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851-0861-01L 2 Credits DS , BSC D-GESS
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Arabic I A1.1

Arabisch I A1.1

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Abstract

Arabic I leads to A1.1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Arabic I is the first part (A1.1 level) of a four-semester Arabic course. The goal of the course is for participants to acquire basic language skills in speaking, listening comprehension, and the reading and writing of Arabic script.

Objective

Participants are able to use the Arabic language adequately in selected areas. The focus is on speaking; reading and listening comprehension at A1.1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages; learning Arabic script; and the development of cultural competence. The following content areas are embedded in various communicative tasks: Greeting each other, introducing yourself and speaking about yourself (personal and professional identity, place of residence), making simple phone calls, requesting information, and making appointments.

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General Information

Language
Arabic
Levels
DS , BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Anmeldemodalitäten, Datum und Ort dieser Leistungskontrolle wird ausschliesslich vom Sprachenzentrum UZH/ETH festgelegt.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Arabisch I A1.1 (Sprachenzentrum)
**Kurs vom Sprachenzentrum der UZH und der ETH Zürich**
No time listed 3 h weekly

Offered In

  • GESS Science in Perspective (Only the topics listed in this paragraph can be chosen as GESS Science in Perspective. Further below you will find the "type B courses Reflections about subject specific methods and content" as well as the language courses. 6 ECTS need to be acquired during the BA and 2 ECTS during the MA Students who already took a course within their main study program are NOT allowed to take the course again.)
    • Language Courses of the UZH and ETH Zurich (A maximum of three credits from language courses may be recognised. In addition, only advanced courses (level B2 upwards) in the European languages English, French, Italian and Spanish are recognised. German language courses are recognised from level C2 upwards. Course fees: Registration dates: )
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