Mode of Attendance: Part-time
Course Aim:
The aim of the course is to provide a thorough introduction to contemporary Persian. You will cover basic grammatical constructions and acquire an essential working vocabulary allowing you to communicate within a limited range of situations in which you are likely to find yourself. The language is presented together with the cultural context in which it is used so you can appreciate such things as appropriateness and linguistic etiquette when interacting with native speakers. As the course progresses, it aims to provide you with further confidence and vocabulary to discuss more complex topics, write and read more challenging texts in the language.
Method:
The course is taught in English and Persian with coverage of the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, and a balance between communicative activities, structure practice, grammar and translation. You are expected to attend regularly, participate in class and complete homework regularly to ensure learning progress. You will receive regular feedback from your tutor.
This will be achieved through 20 hours of blended learning: this is composed of 15 hours of online structured lessons with the teacher. This is supplemented by a minimum of 5 hours of guided independent learning supported by complementary material and regular feedback from the tutor. The course objective will be achieved within the course.
Online Course Requirements
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Entry requirement and Progression Route:
For the first stage of Persian Beginners (i.e. Persian Beginners 1), no previous knowledge is required. To be able to join Beginners 2 or 3 you should have completed Beginners 1 and 2 respectively at SOAS Language Centre or have an equivalent knowledge of guided learning hours (20 hours per each sub-level). The progression route from Persian Beginners 1 is to Persian Beginners 2; from Beginners 2 to Beginners 3.
Material
Course materials are provided by your tutor.
Fees
Please see our Fees Page for full information and discounts available.
Terms and Conditions
Before applying, please be sure that you have read the SOAS Language Centre Terms and Conditions.
Persian Beginners 1 (complete beginners) is offered as part of our Intensive 2022 courses starting 1st August:
Persian Beginners 1 Online Intensive Course (42878) 2nd August - 1st September 2022
Timetable information: https://www.soas.ac.uk/languagecentre/enrolment/
Related Information
See more information on the Persian language and courses in Persian offered at SOAS Language Centre on the Persian Language Homepage.
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