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Why choose The Open University?
Why study languages with The Open University?
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An excellent reputation
Our many research programmes have helped build the OUs reputation as one of the worlds finest universities. We are constantly pushing back the boundaries of knowledge with discoveries that are benefiting society and helping to change the world. And because of our rigorous academic standards, OU qualifications are universally recognised, at home and abroad. Once youve studied with us, youll share the well-deserved reputation all our students have for their energy and drive. Employers large and small understand that studying part time while managing work and personal commitments shows determination, adaptability, motivation and a high level of organisational and problem-solving skills qualities that they value highly.
Top-class teaching
We have an enviable network of around 9000 tutors across the UK, many of whom are practising professionals with strong academic backgrounds, sector specific skills and practical experience. With study materials written by OU academics who are experts in their specialist fields and in distance learning, we provide leading-edge teaching, born out of extensive research and close links with partners such as the BBC.
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I cant emphasise enough how good it is to be able to talk to someone. The tutors are great and their care and dedication is wonderful. Nothing is too much trouble for them.
The OUs partnership with the BBC has included collaboration on high-quality TV series including Child of our Time, Coast, James Mays Big Ideas and Jimmy Doherty in Darwins Garden.
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The level of support is fantastic and the materials are brilliant. Its such a wonderful learning experience.
Beverley Hooper, OU student
I would recommend The Open University to anyone because its so flexible and you can go at your own pace.
Penny Meiers, OU student
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Sometimes there will be books you have to buy yourself or borrow from a local library, but were careful to limit the cost as far as we can. The only additional costs will be for your own personal equipment, such as a computer and its consumables. We also recommend that you budget for travel, for example to tutorials or examinations. Your family and friends can support your study by buying OU gift vouchers for special occasions. To buy or redeem vouchers, click www.open.ac.uk/vouchers.
World-class library
As an OU student youll have free access to the OU library (www.open.ac.uk/library) where information is available to you via the internet, rather than you having to visit in person. This means you can access thousands of online ejournals, ebooks, databases and multimedia resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week, whenever you need it and wherever you are. You can also visit the library at our Milton Keynes campus if youre close enough.
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Financial support
Depending on your current circumstances, even if youre in employment, you could be eligible for financial support to help pay towards your undergraduate course fees, study costs and other expenses. To find out more about what support is available see pages 3334 or click www.open.ac.uk/financialsupport where you can use our eligibility checker to find out what support you could be entitled to.
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When you first apply to the OU, on the form theres a box to tick if youre disabled. I hesitated but when I did tick it the OU machine just kicked in. I received a grant for a special headset and some other equipment I didnt realise was available to aid my studies.
other cultures can bring; and are a willing communicator. But studying languages isnt just about you. Todays workplaces are international and the market for jobs and careers is global. UK graduates with knowledge of modern languages will find themselves at an advantage. Its a competitive world. Give yourself an edge, by getting a language. Learning a language doesnt just give you a better chance of a top career, it also means doing your bit for the economy. It is now widely acknowledged that the national shortage of second language skills disadvantages the UK economically. The British Academy has declared that monoglot researchers are damaging UK competitiveness, while The Times has reported that a shortage of language graduates will hold Britain back as it tries to emerge from recession. Learning languages at The Open University is an experience in itself. Its one of a kind. Only the OU has the know-how and the technology to give you the chance of studying a language in your own space and time. Our language courses are delivered by a mixture of face-to-face and online tuition known as blended learning. So while you will get to meet your fellow-students in the classroom, youll also get to know them using our online audio conferencing system. Over time, youll discuss ideas with each other in the virtual forums which are part of every course. Youll be learning not only a language, but also the kind of interpersonal and online skills that are vital for work and leisure in the twenty-first century.
Register and pay dont forget to check the financial support information on pages 3334 you may be able to study for free
Your study materials will arrive and youll be online and have access to a website where you can contact your tutor and other students on your course
You study at home, at work, or on the move Your course may have face-to-face or online tutorials where you can meet other students
Submit your assignments when theyre due your tutor will send you feedback Some students organise informal study groups to support each other
Your course may have a day school or residential school, or an online alternative
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Degrees An undergraduate or bachelors degree is a widely recognised higher-education qualification that can help you progress in your career. While you are studying for your degree you will learn about your chosen subject(s) and develop your analytical, intellectual and writing skills. Degree-level study will demonstrate that you can understand complex information, meet deadlines, work independently and in a team, solve problems and communicate with confidence. We offer two different types of degree; a degree in a named subject and our popular Open degree. Degrees in a named subject For a degree in a named subject, for example our BA (Hons) Modern Language Studies (B30) (see page 14), youll study mainly in your chosen subject, although you can usually include some courses from other subjects too. Almost all these degrees are honours degrees. A 360-credit honours degree is awarded for study at an advanced level; they are divided into four 'classes' (like grades): 1 (first the highest level), 2.1 (upper second), 2.2 (lower second) or 3 (third). An Open degree This is our most popular degree and it lets you choose the combination of courses you study. You can combine a range of courses from similar or different subjects to suit either your particular career or personal interests. For further information please see page 18 or click www.open.ac.uk/study-open. The table below shows a summary of our qualifications. Qualification/ Credits total credits at required Level 1 OU certificate 60 (60) OU diploma (120) Credits at Level 2 Credits Time required required to complete at Level 3 9 months 2 years parttime study 5 years parttime study or 3 years fulltime study1 6 years part-time study or 34 years full-time study1
Degree 120 without honours (300) Degree with 120 honours (360)
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The timings assume full-time study is similar to that of full-time education (120 credits per year), with part-time study at half this rate.
