

The module provides a systematic approach to acquiring essential grammar structures in a communicative context and in accordance with the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Whilst the content may vary from year to year, it is envisioned that it will cover some or all of the following topics: Make progress through developing skills of self-study and application and develop an awareness of, and sensitivity to a foreign culture Work productively with others as part of a team, within a set structure Communicate at a basic level in the target language Use available learning aids in a variety of media, such as a reference grammar and bilingual dictionary, to consolidate your learning Understand the principles of learning a foreign language intensively and organise your learning with guidance from the tutor Communicate effectively on a variety of general topics requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters, both orally and in writing

Read and comprehend simple written and aural texts and extract specific, predictable information related to every-day situations Demonstrate a sound grasp of the basic grammatical structures of the target language

