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Thursday 26 January 2023

09:00
Atlas.ti (1 of 6) Finished 09:00 - 10:30 SSRMP pre-recorded lecture(s) on Moodle

This course provides an introduction to the management and analysis of qualitative data using Atlas.ti. It is divided between pre-recorded lectures, in which you’ll learn the relevant strategies and techniques, and hands-on live practical sessions in Zoom, in which you will learn how to analyse qualitative data using the software.

The sessions will introduce participants to the following:

  • consideration of the advantages and limitations of using qualitative analysis software
  • setting-up a research project in Atlas.ti
  • use of Atlas.ti's menus and tool bars
  • importing and organising data
  • starting data analysis using Atlas.ti’s coding tools
  • exploring data using query and visualization tools

Please note: Atlas.ti for Mac will not be covered.

Welcome to New Staff Finished 09:00 - 12:00 Magdalene College, Cripps Court, Auditorium


The University of Cambridge is committed to effective induction for all new members of staff. In addition to the welcome and induction you will receive in your institution, you are warmly invited to take part in the University’s two-stage induction.

The first stage comprises the University’s Induction Online programme. This web resource is a quick and easy way for you to learn all about what it is like to work here as well as understand your role and responsibilities. It provides key information to help you:

  • settle into your new role quickly
  • orientate yourself in your first few weeks at the University
  • integrate into the University
  • understand how the University works


The second stage is a Welcome to New Staff presentation event, hosted by Personal and Professional Development (PPD). The Welcome event aims to provide a broad introduction to all University staff, providing information about the University to enable you to get the most out of your time here. The event comprises:

  • A welcome and introduction to the University from a senior member of the University
  • A presentation providing an update on the University’s response to supporting staff during this pandemic, working from home, returning or continuing to work at the University
  • A presentation on the benefits of being part of the University of Cambridge
CULP: Chinese (Mandarin) Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 09:00 - 11:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

09:30
Virtual - GL 2: Reporting in the General Ledger (1 of 2) Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Via MS Teams

This course provides users the opportunity to run General Ledger reports and how to interpret them when managing departmental funds.

CULP: French Basic for Academic Purposes (LAP) (9 of 15) Finished 09:30 - 11:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

Using close reading and translation of academic texts from their particular discipline, this weekly class is intended to help research students in the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences to develop their skills in reading French documents that they have come across or may meet in their research.

The course aims to develop strategies for reading longer texts faster through close analysis, grammatical and stylistic commentary, and translation. For example, literary texts with differing editions, stories with two or more translations into English that need to be compared and evaluated, poems of challenging originality or range of allusion.

Classes will be conducted in English, but there will be many opportunities to use French and practise reading aloud.

For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

CULP: Mandarin Chinese Intermediate for Business new (12 of 20) Finished 09:30 - 11:30 Judge Business School, W4.06

This course is designed for students and staff of the Judge Business School at Cambridge University, who have prior knowledge of Mandarin Chinese and wish to learn how to better communicate with native Chinese speakers in business settings.

For the language elements, the course is focused on key business communications in four areas: Present yourself and your business; establish business relations; business work and travel; and promote your business.

Another element of the course is to equip students to communicate effectively in the Chinese business context, through gaining a good understanding of Chinese company culture through industry case studies.

More information can be found on our website.

Theory of Change Workshop new Finished 09:30 - 11:00 Student Services Centre, Exams Hall, Room AG03a

NB: if you would like to join this session remotely, please let us know in the special requirements of your booking and we can send you a Microsoft Teams link.

This hybrid session will cover the basics of an underpinning Theory of Change for access & participation interventions and focus on worked examples. It will also involve playing the Changebusters game developed by Advance HE, which aims to develop your understanding of the concepts by developing a hypothetical theory of change.

In this session we will discuss together how to get your mentoring relationship off to a good start, how to build trust with your mentee and build your confidence as a mentor. We will also touch on how to overcome any obstacles in the mentoring relationship.

10:00
CULP: Italian Basic for Academic Purposes (LAP) (9 of 19) Finished 10:00 - 11:30 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

This course will start at Basic level and move quickly through the basics of Italian grammar. Students with some background in the Italian language (Intermediate level) are most welcome to join the group in January (Lent term) when we start reading more complex, original texts.

Using close reading and translation of academic texts from their particular discipline, this weekly class is intended to help research students in the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences to develop their skills in reading Italian documents that they have come across or may meet in their research.

Students will be encouraged to bring along their own texts and work in pairs to enhance the learning experience. For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

We’ll be looking at the what, why and how of public engagement and introducing you to ways to plan an effective public engagement project. Topics:  The what: definitions of public engagement, who are the public, what activities count as engagement, what are the goals?  The why: University commitment to PE, REF, Funders  The how: the Logic Model approach to planning PE, practical considerations, moving engagement online and opportunities at the University.

