Dr Rob Aitken, Senior College Principal

York’s Colleges

• What Colleges are

• Why we have Colleges

• What you can get out of your College experience

Community

• Colleges are above all communities

– Interdisciplinary– Intergenerational– International

• Deliberately diverse communities

Activities and Community-building

• Committees – Student Organisations – JCRCs and CSAs

• College Tutors – Resident PGs

• College Staff– Head of College– College Officer or Dean– College Administrator

Activities

• College networks promote participation in extra-curricular activities

• Opportunities to take part and lead inspiring activities

• Developing skills and experiences

You wouldn’t do this in a Hall of Residence

Volunteer as a mentor for disadvantaged 11-year olds with a charity founded and run by students in your College

You wouldn’t do this in a Hall of Residence

Run the Budapest marathon with 26 other members of your College, raising over £20,000 for charity

Colleges

• Get involved

• Take part

• University is more than a degree

International Student SupportLouise Saunderson and Alison Learwood

International Student Support

Student Support Services

International student support

Immigration advice

Welfare Advisers (budgeting, benefits, accommodation contracts, council tax)

Student Financial Support Unit (hardship funds, bursaries, Direct Loans)

Open Door Team (counselling service)

Disability Services

Make appointments at the Student Support Hub in Market Square or call 01904 32 4140 www.york.ac.uk/sshub

Further International Support

English language support (CELT)

www.york.ac.uk/celt

International Ambassadors Scheme

Email international@york.ac.uk

Graduate Students’ Association www.yorkgsa.org@york.ac.uk

Student societies affiliated to YUSU www.yusu.org. These include:

Anime & Manga, Baking, Chess, CSSA (Chinese Students’ and Scholars Association), Fashion, History, Islamic, KnitSoc, Latin American, Modern Buddhism, HP Muggle Soc, York Glee Singers, York Cinema

General Student Support

Welfare teams in colleges – 24 hour support even if you live off campus www.york.ac.uk/colleges

YUSU (York University Students’ Union) www.yusu.org Graduate Students’ Association for postgraduates www.yorkgsa.org Academic Support Office

www.york.ac.uk/students/studying/develop-your-skills/study-skills/ Careers department www.york.ac.uk/careers/events Equality and Diversity Office www.york.ac.uk/admin/eo

IT Services – telephone helpline extension 3838 www.york.ac.uk/it-services/ Nightline – students helping students. Open 20:00 – 08:00 every night during term

time. www.yorknightline.org.uk 01904 32 3735 nightmail@yusu.org

Health Care

Unity Health has a branch on campus at Heslington West (across lake from Central Hall) or the Hull Road surgery used by many residents on Heslington East campus www.unityhealth.info

If you are from outside the EU area and you are studying for less than 6 months, you will be expected to pay for most healthcare services

If you are studying for 6 months or more, all students are entitled to:

register with a GP (doctor for free)

visit your GP as often as you need without charge

free emergency treatment at a hospital

Free contraception/birth control and sexual health services via your GP or a family planning clinic www.fpa.org.uk

Health Care

All students must pay prescription charges, currently £8.05 per medicine prescribed by a GP

All students must pay for dental care. NHS dentists are cheaper than private dentists, but have long waiting lists before you can register as a patient

All students must pay for eye care If you are under 19 you can apply for a certificate which exempts you

from prescription fees, and most eye care and dental charges. Use the HC1 application www.nidirect.gov.uk/hc1.pdf

Non-EU students may be expected to pay for ongoing specialist treatment at a hospital

See these websites for more information:

www.york.ac.uk/international-students/health

www.yorkstudenthealth.org

Family Network

For students with partners and/or children in the UK and their family members

Meets at St Lawrence’s Children’s Centre on alternate Wednesdays for those with children under 5

Regular trips and social events

www.yorkgsa.org/site/welfare/university-of-york-student-family-network

i:Connect International Cafe

Meets weekly at Spurriergate in city centre (next to Coney Street)

Every Monday 19:00 – 21:00

Open to all York colleges/universities

Make friends with other students, practise English and learn about British culture

Christian organisation but open to all (they will not try to convert you!)

