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English Language in Use

Language and Diversity

French Language 1A

Japanese for Beginners

Japanese Language 1A

Latin A

Making Meaning

Spanish Studies 1

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Japanese 1

In this subject, students will build on the skills learned in Tok Pisin 1. As in the preceding course, students will gain a practical command of basic spoken Tok Pisin and a capacity to read and write in the language, while developing their cultural knowledge of the diverse societies of Papua New Guinea. By the end of this course, students should have a vocabulary of around 2000 of the most frequently used and useful Tok Pisin words. By the end of the course students will be able to conduct a simple conversation and find their way around in Papua New Guinea. Students will deepen their command of the main features of Tok Pisin, and learn how to discuss topics such as geography, politics and climate change.

Tok Pisin 2

This subject will build on students&#39; basic knowledge of the Tibetan Language in both its spoken and literary forms. It includes: (a) Development of conversational skills in Tibetan to include complex sentences; (b) Further explanation of the grammar of spoken and written Tibetan; (c) Reading of graded texts in the Tibetan script.

Progress your pursuit of Tibetan, as you develop your speaking and writing. Begin to have conversations as you develop the skill to construct complex sentences. Get a deeper understanding of Tibetan grammar, and read texts in Tibetan script. 

Tibetan 2

This subject introduces students to the Tibetan Language in both its spoken and literary forms. It includes:<ol><li>Development of conversational skills in Tibetan;</li><li>Instruction in reading and writing the Uchen script as used for Tibetan;</li><li>Explanation of the grammar of spoken and written Tibetan;</li><li>Reading of graded texts in the Tibetan script.</li></ol>

Take a journey into the heart of the language of Tibet. Explore the ins and outs of the Tibetan Uchen script and use it to construct written words and sentences. Understand simple Tibetan texts. Pose queries in the language and answer questions.

Tibetan 1

Thai 6 is an Advanced Intermediate level course. Students read and listen to a range of medium-and-full-length authentic written texts and audio-visual media. Implicit meanings and contextual understanding are also emphasised. Students discuss and write coherently on a broader range of topics such as current affairs, the economy, the politics of inequality, soft power, Thailand in the context of ASEAN and the Mekong Subregion, and Thailand and Australia relations. They offer comparative perspectives on various topics. Students identify and evaluate information from various resources for personal interests, class activities, and assignments. Students expand their technical vocabulary and understanding of complex grammatical construction through written exercises, oral presentations, and spontaneous translation tasks. Students are independent and able to converse on a range of topics with native speakers without strain from either party.Via face-to-face video at a set time prescribed by the University. Please be aware of potential time zone differences.This is a fast paced academic course at a University level.

Thai 6

Thai 5 is an Upper-Intermediate level course. Students read and listen to a range of short-and-medium-length authentic written texts and audio-visual media. Excerpts of literary texts are introduced for figurative meaning exercises. Students discuss and write coherently on a range of selected contemporary issues such as popular culture, economic disparity, gender diversity, environment, and politics. They compare and contrast these topics to the Australian context. Students identify relevant information from the Internet for class activities and assignments. The course builds vocabulary and understanding of complex grammatical construction through written exercises, oral presentations, and spontaneous translation tasks. Students are able to converse on a range of concrete topics and pre-exposed abstract topics with native speakers with less strain from either party.Via face-to-face video at a set time prescribed by the University. Please be aware of potential time zone differences.This is a fast paced academic course at a University level.

Thai 5

Thai 4 is an Intermediate level course. The course covers a wider range of more complex structural forms; effective use of markers to produce a more coherent expression of ideas, cause-effect, and arguments in spoken and written language. It also covers a defined range of historical, economic, socio-political, cultural topics, as well as current affairs. Students read and listen to longer modified and unmodified texts and audio-visual media on relevant topics. Full-length Thai films with English sub-titles and music are introduced in relation to the discussion of social themes, figurative meanings, and contextual understanding. Students further develop grammatical understanding through spoken, written, and translation exercises. They discuss and write about the selected topics in current affairs and relevant social themes. Students at this level are able to converse on a range of familiar matters and points of personal interest with native speakers who are willing to speak clearly with minimum colloquialism.This is a fast paced academic course at a University level.

Engage deeper with the language and culture of Thailand, working towards an intermediate level of speaking and writing in Thai. Enhance your language skills with a broader knowledge of Thai society. Enjoy spontaneity and join in group discussions.