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OU graduates tend to display a great communication style that generally comes with experience. They also tend to demonstrate a fantastic ability with customer service because they have the experience and they know how to deal with situations and, typically for us, they demonstrate a much greater degree of leadership and work ethic.
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Career opportunities
Fluency in other languages opens up career opportunities internationally as well as in the UK. Languages may be central to some occupations such as: the diplomatic service interpreting translating journalism teaching tourism. Languages graduates are found in a wide range of professions in the private and public sectors, including international agencies and government bodies (national and European). To find out more about career opportunities related to languages visit www.open.ac.uk/careers.
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Transferable skills
As well as the specific knowledge gained from studying an OU qualification, youll develop many transferable and work related skills that are highly valued by employers (often called employability skills). For languages graduates these include the ability to: draw together, analyse and critically evaluate information use your knowledge about how language works in a range of settings communicate effectively, clearly and accurately with others put together reasoned arguments and question assumptions manage time and work independently use information and communication technology (ICT) effectively analyse data and undertake research using a range of methods understand contemporary global issues and appreciate cultural diversity.
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Destination statistics
All UK graduates are invited to complete the Destinations of Leavers Survey six months after they have graduated. Of all the modern languages graduates across the UK that responded to the latest survey: 52 per cent were in work 10 per cent had progressed to further study.
Our publication OU Study and Your Career looks at reasons why people study with the OU, the value of OU qualifications, the issues you may want to consider when choosing your course and how to explore your career ideas. You can request a copy from our Student Registration & Enquiry Service or view it on the Careers Advisory Service website at www.open.ac.uk/careers. Registered students or graduates who have studied with the OU within the last three years are eligible for the following services: Careers consultation contact and talk with a careers adviser. Online forums join topic or subject-based forums where you can ask questions and receive replies from a careers adviser and support from other OU students. Employer Showcase find out about employers who are keen to recruit OU graduates. Online vacancy service find a job through our Careers Advisory Service and Graduate Prospects. Information about all of the above services can be found at www.open.ac.uk/careers.
Employer sponsorship
Your employer may support your studies in some way. Highlighting some of the key advantages of studying with us will strengthen your case. We can help you make out a case for sponsorship. For more information please call our Student Registration & Enquiry Service on +44 (0)845 300 60 90.
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Undergraduate study
Whether its for general interest or your career, learning a foreign language or learning about the English language is an enjoyable and rewarding experience that opens up new horizons.
Undergraduate qualifications
Degrees BA (Hons) Modern Language Studies (B30) BA or BSc (Hons) International Studies (B11) BA (Hons) Humanities with English Language, French, German or Spanish (B03) Certificates Certificate in French (C33) Certificate in German (C34) NEW Certificate in Italian (K11) Certificate in Spanish (C35) Diplomas Diploma in English Language Studies (D54) Diploma in French (D16) Diploma in German (D24) Diploma in Spanish (D40) The Open Programme 13 14 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 17 17 17 17 17 18
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Openings introductory courses to build your confidence Introduction to language studies courses Chinese English language studies English for academic and professional communication French German Italian Spanish Welsh Find out more online Click www.open.ac.uk/study and enter the qualification or course code into the search box in the top right-hand corner of our website. 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 28 30
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Undergraduate qualifications
Whatever qualification youre thinking of, the best place to start for almost everyone is with a Level 1 module. Its the sort of study youd do in the first year at a campusbased university, and you wouldnt expect to skip that! Level 2 study is demanding, and we find our students are most successful when theyve done the ground work that Level 1 is specifically designed to cover.
We offer a variety of qualifications: from certificates in French, Italian, German and Spanish, to the BA (Hons) Modern Language Studies (B30), where you can study any two of: English language studies, French, German and Spanish. You can also study for a diploma in each of these four languages.
Degrees
Shown below is one route to our honours degree in modern language studies combining French and Spanish. See pages 1415 for other routes and full details of all subject combinations.
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Level 1 study
Start with our beginners module in French Bon dpart: beginners French (L192) worth 30 credits and gently paced over a year.
Then study our intermediate module Ouverture: intermediate French (L120) for nine months to gain another 30 credits.
Certificate in French you can claim this if you successfully complete these two Level 1 modules.
The two 60-credit compulsory modules Envol: upper intermediate French (L211) and Mises au point: advanced French (L310) complete your study of French.
Diploma in French you can claim this if you successfully complete L211 and L310.
Follow this with a compulsory English module, either Exploring the English language (U211) or Worlds of English (U214) to gain another 60 credits.
The upper intermediate and advanced 60-credit modules in Spanish Viento en popa: upper intermediate Spanish (L204) and A buen puerto: advanced Spanish (L314) complete your degree.
Diploma in Spanish you can claim this second diploma if you successfully complete L204 and L314.
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For this 360-credit honours degree you require: Level 1 study common to all subject combinations 60 credits from the following optional Level 1 modules: Title Code Credits Page 10 30 30 30 30 30 30 60 30 30 30 30 30 60 30 30 25 28 26 25 30 24 29 30
Action in French (French summer LXR122 school) Andante: beginners Italian Auftakt: intermediate German Bon dpart: beginners French Croeso: beginners Welsh English for academic purposes online En rumbo: intermediate Spanish Introducing the social sciences Introducing the social sciences part one Introducing the social sciences part two Ouverture: intermediate French Portales: beginners Spanish Rundblick: beginners German The arts past and present Vivace: intermediate Italian D y b: beginners Chinese
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If youre starting to study your chosen language from scratch, you should begin with one of our beginners languages modules. If you already have some experience of language study, you could start with one of our more advanced modules.
