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851-0861-01L 2 Credits BSC , DS 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
BSC , 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 I A1.1 (Sprachenzentrum)
**Kurs vom Sprachenzentrum der UZH und der ETH Zürich** Die Lehrveranstaltung wird in 3 Parallelkursen angeboten.
No time listed 3 h weekly

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