Language and culture
Language and culture. Embrace other worlds.
If you’re heading to another country, your experience will be much richer if you’ve learned to speak the language first. A language and culture course at the Centre for Continuing Education will also immerse you in the fascinating customs and culture of another way of life.
Of course, learning a different language is not just for overseas travellers. You may want to gain a greater appreciation of your heritage, speak with friends from other countries, or you may simply enjoy the intellectual stimulation of learning another way to communicate.
Our experienced teachers can draw on all the resources of the University of Sydney. Enrol in a language and culture course at the Centre for Continuing Education and you’ll be learning a language in the most enjoyable, up-to-date and easiest way possible. Learn language the smart way with language and culture courses at CCE, the University of Sydney.
Arabic Course 102 (Level 2)
Arabic. Learn Arabic with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course will expand upon introductory material covered in Arabic Course 101, with a greater focus on grammatical structure and speaking skills while increasing vocabulary. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: recognise all the extra special characters in the Arabic language recognise certain grammatical markers that are used in the higher register of...
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German Course 102 (Level 2)
German. Learn German with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Ideal for preparing for travel or work commitments, you will learn the basics of the language and build upon German 101. This course focuses on topics such as: office technology, leisure time activities, German food and travel. Grammatical elements including verb conjugations and nouns declensions are also introduced as you start to learn basic speaking, listening, reading and...
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Russian Course 102 (Level 2)
Russian. Learn Russian with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course will teach you how to describe various professions, speak on the phone, make arrangements and describe your life. Grammatical themes taught include the use of adverbs, various tenses and locative cases. All of this material will be presented with an emphasis on developing your Cyrillic alphabet understanding as well as other reading, writing, speaking and...
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French Course 103 (Level 3)
French. Learn French with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course will expand on the topics covered in French 101 and 102 (or equivalent). Your skills will be further developed through various class activities. This course focuses on topics such as hobbies, jobs and family. Grammatical and phonological elements are introduced as you work on your French speaking, oral comprehension, reading and writing skills. Outcomes By the end...
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Japanese Course 104 (Level 4)
Japanese. Learn Japanese with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course will further your ability to read, speak, listen and also write the language by covering themes including shopping, your holidays and days off, travelling, reading simple and short emails and blogs. It follows the content in the prescribed chapters of the recommended text for reference and practice between sessions. Suitable for those who have completed 103 or...
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Russian Course 104 (Level 4)
Russian. Learn Russian with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course aims to consolidate material learned throughout the year to ensure proficient verbal and non-verbal skills development. It also introduces a variety of new material to ensure you are prepared for the second year program. New vocabulary and grammatical material will be introduced to further your ability to converse. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be...
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French Course 403 (Level 15)
French. Learn French with us. Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Aims This course aims to consolidate and build upon your knowledge through the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, further to those gained in previous courses. More complex grammatical structures will be introduced in order to improve all essential language skills. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: talk about your consumption...
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Thai Course 404 (Level 16)
Thai. Learn Thai with us. Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) Continue to develop your formal and informal conversation skills on a variety of topics including regional cultures and beliefs, brief news, current affairs, working and living, useful travel phrases and other everyday expressions. We will continue to practice reading, comprehension and pronunciation in passages from various articles and media. Each reading has a vocabulary list...
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Spanish Course 204 (Level 8)
Spanish. Learn Spanish with us. Level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course aims to consolidate and develop your knowledge previously gained, as well as introduce more complex language structures which will allow for expression of feelings and opinions. Suitable for those who have completed all levels of Spanish up to 203 or those who have completed 170 hours of recent face-to-face tuition. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should...
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Latin Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners
Latin. Learn Latin with us. Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) This course introduces Latin sentence patterns, vocabulary and grammar through readings and exercises, while following the recommended text to allow to easy reference and practice between sessions. No prior knowledge of the language is required. Outcomes By the end of this course, you should be able to: recognise and translate the nominative, vocative, accusative, and ablative...
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