And 60 credits from the optional modules below or any Level 2 or 3 language module in any of the compulsory sections: Level 2 optional modules From Enlightenment to Romanticism c.17801830 Reading classical Greek: language and literature Reading classical Latin Level 3 optional module Continuing classical Latin A397 30 31 A207 A275 A297 60 60 30 31 31 31
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And 60 credits from the optional modules below or any Level 2 or 3 language module in any of the compulsory sections: Level 2 optional modules From Enlightenment to Romanticism c.17801830 Reading classical Greek: language and literature Reading classical Latin Level 3 optional module Continuing classical Latin A397 30 31 A207 A275 A297 60 60 30 31 31 31
And 60 credits from the optional modules below or any Level 2 or 3 language module in any of the compulsory sections: Level 2 optional modules From Enlightenment to Romanticism c.17801830 Reading classical Greek: language and literature Reading classical Latin Level 3 optional module Continuing classical Latin A397 30 31 A207 A275 A297 60 60 30 31 31 31
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Certificates
A certificate demonstrates your ability to communicate effectively, and develops your study skills and language learning strategies. If you decide to carry on with your studies and go for a degree, the 60 credits from your certificate will count towards it.
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Diplomas
Our diplomas in English language studies, French, German or Spanish will help you learn how to communicate at a high level in your chosen language in both speaking and writing.
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Level 1 study = 120 credits (maximum) Certificate of Higher Education Open (K05)
Level 2 study = 120 credits Diploma of Higher Education Open (E60) Level 3 study = 120 credits (minimum)
Where to start
Start with one of our 30-credit key introductory Level 1 modules such as Rundblick: beginners German (L193). This will give you a firm foundation for future studies as well as credits to count towards your qualification. For a full list of our other key introductory Level 1 modules see the Open CertHE at www.open.ac.uk/study-open. If you are a new or less confident learner start with one of our specially designed Level 1 Openings modules (see pages 2021). You can count the credits you gain from these modules towards the free-choice element of the Open CertHE.
Teachers have been the greatest influence on my life it was true at school and its been true now during my Open University studies. When I was at school I wasnt sure which direction I would go in, but I was very conscious that I wanted to achieve something. Education is the baseline from which you can achieve anything. Education makes anything possible.
I was born in Bangalore. I was one of six children and my parents really encouraged us with our education. I was good at languages most other members of my family are. But I also wanted to be something, and thought science was the way forward to do that. After leaving school I went to medical school in Bangalore and did a total of sixand-a-half years training to become a doctor. I completed my studies and then decided to come to England. My first job was as a doctor in Luton at St. Marys Hospital. I then worked over the next few years in various London hospitals. I specialised in geriatrics but I continued to learn so also took specialised courses in chest diseases, infectious diseases and cardiology. I think I did well as a hospital doctor but for a long time I wanted to be a GP I liked . the idea you could be a family doctor, and I was fortunate to get a job, then a partnership, in Bretton Health Centre in Peterborough, where I stayed until I retired. I wanted to retire at 55 but couldnt afford to so worked until I was 63. But then I thought, Ive worked all these years for Queen and country; its time to do something for me. I wanted, and still would like, to learn French, to learn the saxophone, to learn computer studies. But Welsh appealed because its such a fascinating ancient language. From the moment I came to Britain in the 1970s, I loved The Open University programmes on television, and it was always in my mind that once I had the time, I would study again, and study with The Open University. Ive thoroughly enjoyed becoming a student again, I enjoyed every minute of it. I really looked forward to the face-to-face tutorials, but the online forums were a real highlight. I found the online aspect really good for helping and learning from other students, and I always eagerly awaited each new podcast. The teaching materials were of a very high standard and made to measure they stretch you just far enough to make you work but not so far that you become discouraged. They were encouraging, not daunting. I strongly recommend The Open University and with my new found skills Id like to say: Diolch yn fawr iawn Brifysgol Agored Thank you very much, Open University.
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Undergraduate courses
You can study a series of courses which can count as modules towards a qualification, or just take a single course and not commit yourself any further its entirely up to you. But whatever youre thinking of studying, we strongly advise starting at Level 1. Level 2 study is demanding and, like second year study at any university, would be a very challenging place to start. Our students are most successful when theyve done the groundwork that Level 1 is specifically designed to cover.
Timing
Weve made these courses as flexible as possible: most Openings courses start in March, June, September and November each year. Course registrations close up to two weeks before your chosen date, but places go quickly so we advise you to book early each course lasts a maximum of 20 weeks you can fit the course in with your other commitments, as long as you can find approximately six hours a week for study you dont have to go anywhere tutorials are all done
Openings introductory courses by phone. to build your confidence Tuition and assessment
How Openings courses work
These short, introductory Level 1 courses have been specially designed to help you: find out what its like to study with us; get a taste of a subject area; develop your study skills; and build your confidence. You can use them to prepare for your chosen course, or to help you decide what to study next. They use the same top-quality teaching materials and study support that were famous for, but theyre shorter, and pitched at an introductory level. Theyre also fascinating and fun to do! Openings courses are perfect for new learners with little or no special knowledge or experience of studying. You start with your own general knowledge and interests taking examples from everyday life and gradually build up to the kind of work you could expect at first year university level. Key features include: activities that encourage you to link the discussions in the course to your own experience; core questions and key points that help you to remember what youre reading; and study skills sections that enable you to develop skills such as reading for study purposes, extracting evidence, writing essays and how to reflect on how youre learning. Our new 15-credit courses also provide an opportunity for you to try out learning online; the perfect way to gain the basic computing skills youll need for the next step in your studies.
