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Russian Conversation A2

Start level
A2.1
Target level
A2.2
Start courses
September, February
Language of instruction
Engels/Russisch

Classroom course

This is a traditional classroom course. The teacher and students are present in the physical classroom at the Leiden location.

Course description

The Russian Conversation A2 course is designed for participants who have completed the Russian 6 course or have a similar level (A2). From the beginning, lessons are conducted in Russian.
Conversation and speaking skills are mainly practised. This may include the following topics: biography, family, travel, living, education, work, transport, health, talking about your day and about the future.
We also repeat the necessary grammar. Furthermore, attention is paid to the cultural context of the countries in which the language is spoken.

After attending this course, one is able to understand the main points from clear standard texts on familiar matters that occur regularly at work, during studies and in leisure time. One can get by in most situations that may arise while travelling in areas where the language is spoken. One can produce simple running text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. One can describe experiences and events, expectations and ambitions and can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

The course uses the digital learning environment BrightSpace. Within this learning environment you will find homework and additional learning materials. Course participants are expected to prepare the lessons at home (approximately two hours per lesson).

At the end of the course, there will be a test. Students who have attended 80% of the lessons and successfully completed the final test will receive a certificate.

Course Material

  • to be announced

    Course materials are not included in the course fee. Students should purchase the materials themselves from the bookstore.

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The course is intended for adults with a higher education diploma, including both students and staff members of Leiden University, as well as interested parties who have no connection to Leiden University.
The course is open to any person aged 17 or older with a completed secondary school education. Participants who have successfully completed the Russian 6 course at the Academic Language Centre or can otherwise demonstrate that they have the required entry level can register.

Other information

  • The maximum number of participants for an online course is 16 and for a classroom course is 18.
  • The course load is 56 hours. On request a Course load declaration form can be issued. The student should enquire with their department whether course participation can be converted into credits.
  • The holiday periods can be found in the Academic Language Centre's academic calendar.
  • If classes are cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, they will be added on to the end of the course. Please take into account courses may end later than scheduled.
  • The course level is indicated with the help of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
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