Chaplaincy and Prayer Rooms

Full time Catholic, Anglican and Methodist chaplains

Part time chaplains and contacts are also available for Islam, Jewish, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Baha’i faiths

Multi-faith prayer rooms are at Wentworth College and Ron Cooke Hub

Muslim prayer room is at Alcuin College with separate rooms for male and female. The door code is available from the Islamic Society

The Quiet Place is near Derwent College and Heslington Hall – door code available from Heslington Hall reception

Tier 4 visa registration

All students holding a visa must have these details copied by their University. This is a legal requirement.

Please go to Registry Services in the Student Administration building on Vanbrugh Walkway next to Market Square

Police

Tony Barge is our main campus police officer. He is very friendly!

You can also call the police station on 101 (non-emergency number).

999 is the emergency number for police, ambulance, fire brigade and coastguard. On campus you can call 3333 (01904 32 3333) for Security Services who will call emergency services for you.

Please note, North Yorkshire police are generally pleasant and want to help students. British police are rarely armed and are not linked to military services.

Hate Crime

York is a very safe city. However:

If you are a victim of Hate Crime, please report it. If you are comfortable telling the police, call 999 if you are being intimidated if it is safe for you to do so. Otherwise, report later when in a safe place. You are welcome to email Louise or Alison if you prefer.

Hate crime includes name-calling, being followed, having objects thrown at you & racist comments.

You may also report this behaviour anonymously in a number of ways:

Through YUSU (York University Students’ Union)

Contact the York Race Equality Network www.yren.co.uk

Report on the True Vision website www.report-it.org.uk/home

Driving & cycling

Cycling You must have front & rear lights on your bike if it is dark You must not cycle on pavements unless you are on a cycle lane There are good deals for cheap bikes in York. See the University transport

web pages at www.york.ac.uk/admin/estates/transport/index.html

Driving You can only drive in the UK if you have a valid driving licence, car insurance

for your vehicle, plus road tax and up-to-date MOT You cannot let your friends drive unless they also have insurance You can use a non-EU driving licence for up to 12 months. If you plan to drive

in the UK for more than 12 months you must obtain a provisional driving licence, pass a driving test, and then apply for a full driving licence.

Post, Storage & Shipping

Post RoomLocated in South car park; 10:00 – 13:30 (weekdays)For sending letters/parcels/suitcases at cheaper rates

YUSU and ISA organise cheap storage in summer holidays www.yusu.org

Or try www.tudorfreight.com

Useful contact details

International Support – www.york.ac.uk/internationalsupport or email international-support@york.ac.uk

Immigration - www.york.ac.uk/immigration or

email immigration@york.ac.uk

UKCISA – UK Council for International Student Affairs. Visit www.ukcisa.org.uk or call 020 7788 9214 Mon to Fri 1-4

An introduction to Equality and Diversity

Equality law in the UK

Celebrating diversity

dignity and respect fair and equal treatment inclusive and welcoming environment

All members of the University community have a role to play

Equality and diversity – what does it mean for you?

Support, guidance and information

Equality and Diversity Office: www.york.ac.uk/admin/eo

The University of York Erasmus Society

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What is Erasmus Society?

• Students helping other students

• Society that organizes activities to support welfare and social interaction

Who are we for?• Erasmus students in York

• Students returning or planning to go on exchange

• Anyone interested in meeting new people, learning about different cultures, tasting new food, etc

What do we do?• Weeky Pub Night on

Tuesdays

• Buddy Scheme

• Film nights

• Food nights

• Nights out

• Trips (not only) for Erasmus students

• Tips about life in York

Why you should join• Get some tips from Erasmus or

returning students

• A chance to practice foreign languages

Meet new people

and have fun! :)

Interested?

• Email: erasmussoc@gmail.com

• Facebook group: Erasmus Soc York 2014/15https://www.facebook.com/groups/erasmusyork/

• Or just come to one of our eventsEvents are free, there is no society fee

THIS TERM:Get involved in our committee!

Academic Skills at YorkLearning Enhancement Team

Enhancing innovation, independence and excellence in learning and teaching

Sources of academic skills support

Your department and supervisor

The Student Skills Hub

- The Writing Centre

- The Maths Skills Centre

- The Academic Integrity resources

- The online Academic Skills Tutorials

https://www.york.ac.uk/student-skills-hub

The Writing Centre

ww.york.ac.uk/writing-centre

Support for all UG and Masters students who wish to develop their writing through drop-in (20mins) and appointments (1 hour)

Maths Skills Centre

www.york.ac.uk/maths-skills-centre/

Help with maths and stats problems via drop-in (20mins) and appointments (1 hour)