During the course youll do three short pieces of written work and, if youre studying one of our 15-credit courses, youll also complete an interactive computer-marked assignment (iCMA). Your tutor will send you feedback, and discuss the course material with you in telephone tutorials. You may also be able to keep in touch by email. At the end of the course, youll talk about your progress with your tutor and work together to produce a review of your study plans. There are no examinations with Openings courses, instead youll be asked to submit an end-of-module assessment (EMA) which is the third piece of written work. Successful completion of the course will earn you credits which you may be able to count towards an OU qualification.
How to register
If you apply and we have a place on the course you want to study, well accept you. Openings courses are available only to students living in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man or those who have a British Forces Post Office (BFPO) address.
Cost
10-credit Openings courses cost 130. 15-credit Openings courses cost 1951. If you rely on state benefits or you have an annual household income of less than 16,845, financial support may be available for free places (terms and conditions apply).
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If you are resident in the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man you will have to pay a higher course fee which is 565 for 10-credit courses and 610 for 15-credit courses. For information about registering and financial support: call our Student Registration & Enquiry Service on 0845 300 60 90 visit our website at www.open.ac.uk/openings request the Openings Prospectus (see page 37).
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Openings courses
The Openings courses featured here are those that we think may interest you. We also offer Openings courses covering topics such as childhood studies, management, health, psychology, law, environment, sport studies, and maths.
Openings Level 1
Making sense of the arts (Y180)
Credits: 15 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) This course introduces some of the key ideas and ways of thinking involved in studying the arts and humanities. Youll explore poetry, history, and art at the same time as developing a range of study skills. No previous experience of studying is required; just that youre interested in some aspect of the arts, and that youre keen to discover more. This Openings course gently introduces you to OU study ideal if youre a beginner or returning to study.
Residential schools
All our Level 2 modern language courses include a oneweek residential school held at a partner university in France, Germany or Spain. The residential school is an intrinsic part of the teaching and learning and therefore an essential component to pass the course. If you are unable to attend, an online alternative learning experience will be offered. The residential school gives you the chance to: learn the language through intensive tuition share ideas and enjoy group activities with fellow students concentrate on study, free from distractions. The cost of the week (except travel) is included in your course fee. For further information, click www.open.ac.uk/residential-schools.
To teach a student and to have them thank you, in tears, because you helped them get a degree and realise their true worth thats the most fantastic feeling.
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Beginners courses
Our beginners courses in Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Welsh are ideal if you have never studied a language, or if previous study was so long ago that effectively youre starting from scratch. You dont need any experience to register, but by the end of the course youll have built a strong foundation on which to base further language study. If you arent sure that youre ready for Level 1 study, look at our Openings courses on pages 2021.
Chinese
The Chinese language is spoken in China, Taiwan, Singapore and by many overseas Chinese communities in other areas of the world. It is also one of the six official languages of the United Nations. The Chinese language is rooted in its 5000-year cultural heritage. In the past, the Chinese culture and language heavily influenced its neighbouring countries such as Japan and Korea. Nowadays, China is one of the fastest growing economies in the world and few would doubt the importance of its global power in the twenty-first century. This course will equip you with the basic linguistic skills required to cope successfully in a Chinese-speaking environment.
Chinese Level 1
D y b: beginners Chinese (L197)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
D y b: beginners Chinese will give you the skills you need to speak and understand simple Chinese (Mandarin) in everyday contexts. No previous knowledge of Chinese is required. This key introductory Level 1 course will take you through a wide range of practical situations such as socialising, shopping and getting around. Well send you printed and audio materials and youll have a dedicated website, all of which support independent learning. And while youre learning the language, youll explore aspects of Chinese society and culture, which will give you a real feel for the Chinese way of life.
Can I go higher?
You can study beginners courses in French, German, Italian and Spanish on their own or as the first rung on a ladder of language learning, because you can count the 30 credits awarded towards a certificate in these languages. These beginners courses are ideal preparation for the next Level 1 language course and from there you could progress to a diploma or even an honours degree. Assessment key EMA TMA End-of-module assessment Tutor-marked assignment
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What are the origins of the English language? How has it spread internationally? Is the worldwide influence of English a cause for celebration or concern? How is it changing in response to social, cultural, and technological developments? These are just a few of the questions that you will investigate in this course which looks at the history, diversity, and use of English around the world. Using a combination of printed materials and computer-based resources you will be introduced to the major debates in the field, and to some of the ways language is described and analysed.
The English language has always been a diverse and dynamic topic. This interdisciplinary course will be relevant to anyone interested in a broad range of questions about English, whether for professional or personal reasons. Is the influence of English worldwide cause for celebration or concern? What are the origins of the language and how has it changed in response to social, cultural and technological developments? How do children and adults learn English? How can English be analysed? What is the basis for our judgements about good and bad English? You will investigate these and many other issues through a combination of computer-based resources and course books. This course is expected to start for the last time in October 2011 and will be replaced by Worlds of English (U214) which is planned to be available from February 2012.
This course is for you if youre interested in understanding and analysing how English works in a wide range of contexts, including the media, fiction, academic writing and everyday conversation. This course provides an up-to-date framework for describing, analysing and evaluating how the English language is used. It takes a functional approach to grammar and includes hands-on computational analysis of large databases of texts to help you engage with real-world data and problems. Work on this course is both intellectually stimulating and practical.
The art of English looks at creativity in the English language: from everyday language use (conversation, childrens language, letter writing, online chat) to high culture literary language and new kinds of media texts. Youll consider how verbal art works in a wide range of texts, and the extent to which the seeds of literary creativity may be found in more routine uses of English. The course has an international dimension too, enabling you to explore language use in different parts of the English-speaking world, and should help you consider your own daily experiences of the English language.
