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German Beginners – (MON EVE)
This course is suitable for absolute beginners and for students with a very basic knowledge of German.
Spanish (Beginners)
The course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the Spanish language and culture – no prior knowledge is required. By the end of the course, the students will be able to formulate simple sentences, to understand simple written passages and to follow a short spoken conversation.
Spanish Term 2 (For students who have completed term 1)
The course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the Spanish language and culture – no prior knowledge is required. By the end of the course, the students will be able to formulate simple sentences, to understand simple written passages and to follow a short spoken conversation.
Introduction to Creative Writing – (WEDS EVE)
What makes a good piece of writing and what does it take to be a writer? This is a course designed to introduce you to different forms of writing — non fiction, fiction and poetry — as a way to help you explore new techniques and approaches.
Introduction to Public Speaking (THU EVE)
We will look practically at how to prepare, the fear of rejection, patterns of speech and tone and the use of silence. We will consider how we use facial expressions, gestures and body movements, and how we welcome and connect with an audience. This course is practical, hands on and enjoyable.
Italian (Beginners) – (Term 2) (For returning students only)
Italian Beginners gives you the chance to learn how to use the right language in the right context; you will get to grips with the building blocks of the Italian language and start to speak with ease and confidence in basic situations.
Exploring Shakespeare – Twelfth Night (FRI DAY)
What makes Twelfth Night a good play? Why is it so frequently performed? What does it say about love? Pretension? Illusion? Delusion? What does it say to us in the 21st Century? What are the particular qualities of poetry, language and drama that make up its appeal? These are some of the many questions we will address in this course on Shakespeare.
Writing the Short Story
Ideal for beginners or more seasoned writers who just want to have some fun with their writing. It would appeal to those who might want to unlock possible approaches to longer work such as collections and novels.
Introduction to Drawing (WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS)
Drawing uses very simple means – a drawing implement, or material and a surface, but it can be very engrossing and immensely rewarding. It can help you to see the world around you with greater understanding and appreciation.