Regular postgraduate statistics workshops

Academic Integrity Resources

Compulsory academic integrity tutorial completed on the VLE

Turnitin (text-matching software tool) – department workshops or open workshops with sign-up via the VLE

http://www.york.ac.uk/integrityhttp://www.york.ac.uk/integrity

Academic Integrity Website

http://www.york.ac.uk/integrity/

Guides on referencing styles at York and A to Z examples of citations and references

Academic Skills Tutorials on your VLE

https://www.york.ac.uk/student-skills-hub

Centre for English Language Teaching

Complementary Academic Literacy Modules

Education Social Policy/Social Work

Psychology

ElectronicsLaw

Music

Archaeology

Centre for English Language Teaching

Open Access Academic Literacy Modules

Study Writing

Study Speaking

Grammar in Academic Writing

Centre for English Language Teaching

Open Access Intercultural Communication Modules

International and Intercultural Communication

English as an International LanguageEnglish Language British Life

Centre for English Language Teaching

Consultations

Essays

Dissertations

Theses

Presentations

Dissertation Writing Workshops

Centre for English Language Teaching

www.york.ac.uk/www.york.ac.uk/celtcelt

celt@york.ac.ucelt@york.ac.ukk

Sarah LeachCentre for Global Programmes

The City of York

International Office

City of York

o A brief history of York

o York todayo Shoppingo Eating and drinkingo Cultureo Getting around

International Office

A brief history of York Early history revolves around invasion

Romans Arrived in York nearly 2000 years ago City of Eboracum Fort at rivers meet – Foss and Ouse Layout still visible Stayed 300 years until Roman empire collapsed

Anglo Saxons Arrived in 5th / 6th Centuries from low countries Controlled York for nearly 400 years Capital of Northumbria and centre for culture and learning

Vikings 9th Century invaders from Denmark Renamed city Jorvik and became capital of North of England Coppergate excavations in 1980s – Jorvik Viking Centre

Normans Invaded with William the Conqueror in late 11th Century Renamed York and made it centre for religion, commerce and

government

Pictures Courtesy of:bbc.co.uk,stevelo@bigpond.net.au, MSN Encarta reference,, http://www.ulricianum-aurich.de/lk/index_old.html

Copyright ©York Archaeological Trust 2005 Copyright ©York Archaeological Trust 2005

International Office

Medieval York Norman conquest made York rich York Minster

Largest medieval structure in England and one of finest Gothic cathedrals in world.

Took over 250 years to build Superb view from tower over York

The Shambles most famous street in York originally

butchers shops City Walls

It is the medieval wall that encircles the city today – almost 3 miles around

Bars There are four magnificent ‘bars’ or

ancient gates around the city.

Source: www.salvonet.com/yorkweb/walk/5Source: www.salvonet.com/yorkweb/walk/5

International Office

War of the Roses

15th Century civil war Plantagenet houses of

York and Lancaster Henry Tudor defeated

Richard III at Bosworth Field

Rose window in York Minster shows this union

We have our own War of the Roses!

International Office

Georgian & Victorian York By late 17th Century the city was a centre for

aristocracy and elite 18th York was social capital of north and elegant buildings

added to its attractions York was never industrial unlike many northern cities

– Leeds/ Manchester

– Railway reached York in 1839 – National Rail Museum is largest of its kind in

the world – engines, trains, special exhibitions

– For more history of York visit the Yorkshire Museum / Castle Museum

International Office

York today

Something for everyone – an exciting place to live

City centre and out of town shopping, tourist attractions, cafes, bars, restaurants and riverside walks

City centre Very compact - ideal for shopping. Combines top high street stores with smaller independent shops, catering for everybody’s tastes / needs

Topshop HMV

WHSmith Gap

Marks and Spencer Waterstones

Superdrug H&M

Zara Boots

Shopping

• The City Market– Between the Shambles and Parliament

street– 120 stalls selling wide variety of fruit and

vegetables, cheeses, herbs, fresh fish and meat, clothes and household goods

• Post Offices– Heslington Village– In the city centre, near Bettys

• Supermarkets• Aldi Fulford Road / Monks Cross• Asda Monks Cross• Iceland Fulford Road• Morrisons Foss Islands • Sainsburys Foss Bank (city centre) and Monks Cross plus local stores• Tesco Tadcaster Road and Clifton Moor

Eating and drinking

So many places to eat and drink! Try Fish and Chips and Yorkshire Puddings Betty’s Tea room – special occasions!