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This online course aims to develop the communication skills you need for successful academic study in English. Throughout the course, you will work with a wide range of texts from different subject areas. You will use your knowledge and experience as you explore ways of reading and writing academic texts. By exploring different subject areas you will develop the academic English that is most relevant to your study. You will also have the opportunity to develop your academic listening and speaking skills in an online environment. This course is also available for study for students resident outside of the European Union, see course description at www.open.ac.uk/study for details. You can see some sample study materials for this course at openlearn.open.ac.uk.
Personal and corporate success in business relies on effective communication. Professional communication skills for business studies will help you acquire skills to distinguish you from your peers. This key introductory Level 1 course is practical and will empower you to undertake more insightful case-study analysis, write successful essays, and produce powerful reports. From proposals to emails, youll work with a wide range of texts from business studies courses and the wider business world, deepening your knowledge and developing your written communication skills helping you to succeed in both business studies and business generally.
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French
French is one of the most widely taught languages and one of very few spoken on all five continents. French is spoken as a first language in more than two dozen countries, including Belgium, Canada and Switzerland, as well as parts of Africa and the Caribbean. Along with English, its also an official working language of several international bodies, including the European Union; the International Monetary Fund; the International Red Cross; and the United Nations. Learning or improving your French with the OU will broaden your horizons and career options. Youll be able to learn more about contemporary issues and culture in French-speaking countries. Or perhaps you could use your linguistic skills practically by working as a teacher or for a French company.
French Level 1
Bon dpart: beginners French (L192)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
If you have basic French language skills, this residential week is ideal for building your confidence and maintaining your contact with France and French culture. The school is held at Caen University in Normandy, with a choice of dates in July. It includes group work, social activities and practical work in the local area enabling you to demonstrate your skills in speaking and writing French in different contexts. Youll need to do some preparation beforehand and therell be a chance to consolidate your learning when you return. The school is not suitable for complete beginners, but will be appropriate if you began studying Bon dpart: beginners French (L192) in the previous November.
This key introductory Level 1 course Bon dpart: beginners' French is the first module in our Certificate in French, designed to give you the skills you need to speak and understand simple French in everyday contexts. Using the theme of a journey, Bon dpart: beginners French explores life in France and introduces you to a wide range of practical situations such as travelling, shopping, working and eating out. Study resources include printed books and audio CDs which support independent learning and theres a dedicated website with additional online activities. Together, theyll give you not just language skills but a real feel for French-speaking cultures too. You can see some sample study materials for our Level 1 language courses at openlearn.open.ac.uk.
This interactive approach ensures that good selfcorrection techniques are encouraged by means of comprehensive on-screen guidance and feedback. To order this CD-ROM go to www.ouw.co.uk and click on languages.
Ouverture: intermediate French follows on from Bon dpart: beginners French (L192) to complete the Certificate in French. It revises and consolidates the knowledge of French you already have and teaches more advanced language in the context of French-speaking societies and French culture. Study resources including printed books and interactive DVD-ROMs are carefully designed to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. They provide clear learning objectives, guidance and model answers. This key introductory Level 1 course also teaches good study skills and language-learning strategies.
The materials and the way they are presented and taught are first class It is much less difficult or painful than the school French I remember!
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French Level 2
Envol: upper intermediate French (L211)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 60 at Level 2 (SCQF level 9) 5 TMAs, 1 examination 04 Feb 2012 register by 05 Jan 2012 9 months
German
As the first language of more than 100 million Europeans, German is Europes most widely spoken first language. Germany is a significant player in the cultural, economic and political future of Europe, particularly in the emerging markets of Central and Eastern Europe. German is also an important language of diplomacy and trade. Germany is a major investor in global markets, with many leading German companies becoming household names. You may want to learn German for travel, or to appreciate German culture, or that of other German-speaking countries like Austria or Switzerland. The ability to speak and understand German is also a career asset. Theres a demand in the international business community for people with a good working knowledge of, and fluency in, German.
Envol: upper intermediate French builds on the course Ouverture: intermediate French (L120), or equivalent knowledge, and is the first module in our Diploma in French. It will extend your language skills, enhance your cultural knowledge, and develop the skills needed to study at a higher level. Youll learn to communicate in a wide range of situations; express your opinions; report what other people have said; explain processes and trends; communicate by letter and telephone; make structured notes; and write different types of text. Youll also improve your command of grammar and vocabulary. The compulsory residential school takes place in France and is included in the fee.
German Level 1
Rundblick: beginners German (L193)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
French Level 3
Please note that at Level 3, language study materials are primarily delivered online and a proportion of study time is dedicated to interactive online activities. We strongly advise that you do not begin your studies at Level 3. If in doubt, please contact our advisory staff on +44 (0)845 300 60 90.
This key introductory Level 1 course Rundblick: beginners' German is the first module in our Certificate in German, designed to develop the skills you need to speak and understand simple German in everyday situations. Using the theme of a journey, it explores life in German-speaking countries and communities worldwide through topics relevant to adult learners such as impressions of Germany, Austria and Switzerland; travelling; lifestyles; cultural events; and technology. Study resources include printed books and audio CDs which support independent learning and theres a dedicated website with online activities. Together, theyll give you not just language skills but a real feel for German-speaking countries and communities too.
This course is the second and final module in our Diploma in French, following on from Envol: upper intermediate French (L211). It continues to develop your knowledge and understanding of the society and culture of contemporary France and to extend the practical skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The study resources include online authentic audio and video, comprising of interviews, documentaries and reportages, and illustrated printed materials. You will also develop your academic writing, critical and analytical skills, and intercultural competence. The course has six themes that give both broad and focused coverage of different aspects of historical and contemporary France and French-speaking countries.
