Mandarin Chinese (Level 1A)

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<H2>Mandarin Chinese (Level 1A):  </H2>
<H2>THURS 19:00 - 21:00 for 10 weeks</H2>
This course will take place every Thursday for 10 weeks. Class will begin at 7pm and end at 9pm.
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NOTE: If you prefer to take this class on an alternative day and time, link below to other Mandarin Chinese Level 1 classes on offer:
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Level 1 [A]     Thursday 19:00 - 21:00
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<A HREF="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mandarin-chinese-level-1b-registration-37415549917" TARGET="_blank" REL="noopener noreferrer">Level 1 [B]     Tuesday 17:00 - 19:00</A>
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<A HREF="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mandarin-chinese-level-1c-registration-37415612103" TARGET="_blank" REL="noopener noreferrer">Level 1 [C]     Thursday 17:00 - 19:00</A>
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<H3>Learning Objectives:</H3>
Students taking the level 1 course are not expected to have any previous knowledge of the language. The aim of level 1 is to introduce students to the language, the culture and basic grammatical concepts and to equip them with the skills to communicate at an essential level in a target language context.
<H3>Potential Topics:</H3>
Welcome to the course, introduction alphabet, numbers 1-10, basic greetings; Giving personal information (name, age, where you live); Talking about our family, descriptions; Places in town and directions; At the restaurant; Shopping; Transport; Countries.
<H3>Learning outcomes:</H3>
Students will have developed a beginner’s vocabulary in the topic areas outlined above so that they can communicate at a basic level in the language. Students will understand basic words and phrases. Students will be able to formulate simple sentences.
 
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<H3>Please note: In order to receive a certificate of completion, you must attend a minimum of 7 out of 10 classes.</H3>
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<H2>FAQs</H2>
What are the course fees?
There are different fees depending on registration type. All course fees are payable on enrolment. --Student fee: £20.00 --Staff fee: £20.00 --General Public: £88.00
Are these courses accredited?
A Queen's Certificate will be awarded to all students who attend regularly. A minimum of 70% attendance is required for certification. Note QUB Students, all Language classes (Languages for Non-Specialist courses) now count towards the <A HREF="https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/degreeplus/RoutestoDegreePlus/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">University's Degree Plus Award</A> (Route B).  Degree Plus Award is a new award for Queen’s students designed to provide official recognition of extra-curricular activities including Language Centre language courses which are open to all students whatever their degree subject. Employers are looking for graduates who can demonstrate that they have the skills needed for workplace success – the Degree Plus Award will help you do this!
How often do I attend?
Classes, which usually last two hours, are held weekly, as far as possible outside normal university teaching hours (e.g. late afternoon, early evening, some are scheduled for Wednesday afternoon) and run for 10 weeks starting in October and again in February.
Is my registration fee transferrable?
Yes, if you feel after your first class that the level of language is too high/low, you can transfer to another class, provided that there is available space.
What's the refund policy?
All refunds must be requested in writing and accompanied by your payment receipt before the start of the course. For all registered students, refunds are not normally paid after the beginning of classes. Any such request must be made in writing to the Language Centre Manager and must be related to reasons beyond your control and supported by written evidence. These refunds will be at the Language Centre Manager’s discretion.  All refunds, where agreed, will be subject to an administrative fee of £10.00 for QUB staff and students and £40 for members of the public.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can email any queries you have to <A HREF="mailto:language@qub.ac.uk" TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">language@qub.ac.uk</A>

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