International restaurants include:Café Rouge (French)Caesars at the Minster (Italian)La Tasca (Spanish tapas)Bobo Lobos (Latin American) Akhbars(Indian)Kapadokya (Turkish) Wagamama (Japanese) Red Chilli (Chinese)

Pubs and BarsKey social meeting place for many peopleSome pubs are nicer than others

Culture In York:

Theatre Royal and Grand Opera House Cinemas – City Screen, Clifton Moor Live music in pubs and cafes Nightclubs –Mansion (Ziggys), Tokyo,

Club Salvation, Reflex, Kuda (The Gallery)

National Centre for Early Music Street entertainment York Races Tours of York by river, or via open

topped buses with live commentary Private hire ‘red boats’

Culture

Outside York:– Castle Howard, 18th C. Palace in 1000 acres of

parkland – largest stately home in Yorkshire– Yorkshire Coast – Scarborough, Whitby, Filey,

Flamborough Head– North York Moors National Park– North York Moors Railway– Yorkshire Dales National Park– Haworth & Bronte country

Getting around

• BusesBuses

• TaxisTaxis

• TrainsTrains

• CyclingCycling

• ISIC cardISIC card

Making the most of your time

Don’t be afraid to ask College JCR committee / other students Centre for Global Programmes - Derwent Departmental office Central support - Student Support Hub

Join in Societies, clubs, social events, festivals and

activities off-campus

Enjoy yourself!

Health, Safety and Security

Fire Safety Awareness

in partnership with

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Working Together We Can Prevent Fires

Attendance Slip Completion

Residential Fire Safety BriefingPlease hand completed slip to the Fire Safety Team

as you leave the briefing

Accommodation

Student Name Student No

Chris Teeling 24362410

Briefing Date 28 Sep 2014

College Tick Room

Alcuin ☐

J/B/123

Constantine ☐

Derwent ☐

Goodricke ☐

Halifax ☐

James ☐

Langwith ☐

Vanbrugh ☐

Wentworth ☐

Off Campus

You retain the bottom section

as proof of attendance

Hand top section to us

X

Further Advice

University of York – www.york.ac.uk/admin/hsas

North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service - www.northyorksfire.gov.uk/

What are the risks?

•Cold water removes heat from the body 32 times faster than cold air causing cold shock

• Gasping, cramps, inhalation of water, heart attack, stroke and rapid drowning

•Undercurrents can drag you under and keep you under

•Head and Spinal injuries from hidden objects such as rocks, trees and even shopping trolleys!

•Infection from open cuts or swallowing water

River Safety

4 Deaths in River Ouse in 2014

• Fire Triangle

• Ignition - Start

• Fuel - Growth

• Oxygen – Full development

• How long have you got?

Development of Fire

Main causes of Fires (UK)

192,600 Fires in UK in 2012

54% due to cooking 24% due to electrical faults 12% due to candles

350 Deaths

76% in residential properties = 266

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments

NO

NO NO

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments Provide and maintain Detection & Alarm system

Combined Heat and Smoke are fitted in all rooms Unwanted activations caused by steam/aerosols/smoke/Candles Monitored by alarm panel

Manual Call points at final exits Unwanted activations due to malicious behaviour Fitted with cover to prevent accidental activations

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments Provide and maintain Detection & Alarm system Provide suitable means of escape

Corridors Staircases Fire doors Final Exit doors

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments Provide and maintain Detection & Alarm system Provide suitable means of escape Agree Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPS)

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments Provide and maintain Detection & Alarm system Provide suitable means of escape Agree Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPS) Provide Information and Training

Our Responsibilities

Provide a safe environment Undertake Fire Risk Assessments Provide and maintain Detection & Alarm system Provide suitable means of escape Agree Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPS) Provide Information and Training Provide appropriate Fire Fighting Equipment

Provided for use by trained staff only

Smoke Free Policy

No smoking in any University of York building No smoking within 2m of any University of York building

No hanging out of windows, balcony’s etc

Smoking permitted in University Grounds & Open spaces Students are responsible for their visitors / guests E Cigarettes, Shisha pipes, scent sticks etc are NOT PERMITTED

NO NO NO

Penalty Procedures

Penalty procedure in place for : Actions resulting in an alarm Breaches resulting in increased fire risk Intentional or Malicious actions