This course will be led by Dr Lucinda Spokes, Head of Public Engagement.

10:30
Atlas.ti (2 of 6) Finished 10:30 - 12:00 SSRMP Zoom

This course provides an introduction to the management and analysis of qualitative data using Atlas.ti. It is divided between pre-recorded lectures, in which you’ll learn the relevant strategies and techniques, and hands-on live practical sessions in Zoom, in which you will learn how to analyse qualitative data using the software.

The sessions will introduce participants to the following:

  • consideration of the advantages and limitations of using qualitative analysis software
  • setting-up a research project in Atlas.ti
  • use of Atlas.ti's menus and tool bars
  • importing and organising data
  • starting data analysis using Atlas.ti’s coding tools
  • exploring data using query and visualization tools

Please note: Atlas.ti for Mac will not be covered.

A short briefing for anyone who wishes to use X-ray generators at Department of Physics, University of Cambridge. Required before attending hands-on training on specific X-ray equipment and part of registrations as "Ionising Radiation User" (for details see this page).

11:00
CULP: French Intermediate 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 11:00 - 13:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At intermediate 2 level, the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

More detailed information is available on our website.

11:30
CULP: German Basic (total beginners) for Academic Purposes (LAP) - PRIMARILY FOR CLASSICISTS (9 of 15) Finished 11:30 - 13:00 Faculty of Classics, Room 1.11

PLEASE NOTE: This course is PRIMARILY FOR CLASSICISTS.

This weekly class is intended to help research students in the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences to develop their skills in reading German documents they need to deal with in their research. Each session will be divided into two parts:

The first part will consist of grammar, tasks to develop insight into the reading process, help with dealing with complex sentence structures, academic conventions, abbreviations, etc.

The second part will be devoted to the translation of original German texts from different periods and covering a range of topics. Each week you will be asked to attempt a translation into English of a German passage. Students will be encouraged to bring along German texts from their own research to translate.

For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

CULP: French Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 11:30 - 13:30 Zoom Video Communication Software

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

More detailed information is available on our website.

12:00
Data Champions Forum January 2023 new Finished 12:00 - 14:00 The Triangle Building, Cambridge University Press & Assessment

Please join us for the first forum of 2023. The forum will be hybrid, with online attendees joining via Zoom. Please book your place via this page if you will be attending in person. If you would like to attend virtually, please register for the Zoom meeting using the link sent by email.

The theme of the January forum is Qualitative Data. We will discuss the various challenges of working with qualitative data via short talks and discussion. In addition, there will be programme updates and opportunities to network with other Data Champions over lunch.

The venue for this forum is S-G1 & 2 at the Cambridge University Press and Assessment site (The Triangle)

How to find the Triangle Building https://www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/images/473499-directions-to-triangle.pdf

Lunch will be provided at the forum. Please ensure you let us know of any dietary needs or intolerances in this UTBS booking form.

Places are limited for the live event, so please book as soon as possible. Equally, please cancel as soon as possible, should you no longer be able to attend.

Bookings for this event need to be approved as it is designed specifically for members of the Data Champion Programme.

Medicine: Writing for Publication (for University and NHS) Finished 12:00 - 13:00 Cambridge University Libraries Online

A course designed to take you step-by-step through academic writing and publication, with tips and resources to make writing up as simple as possible. The course will demystify the peer-review process, and help you to improve the precision and clarity of your academic writing.

UPDATE: Please note that this session is taking place remotely, not in the Medical Library as previously advertised. Please do not go to the Medical Library training room. You will be contacted by the training team with information about how to join the session remotely.

Please note: this session may be recorded. By signing up for the session, you register your consent for recording to take place. Please email librarytraining@medschl.cam.ac.uk if you have any questions about this.

12:30
CULP: German Basic 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 12:30 - 14:30 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

More detailed information is available on our website.

JTC: Intermediate Spanish Conversation Hours charged (1 of 6) Finished 12:30 - 13:30 Language Centre, Teaching Room 3

If you are an intermediate level learner and would like the chance to improve your speaking skills in a relaxed and informal setting, then this opportunity might interest you.

Come along and take it in turns to choose a conversation topic of personal interest each week. This could be one that's familiar to you but you want to practise more. Devise 4-5 questions to get the conversation started. Example topics could be holidays, food, traditions or hobbies. **If you are at the stage where you would like to discuss newspaper articles/current affairs, please attend the Advanced Conversation Hour.**

Receive feedback on your pronunciation and accuracy, and try stretching yourself further.

Suitable for those who have completed an intermediate 1 Spanish CULP course or those who have a B1 level in the CEFR.

If the course is already 'in progress' please click on 'register your interest' in order to book a place.

