Our language programmes aim to improve the full range of communicative competences. Equal emphasis is given to the development of written, oral, aural and reading skills. Written exercises may involve summary and essay practice in Russian, translation and grammar work. Other exercises are designed to improve reading and listening skills. On the oral side, role-plays, debates, short presentations and discussion with Foreign Language Assistants form the basis of your work.
Language learning provides the perfect context for developing interpersonal skills.
Techniques for achieving this are built into all language programmes. By working in small groups, by frequently exchanging and conveying ideas to others, by learning to work at speed, confidence in yourself will grow, and your ability to communicate effectively will be enhanced. Syllabus The GLP and BLP syllabuses comprise a series of language units on a variety of topics relating to Russia and the former Soviet Union. In the final year, work is based on a series of case studies which demand a high level of student participation. A level have 4 hours of class contact per week.