Auftakt: intermediate German follows on from Rundblick: beginners German (L193) to complete the Certificate in German. It revises and consolidates the knowledge of German you already have and teaches more advanced language in the context of German-speaking countries and communities. Study resources including printed books and interactive DVD-ROMs are carefully designed to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. They provide clear learning objectives, guidance and model answers. This key introductory Level 1 course also teaches good study skills and language-learning strategies. You can see some sample study materials for our Level 1 language courses at openlearn.open.ac.uk.
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I decided to improve my German with the OU It was excellent a really good, easy to follow course and the summer school was a lifechanging experience.
Graham Bloye, OU student
German Level 3
Please note that at Level 3, language study materials are primarily delivered online and a proportion of study time is dedicated to interactive online activities. We strongly advise that you do not begin your studies at Level 3. If in doubt, please contact our advisory staff on +44 (0)845 300 60 90.
German Level 2
Motive: upper intermediate German (L203)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 60 at Level 2 (SCQF level 9) 5 TMAs, 1 examination 04 Feb 2012 register by 05 Jan 2012 9 months
This course is the second and final module in our Diploma in German and follows on from Motive: upper intermediate German (L203). Variationen provides opportunities for you to study aspects of German speaking cultures in greater detail and develop your academic skills and language competence in the process. You will learn, for example, to understand and analyse authentic spoken and written sources, communicate and collaborate through media such as emails, forums and wikis, and present your own work by writing a variety of personal, journalistic and academic texts as well as by giving presentations.
Motive: upper intermediate German builds on the course Auftakt: intermediate German (L130), or equivalent knowledge, and is the first module in our Diploma in German. It will extend your language skills, enhance your cultural knowledge, and develop the skills needed to study at a higher level. Youll learn to communicate in a wide range of situations; express your opinions; report what other people have said; explain processes and trends; communicate by email, letter and telephone; make structured notes; and write different types of text. Youll also improve your command of grammar and vocabulary. The compulsory residential school takes place in Germany and is included in the fee.
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Undergraduate study
Italian
Italys long heritage in fine arts, literature and music is behind its modern-day reputation for innovation in design, fashion and technology areas where it plays a significant and influential role in international commerce. Learning Italian is the key to understanding more about and enjoying Italys culture. As well as introducing you to many aspects of contemporary Italian life, our beginners course in Italian will equip you with the vocabulary and skills to cope successfully in everyday situations in an Italian speaking environment.
Spanish
In all corners of the globe people have become aware of the growing presence and importance of Spanish. With over 400 million people speaking it as a first language, Spanish is now the worlds fourth most-spoken language. Its the official language of Spain and much of America. Along with English, Spanish is set to be one of the dominant languages of the future. You may be thinking about living or working in a Spanishspeaking country, or perhaps your employer has business links with one. As you hone your language skills, youll also be learning more about the rich and varied culture of Spanishspeaking countries, adding to your appreciation of customs and traditions in them.
Italian Level 1
Andante: beginners Italian (L195)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
Spanish Level 1
Portales: beginners Spanish (L194)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
This key introductory Level 1 course Andante: beginners' Italian is the first module in our Certificate in Italian, designed to give you the skills you need to speak and understand simple Italian in everyday contexts. The course takes you through a wide range of practical situations such as travelling, shopping, working and eating out in Italy. Study resources include a book, Colloquial Italian, and audio CDs which support independent learning and theres a dedicated website with online activities. Together, theyll give you not just language skills but a real feel for Italian society and culture too.
This key introductory Level 1 course Portales: beginners Spanish is the first module in our Certificate in Spanish, designed to develop the skills you need to speak and understand simple Spanish in everyday contexts. Using the theme of a journey, the course takes you through a wide range of practical situations such as travelling, shopping, working and eating out in Spain, Chile and other Spanishspeaking countries. Study resources include printed books and audio CDs which support independent learning and theres a dedicated website with online activities. Together, theyll give you not just language skills but a real feel for Hispanic cultures as well.
Vivace: intermediate Italian follows on from Andante: beginners Italian (L195) to complete the Certificate in Italian. This course revises and consolidates your knowledge of Italian and teaches more advanced language in the context of Italian society and culture. It offers insights into many aspects of everyday life in modern Italy, so youll have a better understanding of issues that concern Italian people. The study resources including books and an interactive DVD-ROM are carefully designed to develop your speaking, listening, reading and writing language skills. They provide clear learning objectives, guidance and model answers. This key introductory Level 1 course also teaches good study skills and language-learning strategies.
The OU proves that learning a language at a distance can be just as effective as learning face to face.
Maria Emmerson, OU tutor
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Spanish Level 2
Viento en popa: upper intermediate Spanish (L204)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 60 at Level 2 (SCQF level 9) 5 TMAs, 1 examination 04 Feb 2012 register by 05 Jan 2012 9 months
En rumbo: intermediate Spanish follows on from Portales: beginners Spanish (L194) to complete the Certificate in Spanish. It builds on your existing Spanish and teaches more advanced language in the context of Spanish and Latin American society and culture. Study resources including printed books and an interactive DVD-ROM are carefully designed to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. They provide clear learning objectives, guidance and model answers. This key introductory Level 1 course also teaches good study skills and language-learning strategies. You can see some sample study materials for our Level 1 language courses at openlearn.open.ac.uk.
This course builds on En rumbo: intermediate Spanish (L140), or equivalent knowledge, and is the first module in our Diploma in Spanish. It will continue to develop your practical language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. By studying a variety of authentic audio, video and printed materials from Spain and Latin America, you will learn how to communicate in situations ranging from everyday conversation to putting forward your point of view in a debate. You will also have the opportunity to work on grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary acquisition. The compulsory residential school takes place in Spain and is included in the fee.
