At the UNSW Institute of Languages in Sydney, study a course in:

Arabic (Modern Standard), Italian, French, Spanish, German, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Portuguese (Brazilian)

Our courses are for people interested in learning to speak a language for business, travel and tourism, and cultural interest, as well as for people who wish to maintain their level of fluency.



Features of our language courses
We integrate active communication skills with the grammatical structure of the language. Students develop proficiency in the language by using it in realistic situations and enjoyable activities. Awareness of cross-cultural communication is also addressed as this is an important factor in language learning.

* Can I still join a class after the term has begun?
Wherever possible we accommodate students in our existing classes. If you are a beginner we suggest you enroll within the first three weeks of a part time course.

For more information please email: modern.languages@languages.unsw.edu.au


Term Dates 2008

• Summer Intensive Program 
  14 - 31 January 2008  (3 weeks) in the morning, afternoon or evening View Timetable
  
• Evening Program Part-time
  Duration: one evening per week for 9 weeks
  Times: 6.15 – 8.15pm
  Term 1: 11 February - 14 April View Timetable
  Term 2: 28 April - 30 June View Timetable
  Term 3: 28 July –24 September View Timetable
  Term 4: 13 October – 10 December View Timetable
  
  
• Morning Classes Part-time
  Duration: two mornings per week for 9 sessions (4.5 weeks).
  Times: 10am to 12.00 noon x 9 sessions
  Languages and levels: French 1A & 1B, Japanese 1A & 1B, Mandarin 1A & 1Band Spanish 1A, 1B & 2
  
  Term 1 - 18 February to 19 March 2008 View Timetable
  Term 2 - 28 April to 26 May 2008 View timetable
  Term 3 - 28 July to 25 August View timetable
  Term 4 - dates to be advised

Rescheduling Classes
We reschedule classes only in case of a teacher's illness or delay in the starting date. Please ask your teacher for details.

Public Hoolidays
Summer Intensive Program: Classes will not run on public holidays.
Part-Time Morning or Evening Program: There will be no class held on public holidays but the lessons are rescheduled.

Level
Please consult the Level Guide for a general course description. For more information on specific languages and a course outline, please contact the Modern Languages Admissions officer at: modern.languages@languages.unsw.edu.au.

If you are enrolled in a class which is too easy or too challenging, ask your teacher about moving to a different level. We will accommodate all requests provided the level is available and there are places available in the class.

Confirmation of Enrolment
We normally confirm classes 1 week before the commencement of term for the more popular languages (e.g. Spanish 1A, Mandarin 1A, Italian 1A and Japanese 1A).

For the other languages, we normally confirm classes 3 days before the start of term.  

Your application will be considered as an actual enrolment only after we receive your payment details. Without this information, we cannot guarantee your place in the course.

Class Size
The minimum class size is 10 and the maximum is 20. The average class size is 12.

Certifcates
To receive a Certificate of Attendance you must attend at least 80% of a course. Qantas Flight Attendants, Tour Guides or others unable to attend a part of the course will also receive a Certificate of attendance provided they inform the teacher in advance of their intended absence and complete all recommended self-study to keep up with the course.

Certificates are handed out during the last lesson.

Attendance
To develop and maintain fluency in the language, you should attend every class and complete your homework.  If you cannot attend, please phone the office on 9385 0374 or 9385 0375 and we will let your teacher know.  If work reasons prevent you from attending part of the course, please inform your teacher in advance in order to ensure you keep up with the program.  Teachers are normally able to give you advice on what to study if they have notice.

Replacement Certificates
If you require a replacement Certificate, please contact the Modern Languages Administration Officer. A $50 charge will apply. Certificates are not available for courses completed more than 3 years ago.

Exams and Assessment
There are no formal exams during the course, but if you require an assessment of your proficiency level, please contact the Head of Modern Languages Department.

Feedback facility
Your feedback is valuable to us. If you have some concerns about your class, feel free to discuss your thoughts with your teacher, with the Modern Languages Administration Officer or with the Head of Department.

We also encourage students to give us feedback on our courses either via the Course Feedback Form which is distributed in class during the course and at the end of the course or via email glorial@languages.unsw.edu.au, fax 02-9399 5420 or phone 02-9385 0374.

Wheelchair access or special needs.
Please contact our office for more information on access to the classrooms or to parking.

Parking
Free parking is possible in King Street and other neighbouring streets. If you have a UNSW parking permit you may park on campus.  If you don’t have a permit, you may park in a “Pay & Display 2P” ticket bay or in the “All Day Pay & Display” bays. Tickets are available from E-spot through the Security Services Department at Kensington.

For more information, please phone 9385 6849 or email e-spot@unsw.edu.au. E-spot is open Mon- Fri from 8am to 4:30pm.

Help Point
The Help Point is the blue pole located near the fire escape and loading zone area at the Randwick Campus and has a direct line to University Security. It can be used 24 hours a day for emergency, escorts to cars, bus stops and a direct line for a taxi service.

Course Fees 2008

* Please note that course fees do not include text books

Conditions of Enrolment

1. Courses are open to anyone 16 years and over.
2. Your enrolment is accepted only after we receive your full course fee. If your enrolment is not accompanied by a full payment, we will not consider it to be a valid enrolment.
3. If your first preference is unavailable, we will automatically enrol you in your second preference.
4. Courses will start with a minimum of 10 enrolments. We reserve the right to cancel courses as necessary if there are insufficient enrolments. No claim may be made by the student against the Institute of Languages in respect of any consequential or indirect loss or expense incurred as a result of class cancellations. If we cancel a course, we will refund your fees in full within 4 weeks.
5. Please select your course carefully. We will refund or transfer your fees only if we cancel the course or if you withdraw in writing at least 10 working days before the start of the course; if you withdraw, a $50 administration fee will apply.
6. If your credit card is declined or if you have provided incorrect credit card details, we reserve the right to charge you an additional $30 for Admin. Fees.
7. Refunds and transfers to another term are not available once the term has commenced. We cannot refund or transfer your fees if there are changes in your personal circumstances, work commitments or for any other reasons beyond our control.
8. Credit notes are only granted in exceptional circumstances such as a serious and extended illness, and only if accompanied by a doctor's letter.
9. You may transfer to a different course in the same term provided there is a place available.

Location of Classes
All classes are held in Building R14, 22 King Street, Randwick. (Building R14 is the first building on the right as you come through the gates).

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