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851-0866-03L 2 Credits DS D-GESS
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Arabic: Egyptian Arabic (A2.1)

Arabisch: Dialektkurs Ägyptisch (A2.1)

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Abstract

This course in Egyptian dialect introduces participants to the colloquial Arabic of Cairo, which is understood throughout the Arab world. The focus is on oral expression and listening comprehension. The course builds on good basic skills in High Arabic (Fusha).

Objective

A particular focus of this course is on speaking, listening comprehension, and – to a lesser degree – reading comprehension skills at A2.1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, as well as on developing cultural competence. Participants are able to use the language adequately and can conduct themselves in a culturally appropriate manner in an Egyptian-speaking environment. Content areas that are embedded in various communicative tasks relate primarily to typical situations you might encounter when staying in an Arabic country: Talking about yourself and your environment; finding your way around; using public transport; obtaining information; shopping; and eating out.

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General Information

Language
Arabic
Levels
DS
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: Dialektkurs Ägyptisch (A2.1) (Sprachenzentrum)
**Kurs vom Sprachenzentrum der UZH und der ETH Zürich**
No time listed 2 h weekly

Offered In

  • GESS Science in Perspective (Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "GESS Science in Perspective" courses. Further below you will find courses under the category "Type B courses Reflections about subject specific methods and content" as well as the language courses. During the Bachelor’s degree Students should acquire at least 6 ECTS and during the Master’s degree 2 ECTS. 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: )