Global Graduate Award in Languages at University of Surrey

The Global Graduate Award (GGA) in Languages at University of Surrey offers courses in various languages such as Arabic, Mandarin, French, German, and more. Students can enhance their skills and employability through these language programs, which are not compulsory but provide valuable co-curricular credits. The program includes different language levels and focuses on practical learning with experienced teachers. Success in the program involves regular attendance, independent study, and online assessments covering listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Choose a language based on personal interests, travel, career goals, and availability.

• Global Graduate Award
• University of Surrey
• Languages
• Language Program
• Employability

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1. Global Graduate Award (GGA) Languages Dr Estefan a Yunes Vincke Programme Director

2. Global Graduate Awards Courses available Global Graduate Award in Sustainability Global Graduate Award in Languages Aims & objectives To gain knowledge and skills beyond your main degree programme To further increase your employability To enhance mobility #uniofsurrey 2

3. Global Graduate Awards General features For all Surrey students 1 module per academic year Sustainability OR one of 11 languages At every level of your studies Not compulsory and not part of your main degree 15 co-curricular credits for students enrolled on taught programmes Certificates for PGR students Free of charge #uniofsurrey 3

4. Global Graduate Award in Languages Arabic (MSA) British Sign Language (BSL) Chinese (Mandarin) French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Russian Spanish #uniofsurrey 4

5. How do I choose a language? Family, friends, travel, culture University exchanges Professional Training Year Employment Availability of desired language and level #universityofsurrey 5

6. Languages and levels 2019-20 Stage 1 (A1) Stage 2 (A1+/A2) Stage 3(A2/B1) Stage 4 (B1/B1+) Stage 5 (B2) Arabic BSL Chinese French German Italian Japanese Korean Portuguese Russian Spanish #universityofsurrey 6

7. How will I learn the language? 19 weeks over 2 semesters 2 contact hours a week via Zoom Communicative & practical Experienced teachers, native or near-native speakers #universityofsurrey 7

8. How do I succeed? Attend classes regularly Do not miss more than 6 language classes per year Set aside independent study time outside contact hours (2 - 3 hours per week) Attend the two online assessments covering the four skills of listening, reading, speaking, and writing (for BSL: receptive and productive skills) #universityofsurrey 8

9. Points to consider Language and level Timetable Workload & Commitment HE Achievement Reports / PGR certificates #universityofsurrey 9

10. Where can I get advice? Website: www.surrey.ac.uk/ggalanguages Email: gga.languages@surrey.ac.uk Advice from tutors via Zoom Wednesday 22nd September 14.00 16.00 Thursday 23rd September 09.00 11.00 Please check the FAQ before seeking advice! #universityofsurrey 10

11. How do I apply? Online at https://magic.surrey.ac.uk/gga/servlet/SignIn Enrolment is open Mon 20th September, 09.00, to Thursday 23rd September, 16.00 Please read the Programme Regulations carefully before submitting your application #universityofsurrey 11

12. When do classes start? Week commencing Monday 4th October Check Timetable online Confirmation email Do not miss the first session! Other language learning options? #universityofsurrey 12

13. UTalk FREE access to the language learning app uTalk. Over 25 languages Works on and off campus, and offline too! To access the app: #universityofsurrey 13

14. Evening Language Courses Mondays to Thursdays: 7 8.30 pm 9 languages 36 contact hours per level, all online Often same tutors as GGA, mostly same course books No assessments, no attendance policy Not free-of-charge but student discounts available https://www.surrey.ac.uk/evening-language-classes #universityofsurrey 14

15. Language and Culture Exchange Scheme https://study.surrey.ac.uk/study-support/language #universityofsurrey 15

16. Thank you Any questions? Check the FAQ #uniofsurrey 16

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