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Russian II (A1.2)

Russisch II (A1.2)

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Abstract

Russian II leads to A1.2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The course is the second part of a five-semester Russian course. In this course, participants continue to work on basic features of Russian grammar. Emphasis is also placed on the extension of basic vocabulary, reading competence, conversation, and intercultural competence.

Objective

Participants are able to use Russian adequately in selected areas. The focus is on speaking, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension skills at A1.2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and on developing cultural competence. Special importance is attached to an academic environment and student life. The course deals with the following content: Reading Russian script and writing about what someone is doing or not doing; talking about leisure activities; talking about whether or not one likes doing something and/or does something regularly; expressing an opinion on activities; giving the time of day and days of the week; talking about past actions; talking about past and present professions, activities, and jobs; talking about the nature of actions; making telephone calls; reading an interview in a newspaper; giving information about the process and duration of an action; and naming souvenirs.

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General Information

Language
German
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 Russisch II (A1.2) (Sprachenzentrum)
**Kurs vom Sprachenzentrum der UZH und der ETH Zürich**
No time listed 2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Science in Perspective (In “Science in Perspective”-courses students learn to reflect on ETH’s STEM subjects from the perspective of humanities, political and social sciences. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "Science in Perspective" courses.)
    • Language Courses of the UZH and ETH Zurich (A maximum of 3 credit points from language courses may be recognised in the category "Science in Context" throughout the entire bachelor's and master's degree program. Moreover, the following restrictions apply: In the case of the European languages English, French, Italian and Spanish, only advanced language courses from level B2 will be credited. German language courses are credited from level C2. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "GESS Science in Perspective" courses. Course fees: Registration dates: )