Penalties (Charges and/or Fines) Verbal warning Fines £50 to £250 per breach Formal written warning Referral to Academic Registrar Charges for damage Charges for NYFRS Callout Eviction from University accommodation

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Barbeques/BBQ

Only in designated sites Safe disposal of charcoal trays No gas powered BBQ permitted

Electrical Safety Equipment in safe working order Never “daisy chain” Portable heaters are NOT permitted Switch off Hair Driers & Straighteners

NO

NO

NO

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Manage risks Not to interfere/abuse Fire Safety Equipment

Fire Extinguishers for trained staff only Never cover detectors Never wedge open fire doors

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Manage risks Not to interfere/abuse Fire Safety Equipment Assist in preventing fires

NONO

NO

NO

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Manage Risks Not to interfere/abuse Fire Safety Equipment Assist in preventing fires Assist in preventing unwanted activations

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Manage Risks Not to interfere/abuse Fire Safety Equipment Assist in preventing fires Assist in prevent unwanted activations Maintain your means of escape

Your Responsibilities

Cooperate with The University of York Manage Risks Not to interfere/abuse Fire Safety Equipment Assist in preventing fires Assist in preventing unwanted activations Maintain your means of escape Evacuate the building on hearing alarm

University Insurance Study Responses

Insurance study – Approximately 500 fires in UK student accommodation per year

Student Responses

66% have cooked after midnight 50% have cooked whilst under the influence of

alcohol or other substances Consider take away on the way home

43% admit drying clothes over portable heaters 24% admit to burning candles or incense

Candles are not permitted

Ignition Sources - Cooking

Keep kitchen doors closed Ensure ventilation is on Keep oven, hob and grills clean and

free from grease and oils Never leave cooking unattended Do NOT cook late at night – consider

a takeaway

Kitchen – most hazardous place in your home

Ignition Sources - Candles

You are not permitted to store candles You are not permitted to use candles You will be subject to the Penalties procedure

Any candle that has been lit irrespective of whether lit at the University or elsewhere

First Offence = £75 (£25 deferred) = £50 fine Second Offence = £100 + (£25 from first offence) = £125 Further Offence = £250

Candles, Incense Burners, Shisha Pipes, Fireworks, E-Cigarettes and Naked Flames are not permitted in University Buildings

NO NO NO

NO

NO

Action – On discovering a Fire

Raise the Alarm Operate Manual Call Point Phone - 3333 Mobile - 01904 32 3333

Do NOT attempt to fight the fire Leave the building by nearest exit Close all doors behind you Report to the Fire Assembly Point

Do NOT return to the building until told to do so.

Action – Hearing the Alarm

Do NOT attempt to fight the fire Leave the building by nearest exit Close all doors behind you Report to the Fire Assembly Point

Do NOT return to the building until told to do so.

Fire Action Notice

Alarm Leave Assembly Possessions Lifts

Penalties

Summary

Your Responsibilities Cooperate with the University Assist in preventing Fire & Activations

No Unattended Cooking No Candles

Do NOT interfere with fire safety systems Maintain your escape route Evacuate immediately on hearing alarm

If in doubt ASK Enjoy your time at York & Stay Safe

Fire Safety TeamExtension 2020http://www.york.ac.uk/admin/hsas/index.html

Be prepared

Languages for All

Orientation Session for International Students

6 January 2015

Languages for All

What is LFA?

A university-wide language programme open to all students and staff in the university.

We offer a range of different language courses to suit your needs (from 3-term assessed courses to conversation classes, languages@lunchtime and work placement courses).

Languages for All

LFA Courses Courses are timetabled in the evening or on Wednesday

afternoon, so they should not clash with classes for your main subject(s).

Levels run from beginners to Year 3 degree standard (levels 1 - 5) Course outlines and further details at www.york.ac.uk/lfa

Languages for All

Languages currently offered French German Spanish Italian Dutch Portuguese Modern Greek Russian Chinese Japanese Arabic Polish Classical Latin Medieval Latin

Courses are run subject to demand in a particular year

Languages for All

Course levels Level 1 – beginners (A1 of the CEFR) Level 1 PLUS – suitable if you have basic language skills or

have completed a beginners course (A1/A2 of the CEFR) Level 2 – intermediate (suitable if you have GCSE or 2-3 years

of previous study). (A2/B1 of the CEFR) Level 2 PLUS – higher intermediate; suitable if you have AS-