Spanish Level 3
Please note that at Level 3, language study materials are primarily delivered online and a proportion of study time is dedicated to interactive online activities. We strongly advise that you do not begin your studies at Level 3. If in doubt, please contact our advisory staff on +44 (0)845 300 60 90.
This course is the second and final module in our Diploma in Spanish and follows on from Viento en popa: upper intermediate Spanish (L204). It continues to develop your knowledge and understanding of the society and culture of Spain and Latin America and to extend the practical skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. The study resources include online authentic audio and video, comprising interviews and documentaries, and illustrated printed materials. You will also develop your critical, analytical and intercultural skills. The course is structured around six themes, which give a broad introduction to different aspects of society and culture in Spanish speaking countries.
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Undergraduate study
Welsh
Welsh is a Celtic language with a long literary tradition, spoken today by almost 600,000 people in Wales, and by significant numbers of speakers beyond Wales, particularly in England, but also in a long-established Welsh colony in Argentina. The Welsh Assembly Government has committed itself to promoting Wales as a bilingual nation, and you need Welsh in an increasing number of jobs. Welsh-medium education is proving extremely popular, many books and magazines are published in Welsh, and it is used extensively on radio and television. It is also the medium of a flourishing and varied musical tradition extending in style from choral to pop. If youve always wanted to get to grips with the Welsh language and culture, Croeso: beginners Welsh (L196) is a practical approach to managing in simple everyday situations.
Welsh Level 1
Croeso: beginners Welsh (L196)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 1 (SCQF level 7) 6 TMAs, 1 EMA 01 Nov 2011 register by 13 Oct 2011 11 months
This broadly-focused course introduces you to university-level study in the arts across a range of subject areas, including history, art history, philosophy, classical studies, history of science, religious studies, music and English. It is structured around four themes, guiding you through some of the basic concerns of arts subjects: Reputations; Tradition and Dissent; Cultural Encounters; and Place and Leisure. Your studies will range from poetry to string quartets, and from sculpture to short stories across a wide variety of cultures and historical periods. This key introductory Level 1 course is also a useful means of acquiring the key skills required for further study of arts subjects.
Croeso will give you the skills you need to speak and understand simple Welsh in everyday contexts. No previous knowledge of Welsh is required. This key introductory Level 1 course will take you through a wide range of practical situations such as socialising, travelling and shopping, and explores aspects of Welsh society and culture. Well send you printed and audio materials, and youll have a dedicated website, all of which support independent learning. And while youre learning the language, youll gain a real feel for the Welsh way of life too. This is the only Welsh language course that we currently offer, but you may be interested in the following short courses: Small country, big history: themes in the history of Wales (A182) a 15-credit online course in arts. Contemporary Wales (D172) a 15-credit course in social sciences. Click www.open.ac.uk/study for more information.
This key introductory Level 1 course is an ideal introduction to the social sciences psychology, social policy and criminology, geography and environment, politics and international studies, economics and sociology through study of contemporary UK society. Using a blend of text, audio, DVD and online materials, youll explore a wide range of topics, including questions of societys relationship to the environment, questions of identity and issues of social order and governance all considered in their national and international contexts that will equip you with a range of skills for independent study and for your personal and working life. Or you could study the two 30-credit courses Introducing the social sciences part one (DD131) and Introducing the social sciences part two (DD132), which present the same study materials as the 60-credit course, but allow you to work at a more gradual pace. See www.open.ac.uk/study for details.
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Level 2
From Enlightenment to Romanticism c.17801830 (A207)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 60 at Level 2 (SCQF level 8) 6 TMAs, 1 examination 01 Oct 2011 register by 08 Sep 2011 9 months
This interdisciplinary course is designed to give you a critical understanding of this crucially formative period in modern European history. At its heart is a range of European texts associated with the epoch-making transition from Enlightenment to Romanticism. The texts include music, philosophical and scientific writings, historical documents, poetry, paintings and architecture by figures as diverse as Mozart, Rousseau, Davy, Byron, Goethe, Schubert and Delacroix and topics as varied as Napoleon, the French Revolution, religious revival, African exploration and slavery, the Lake District, New Lanark, the Soane Museum and Brighton Pavilion.
This beginners course in reading classical Latin introduces you to key vocabulary and the basics of Latin grammar, as you work towards tackling original texts on your own such as passages from Roman drama and Ciceros famous speeches. The language is taught in its historical and cultural context, complementing your studies with an awareness of Roman society and literature. No previous knowledge of Latin is needed, but youre strongly advised to familiarise yourself with grammatical terms in English beforehand a preparatory booklet is available. Reading about Roman civilisation is also a helpful and enjoyable way to gain a cultural background to the course.
Level 3
Continuing classical Latin (A397)
Credits: Assessment: Start: Length: 30 at Level 3 (SCQF level 10) 4 TMAs, 1 examination 01 Oct 2011 register by 08 Sep 2011 9 months
This course combines an introduction to classical Greek language with the study of classical Greek culture and literature in translation. It is intended for beginners in Greek and assumes no previous experience of language learning. The course teaches you basic vocabulary and grammar, and sets you on your way to reading Greek texts in the original. The course uses the Joint Association of Classical Teachers (JACT) Reading Greek series, augmented by study guides. Your language learning is also supported by specially designed interactive resources. Alongside your language work, you study set texts in English (Euripides Medea, Aristophanes Clouds and Platos Defence of Socrates) from literary, cultural and performance angles.
