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Russian IV (A2.2)

Russisch IV (A2.2)

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Abstract

Russian IV leads to A2.1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The course is the fourth part of a five-semester Russian course. In this course, participants extend their ability to express themselves, in particular regarding travel, living, and personality; it also extends participants’ grammar skills.

Objective

Participants are able to use Russian adequately in selected areas. The focus is on speaking, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension skills at A2.2 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: Talking about hotel services; having a conversation at the hotel reception; expressing satisfaction; making a complaint; making recommendations; giving information about distances; talking about apartments and their location, interior decoration, and price; understanding real estate adverts; describing where someone or something is located; expressing wishes and perceptions; understanding a written invitation with directions; describing people’s appearance; talking about clothing; giving compliments; making requests; making comparisons; talking about people’s characters and attributes; and talking about relationships and friendship.

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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 IV (A2.2) (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: )