Level or equivalent (4-5 years of previous study) (B1/B2 of the CEFR)

Level 3 – advanced: for those with A-Level or equivalent (e.g. 6 years of previous study) (B2 of the CEFR)

Level 4 – for those with 7 years of previous study (B2/C1 of the CEFR)

Level 5 – for those with 8 or more years of previous study (C1/C2 of CEFR)

Languages for All

General LFA Programme

(19-week courses; started in October 2014 and run until June 2015)

These courses focus on all four language skills (speaking, reading, writing and listening) and cover a range of cultural topics which are of general interest to students from a range of departments. Attention is paid to the grammar of the language as well as to communicative skills

Languages for All

Range of materials

During your course, you will use a wide range of materials (audio, video and digitised materials; materials from the Internet; language/grammar handouts, textbooks etc)

Languages for All

LFA Certificate Courses are assessed by end of year examinations. On successful completion of the course, you will be

awarded a certificate. Courses started in October and run over three

terms. If you have prior knowledge of the language, you may join the course for Terms 2 and 3 only (11 weeks plus exam).

Course fee: £82 for Terms 2 and 3.

Languages for All

New courses starting in January 2015 Courses are run subject to demand

languages@lunchtime These courses focus on speaking and listening, and are not assessed; they run at lunchtime for one hour over 8 weeks, starting in Wk 2 (12 January).

Group size: maximum 15 people.

A certificate of attendance is given.

Course fee: £74.

Conversation and CultureIn these courses, you will improve your speaking skills by taking part in pair work and debates on current issues relevant to the culture of the target language.

A certificate of attendance is given.

Group size: maximum 12 people (1.5 hours over 8 weeks)

Courses are run subject to demand;

Course fee: £63.

Languages for All

The following shorter (8-week) courses will be offered during Spring Term:

GERMAN (Beginners Level) @Lunchtime course

Tuesdays 1-2pm (Tue 20 January-Tue 10 March, inclusive) ITALIAN (Beginners Level) @Lunchtime course

Thursdays 1-2pm (Thu 22 January-Thu 12 March, inclusive)

Languages@lunchtime

These courses are aimed at those who wish to focus on speaking and listening skills and have limited time available for language study.

Courses are offered at a variety of levels and involve a one-hour lunchtime session each week.

This course is non-assessed, though a certificate of attendance can be provided to those who complete the course.

Languages for All

Conversation & CultureFRENCH (Advanced Level) Conversation & Culture

Tuesdays 1-2pm (Tue 20 January-Tue 10 March, inclusive)

ITALIAN (Advanced Level) Conversation & CultureFridays 10-11.30am (Fri 23 January-Fri 13 March, inclusive)

LFA Conversation and Culture courses, conducted in the target language, are non-assessed courses which provide an excellent opportunity for those wishing to enhance their language skills and gain confidence in speaking. The

course helps refine conversational skills and gain a deeper understanding of the culture and society of the country.

In small groups (max 12 students) you will be encouraged to participate in pair work, discussions and debates appropriate to your level of command of the language. There will be an emphasis on using modern materials from a variety of media including the Internet. Topics could range from art and literature to cinema and contemporary social

and political developments.

Languages for All

What our students say…

Languages for AllDepartment of Language and Linguistic Science

Emma Mathysse (Year 1 History student) - French Level 1

“I have really enjoyed the lessons, despite being at a lower level, and was made to feel a valuable member of the class… it was genuinely because I thought you were a great teacher that I continued in the class.”

Bartek Wytrzyszczewski (Year 2 Language & Linguistic Science student) - German Level 3

“I enjoy the constant development in all areas of the language – speaking, listening, reading, writing. There is particular attention paid to stuff that we struggle with, meeting individual needs.”

Emma de Jong (Year 1 History of Art student) - Italian for Art Historians

“I am thinking about studying Italian art and when doing research it will be handy to be able to speak the language.”

Sarah Dodds (Year 1 Linguistics student) - Spanish Level 4 and Italian Level 1 

“I wanted to keep up my Spanish from A Level, plus I always wanted to learn Italian but there was never the option at school. In the future I want to travel around Europe, particularly Spain and Italy, so a knowledge of these languages will definitely be useful.”

Claire Hanby (member of public) - Polish Level 1

“At present it is useful as I can converse very basically with Polish people I meet socially. I hope to join the police force and hope Polish may have some use there. I hope to become more fluent and visit Krakow.”