Oxford University Language Centre 12 Woodstock Road

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1 Oxford University Language Centre 12 Woodstock Road

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3 The Language Centre provides resources and services for members of the University who need foreign languages for their study, research or personal interest. Two main programmes of foreign language courses: Languages for Study and Research (LASR) and the Oxford Programme in Languages (OPAL).

4 The LASR programme is open to all students at Oxford University registration fee of 35 per course per term provides courses in ten languages: French, Georgian, German, Mandarin Chinese, Modern Greek, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Welsh. emphasis on general communication or reading most courses last for the entire academic year those with academic need for classes are given priority (priority forms from LC)

5 OPAL courses in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Spanish. Intended for those who are highly motivated, willing to commit to a fast-paced course and wish to obtain a certificate of achievement. Two hours per week ( , , Mon-Thurs, Friday) + independent study Fee of 215 is payable in advance for OPAL courses Further fee of 60 is payable for the examination and supported project work in Trinity Term. Most colleges have arrangements for partial reimbursement of the fees on successful completion.

6 OPAL P & E Fast-paced, certificate courses (2 hours per week) in a variety of language for students taking PPE, Economics and Management or History and Politics Priority is given to 2 nd year students Fee of 215 payable. Many colleges refund half on successful completion Assessment by examination and project presentation Courses start in Hilary Term 2014

7 Closed courses and language options Courses for faculties and departments: French: History, Maths (+combinations), Physics, Engineering Science, Chemistry German: History, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering Science, Maths (+ combinations) Spanish: Physics, Chemistry, Eng Sci, Maths Italian: History of Art Dutch: Law Materials students can take all OPAL and LASR courses

8 English for Academic Studies Intended for students who had to meet an English language requirement Registration fee of 30 per class per term Academic Writing (2 hours per week) Advanced Communications Skills (2 hours per week) Registration in 0 th Week (on-line or in person). Classes begin in Week 1

9 Library and Independent Study Area Language Centre has a large library and self-study area. Language-learning materials in over 180 languages to help you with your reading, exchanges abroad, overseas site visits and holiday trips. Inductions daily at and Print, audio-visual, CD and CALL materials. Dictionaries, courses, readers. News (recorded each day in term-time) in Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish TV reception in 14 languages Registered users may borrow wide variety of materials (including DVDs) from 7 October

10 The LAMBDA Project What is the Lambda Project? The Oxford Language Maintenance and Development Project: How learners can best maintain their language skills independently. Our question is "What makes a good language keeper?" The project aims to help staff and students who cannot or do not wish to attend formal classes maintain their French or German language skills. Who may join? Any member of the University or Colleges who has at least GCSE French or German (or equivalent) may apply to join. There is a 35 registration charge.

11 Registration 2013 English Courses Monday - Thursday Week 0 (Oct 7-10). Courses start in Week 1 LASR Courses Monday 0 th Week - Wednesday Week 1 (Oct 7-16) Courses start in Week 2 Deadline for LASR priority & lottery places is Wednesday, Week 1, October 16, at 12 noon. OPAL Courses Any time up to Wed, Week 1, at 12 noon LASR & OPAL courses start in Week 2 Online registration for OPAL, LASR and English courses on the Language Centre web site from 7 October, when standard registration begins. Until then, if you need to make a LASR priority application, please contact Scarlett Nash or Natasha Hawkins at admin@lang.ox.ac.uk On-line placement tests in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

12 Opening Hours TERM WEEKS 0 and 9 Monday - Friday TERM WEEKS 1-8 Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday CHRISTMAS AND EASTER VACATION Monday - Friday and SUMMER VACATION Monday - Friday