numbers/ colours
•  to express that you either like or dislike something.

You will also learn the necessary grammatical structure and pronunciation to express the above in the language you are learning.

During the course there will be regular internal assessments to ensure progress.

Languages second year (year 2)

The requirement for the course is the completion of one year of language learning.

You will consolidate and expand what you have learned in the previous year.  You will learn how to express an opinion and how to complain. Although there is a lot of emphasis on communication skills in the language you are learning, you will also expand and practise your knowledge of grammatical structures.

You will continue to learn about the culture and customs of the country.

During the course there will be some regular internal assessments to ensure progress. After the successful completion of the second year and regular attendance you will receive a certificate, which confirms that you have achieved a good basic knowledge of the language you are learning.