Thai 4

Thai 3 is an Advanced Beginner-Low Intermediate level course. The course covers a wider range of structural forms; as well as the use of markers to indicate the linking of ideas and arguments. It also covers a limited range of historical, cultural, and contemporary social topics. Students use their growing socio-linguistic skills to read and listen to both modified and short unmodified texts and audio-visual media on relevant themes and situations. They develop grammatical understanding through spoken, written, and translation exercises. They discuss and write about selected social and cultural situations and issues. Students at this level are able to converse on a range of familiar and concrete topics with native speakers who are willing to speak clearly and simply without colloquialism.Via face-to-face video at a set time prescribed by the University. Please be aware of potential time zone differences.

Engage with Thai language at an intermediate level and get ready to interact with native speakers. Through texts and tv, explore ideas of family, spirituality, and leadership. Add challenging words to your vocabulary and read longer pieces.

Thai 3

Thai 2 continues from Thai 1. In this course, students further develop their receptive, interactive, and productive skills. This course covers comparison, more conjunctions and sentence structures, and various day-to-day conversations. Students complete translation exercises, increase language exposure through audio-visual media and converse on selected topics in class. They will learn about Thai ways of life, geography, and neighbouring countries.Via face-to-face video at a set time prescribed by the University. Please be aware of potential time zone differences.

Develop your spoken and written Thai, and get a deeper understanding of Thailand’s complex and diverse society. Begin translation exercises, and to recognise and use Thai phonemes, and engage with the associated etiquette implications. 

Thai 2

Tetum is the language of Timor-Leste. The study of Tetum is essential for anyone wishing to understand Timor-Leste&#39;s diverse society, vibrant culture and dynamic history. Timor-Leste is a close neighbour of Australia and ties between these two countries are increasing through bilateral initiatives and international security, trade and development projects.Tetum is a spoken language, because prior to independence in 2002 most Timorese did not have access to education and literacy rates was low. Reading and writing in Tetum are important of course, but mainly to give students a strong foundation in speaking skills, and the emphasis in the course will be developing oral skills because Tetum is primarily an oral language.The ANU offers to rare opportunity to complete a minor in Tetum. Students completing a minor in Tetum will be uniquely placed to engage with the Timorese people, state, and society. Communications skills in Tetum will facilitate future opportunities in Immigration and Customs, Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Commercial import/exports or in the broad ranging Aid sectors, or, to work as a professional translator/interpreter.The four courses needed to complete the minor are only offered online so can be studied from any location, but classes will be delivered on a weekly basis throughout the semester comprising three-hour session a week. Students who complete this language minor will reach an Intermediate level of Tetum skills and knowledge.In this course, students will improve their Tetum language skills to an intermediate proficiency. Students will learn how to discuss and write about a variety of topics including government officials and functions, health, the environment, and Timorese history.

Build up your Tetum language skills and knowledge to an intermediate level. Get ready to engage with Timorese people on useful topics including work, health, the environment and government. Deepen your understanding of Timor-Leste's society.

Tetum 4

Tetum is the language of Timor-Leste. The study of Tetum is essential for anyone wishing to understand Timor-Leste&#39;s diverse society, vibrant culture and dynamic history. Timor-Leste is a close neighbour of Australia and ties between these two countries are increasing through bilateral initiatives and international security, trade and development projects.Tetum is a spoken language, because prior to independence in 2002 most Timorese did not have access to education and literacy rates was low. Reading and writing in Tetum are important of course but is mainly to give students a strong foundation in speaking skills, and the emphasis in the course will be developing oral skills because Tetum is primarily an oral language.The ANU offers a rare opportunity to complete a minor in Tetum. Students completing a minor in Tetum will be uniquely placed to engage with the Timorese people, state, and society.The four courses needed to complete the minor are only offered online so can be studied from any location. Classes will be delivered on a weekly basis throughout the semester comprising of three-hour session. Students who complete this language minor will reach an Intermediate level of Tetum skills and knowledge.Students of this course will learn Tetum at a lower-intermediate level. Students will be introduced to new vocabulary, improve their grammar skills, build on their spoken Tetum skills, and learn to write passages of Tetum on several non-technical topics. This course&#39;s topics include directions, school and higher education, cooking, describing people and organizing a party.Via face-to-face video at a set time prescribed by the University. Please be aware of potential time zone differences.

Study the third out of four courses in Tetum – the language of Timor-Leste. These four courses are needed to complete the Tetum minor. Learn skills to communicate at an intermediate level with one of Australia’s closest neighbours.

Tetum 3

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