This intermediate course builds on your knowledge of Latin vocabulary and grammar, teaching you the skills required for reading and appreciating original texts on your own from the works of Catullus and Ovid to Virgils account of the fall of Troy in Aeneid II. Besides working on translation skills, you will also engage in cultural and literary study of the texts, viewing them as both great pieces of literature and rich insights into Roman culture. A natural follow on from Reading classical Latin (A297), the course also suits students with a good basic grounding in Latin.
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When to apply
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Financial support for students studying undergraduate courses
The OU and the national governments of the UK fund a range of financial support services to help you with the costs of studying. The type and level of support available depends on your household income, whether you receive certain state benefits and where you live (see below). Find out more at www.open.ac.uk/financialsupport where you can use our eligibility checker to find out what support you could be entitled to.
How to pay
Depending on your income you may qualify for some financial support in fact, many of our undergraduate students are able to study for free (see Financial support for students studying undergraduate courses opposite). If you are paying some or all of the cost yourself, you can pay in full when you register, by credit or debit card or by cheque in EU currencies, Swiss francs or US dollars. Its easiest to register online at www.open.ac.uk/study with a credit or debit card. We don't accept Maestro International, Amex or Diners cards. If youve studied with us before we also accept payment by bank transfer.
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If you live with your parents, their income will not be included in any assessment of your household income. You will need to be studying between 30 and 120 credits worth of courses to qualify (usually with a minimum of 30 credits for any one course). Access to Learning Fund students with a household income below 28,0651 (plus allowances, where applicable) can apply for assistance from the Access to Learning Fund. This fund is provided to assist students who are facing higher than expected costs as a result of their study. It cannot be used to pay for course fees, but will support course-related costs such as travel, childcare, computer purchase and internet access. Funding may be limited and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
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ILA Scotland 200 learner account ILA Scotland is a Scottish Government scheme for anyone aged 16 or over living in Scotland studying at undergraduate level. If your personal income is 22,000 or less a year, or youre on certain benefits, you can claim up to 200 a year towards a wide range of courses, where the amount of study is less than 40 credits. You will need to have successfully opened an ILA Scotland learner account before you register with us and should allow a minimum of 21 days for your account to be set up before the final registration date of your course. For the most up-to-date information, click www.ilascotland.org.uk. Part-time fee grant (formerly known as ILA Scotland 500 learner account) if your personal income is 22,000 or less a year, or youre on certain benefits, you can claim up to 500 a year towards the course fee if you are studying at least 40 credits a year. You will need to have successfully completed the application process for a part-time fee grant before you register with us and should allow a minimum of 21 days before the final registration date of your course. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Student Awards Agency for Scotland website at www.saas.gov.uk. We recommend that you check whether you are eligible for a fee waiver before applying for a part-time fee grant or ILA Scotland learner account. To find the most up-to-date information on the financial support available to students in Scotland visit our website at www.open.ac.uk/financialsupport, email scotland@open.ac.uk or call 0845 300 60 90.
Based on 2010/11 figures. To find the most up-to-date information on the financial support available to students in England, Wales or Northern Ireland visit our website at www.open.ac.uk/financialsupport, email general-enquiries@open.ac.uk or call 0845 300 60 90.
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Fees
If youre not eligible to pay a UK course fee (see page 32), your fee will be higher than the UK fee. Higher fees are charged if you are a resident of one of the countries/ territories listed above or are a resident of a country anywhere else in the world where OU courses are offered. Fees are higher outside the UK because the University needs to cover the extra costs of operating and supplying services outside the UK. These costs include running offices in Dublin and Brussels and the additional costs of operating in more than one country in respect of all aspects of the University's services to students, including the provision of examinations, additional residential and day schools, retaining students, and additional financial charges. Additional costs are allocated across all students in a given territory, and are not calculated on a course-by-course basis. To work out how much your course will cost, see www.open.ac.uk/study or refer to the separate Course Fees 2011/2012 leaflet.
Examinations
Not all courses have an examination, but for most of those that do theres at least one examination centre in the countries listed above. An overseas examination fee is charged if you do not take your examination at the centre allocated to you. Continued on page 36.
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Continued from page 35. The overseas examination fee is charged if you: sit your examination at an additional centre closer to your home sit your examination in a country other than those listed on page 35, regardless of the course fee paid have paid UK fees but want to sit your examination at a centre in one of the countries listed on page 35 have paid UK fees but have a home address in Continental Europe. The overseas examination fee will be 204 for examinations held before 31 July 2011. From 1 August 2011, this fee will be 210. For further information and advice, contact The Open University in Europe (see back cover).
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Title A buen puerto: advanced Spanish (L314) Action in French (French summer school) (LXR122) Andante: beginners Italian (L195) Auftakt: intermediate German (L130) Bon dpart: beginners French (L192) Continuing classical Latin (A397)
UK () 850
ROI () 1470
Other () 1620
How to pay
We have several ways to help you pay fees please see page 33 of the Languages Prospectus. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to take advantage of our financial support services and apply for a grant for your course fees and for help with study costs please see page 33 for full details.
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Croeso: beginners 01 Nov 2011 Welsh (L196) En rumbo: intermediate Spanish (L140) English communication skills for global managers (pre MBA) (LB720) English for academic purposes online (L185) English grammar in context (E303) Envol: upper intermediate French (L211) Exploring the English language (U211) 04 Feb 2012
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Title From Enlightenment to Romanticism c.17801830 (A207) Introducing the social sciences (DD101) Making sense of the arts (Y180)
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Mises au point: advanced French (L310) Motive: upper intermediate German (L203) Ouverture: intermediate French (L120) Portales: beginners Spanish (L194) Professional communication skills for business studies (LB160) Reading classical Greek: language and literature (A275) Reading classical Latin (A297) Rundblick: beginners German (L193) The art of English (E301) The arts past and present (AA100)
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