2024 Spring Prospectus

This is an exempted course under the Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. 根據《非本地高等及專業教育(規管)條例》,本課程屬獲豁免課程。 It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格。 These are exempted courses under the Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. 根據《非本地高等及專業教育(規管)條例》,這些課程屬獲豁免課程。 It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which these courses may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認這些課程可令學員獲取的任何資格。 The course operator is applying for exemption under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. 課程主辦人正根據《非本地高等及專業教育(規管)條例》辦理豁免註冊手續。 It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognize any qualification to which this course may lead. 個別僱主可酌情決定是否承認本課程可令學員獲取的任何資格。 224 Languages 語言 European 歐洲語言 Beginners’ Latin Programme Code: OEUR9001 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This course is designed to cater for complete beginners who have an interest in the Latin language. The emphasis will be on developing a basic reading ability but with some oral work in addition. The course will also deal with cultural aspects of the ancient Latin-speaking world, their traditions and way of living. The course is not exam-based. No knowledge of Latin is required though applicants should be competent in English HK$3,650 10 weeks Latin supplemented with a little English where necessary for explanation. Beginners’ Greek Programme Code: OEUR9011 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This course is suitable for anyone who would like to have a short introduction to the language and culture of Greece; whether they intend to use the language on a trip to Greece or are simply interested in learning more about this fascinating country and its heritage. It includes a balance of language of practice and information about the Greek culture. The course will be taught in an interactive fashion for efficient language practice, supplemented with images and authentic texts from Greece today. No knowledge of Greek is required. Applicants should be competent in English. HK$3,650 10 weeks Greek supplemented with a little English where necessary for explanation. Beginners’ Polish Programme Code: OEUR9007 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This course is designed to cater for complete beginners of Polish. The course will offer students a first taste of the language, with a focus on oral communication and basic grammar. The students will practice the language in an interactive class environment, whilst at the same time learning a little about the culture of Poland and its habitants. The course is not exam-based. No knowledge of Polish is required, though applicants should be competent in English. HK$3,650 10 weeks Polish supplemented with a little English where necessary for explanation. Beginners’ Russian Programme Code: OEUR9014 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This is a course for people who have never studied Russian. The focus is on speaking and the atmosphere is relaxed. Participants will be given a first taste of the language and they learn some essential words and phrases to greet people, ask about nationality, count and order food and drink. They will also begin to learn the Russian alphabet. The course is not exam-based. No knowledge of Russian is required, though applicants should be competent in English. HK$3,650 10 weeks Russian supplemented with a little English where necessary for explanation. Beginners' Swedish Programme Code: OEUR9032 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This course is designed to cater for complete beginners of the Swedish language. The course will offer students a first taste of Swedish, focusing on oral communication, basic grammar and lexicon. The students will practise the language in an interactive class environment, whilst at the same time learning a little about the culture of Sweden and its habitants. The course is not exam-based. Why Swedish? - It’s a key to Scandinavian languages and Northern Europe - Sweden is a one of the top 10 happiest countries along with some other Northern European countries - Sweden is a mecca for interior design and fashion lovers - Strong prominence around the world with different famous brands in various fields such as furniture and clothing. No knowledge of Swedish is required, though applicants should be competent in English. HK$3,350 10 weeks Swedish supplemented with a little English where absolutely necessary for explanation. DIY Swedish - Learning Swedish through Art Programme Code: OEUR9031 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This course is designed to let students learn some simple Swedish words and phrases through the process of simple art making (clay/ painting). Students can gain some exposure to the Swedish culture and design while having a first taste of the northern European language. They can bring home the DIY art products and add some Northern European flair to their home décor. Why Swedish? - It’s a key to Scandinavian languages and Northern Europe - Sweden is a one of the top 10 happiest countries along with some other Northern European countries - Sweden is a mecca for interior design and fashion lovers - Strong prominence around the world with different famous brands in various fields such as furniture and clothing. No knowledge of Swedish is required, though applicants should be competent in English. HK$900 2 weeks Swedish supplemented with a little English where absolutely necessary for explanation. Online Beginners’ Finnish 1 Programme Code: OEUR9035 S 2975 5681 almond.chan@hkuspace.hku.hk This real-time online course is designed to cater for complete beginners of Finnish. The course will offer students a first taste of the language, focusing on oral communication, basic grammar and lexicon. The students will practise the language in an interactive way, whilst at the same time learning a little about the culture of Finland and its habitants. The course is not exam-based. Why Finnish? - Finnish is one of the official languages of Finland as well as the European Union; - This Uralic language can broaden your horizon and bring you a new world perspective; - Finnish is easier than many other European languages with its gender neutrality, absence of future tense and straightforward pronunciation system; - Finland has been the happiest country in the world since 2018, according to the World Happiness Reports; - Finland features one of the best higher education systems in the world with nine universities ranking among the top 3%; - Strong prominence around the world with different famous brands in various fields such as electronics and design. No knowledge of Finnish is required though applicants should be competent in English. HK$3,350 10 weeks Finnish supplemented with a little English where absolutely necessary for explanation.

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