13:00
Development & Alumni Relations: Staff Review and Development (in person) new Finished 13:00 - 14:00 Development and Alumni Relations: Great Ouse

The Staff Review and Development (SRD) process provides the opportunity for you to engage in a constructive discussion with your line manager about your current and future work and your personal and career development.

Join Bukky for this informal session which will cover an overview of the process, practical advice and useful reminders of good practice to help you to make the most of SRD. The session is a chance to consider how you can prepare for a constructive and meaningful discussion, and ask any questions you may have.

JTC: Intermediate French Conversation Hour : Via Zoom (1 of 6) Finished 13:00 - 14:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

Please note that the Conversation Hours will be delivered online

If you are an intermediate level learner and would like the chance to improve your speaking skills in a relaxed and informal setting, then this opportunity might interest you.

Come along and take it in turns to choose a conversation topic of personal interest each week. This could be one that's familiar to you but you want to practise more. Devise 4-5 questions to get the conversation started. Example topics could be holidays, food, traditions or hobbies. **If you are at the stage where you would like to discuss newspaper articles/current affairs, please attend the Advanced Conversation Hour.**

Receive feedback on your pronunciation and accuracy, and try stretching yourself further.

Suitable for those who have completed an intermediate 1 French CULP course or those who have a B1 level in the CEFR.

If the course is already 'in progress' please click on 'register your interest' in order to book a place.

14:00

The Finance Division values the professionalism and commitment of its members and therefore encourages all staff to develop their skills and knowledge. This short session will outline for you the Division’s policy on training and development, as well as highlighting resources from across the University that you can utilise.

CULP: German Intermediate 2 for Academic Purposes (LAP) - primarily for Classicists (9 of 15) Finished 14:00 - 15:30 Faculty of Classics, Room 2.03

PLEASE NOTE: This course is PRIMARILY FOR CLASSICISTS.

This weekly class is intended to help research students in the Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences to develop their skills in reading German documents they need to deal with in their research. Each session will be divided into two parts:

The first part will consist of grammar, tasks to develop insight into the reading process, help with dealing with complex sentence structures, academic conventions, abbreviations, etc.

The second part will be devoted to the translation of original German texts from different periods and covering a range of topics. Each week you will be asked to attempt a translation into English of a German passage. Students will be encouraged to bring along German texts from their own research to translate.

For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

This is one session in a series of structured workshops to help develop our future People Strategy

  • Workshop 1: This session will focus on Academic and Research Staff and will take place on Thursday 26 January 2023 from 14:00 – 15:30.
  • Communication Skills Coaching: Making an Impact (One-to-One) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 N/A - MS Teams

    Communicating clearly and being engaging can be challenging in any work environment. Doing so remotely can be even more difficult. Whether you’re teaching, leading meetings or preparing for an interview, this session will provide you with constructive feedback and tips to refine your speaking style, get your points across, and increase your personal impact. Coaching will “zoom in” on the areas you need to focus on, address any concerns you may have about your communication skills, and help you shape and deliver your message with clarity and confidence.

    Participants may also find it useful to complete the Presentation Skills online module

    Please only book one session. This booking page may be used to book a follow-up session for additional support, through mutual agreement with the trainer.

    Finding What You Need new (1 of 2) Finished 14:00 - 15:00 West Hub, South Room

    Literature searching from the beginning. Perfect for undergraduate students or for anyone who wants a refresher of the initial process of how to plan and do a literature search and why it is important.

    Booking not essential, but to guarantee your place please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/finding-what-you-need-tickets-506524246657

    If you have any questions please contact techlib@lib.cam.ac.uk.

    14:15
    Laser Safety for Class 3B and 4 Laser Users and Research Supervisors Finished 14:15 - 16:45 Department of Biochemistry, Thomas Lecture Theatre

    This course is an essential component of training for new laser users, which should be backed up by practical training in departments.

    The course may be suitable for users of other classes of lasers, depending on the risk, but please discuss this with your Laser Safety Officer first.

    14:30
    CULP: French Intermediate 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 14:30 - 16:30 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At intermediate 1 level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    More detailed information is available on our website.

    Orientation tour: University Library [West Road] Finished 14:30 - 15:30 University Library

    The UL is unique: a national, legal deposit library with an amazing collection of around 8 million items - over two million of which you can browse on our open shelves. If that sounds a bit daunting, why not come on a brief orientation tour to help you find your way around? We’ll even tell you what we keep in the famous Library tower ...

    Please note this tour does not cover the University's vast electronic and digital collections: to find out more about using these, please see check for courses on our timetable or ask a member of Library staff for help.

    15:00
    CULP: Spanish Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 15:00 - 17:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 1

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: German Basic 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 15:00 - 17:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    More detailed information is available on our website.

    Postdoc Academy Course: Being for Beginners new (2 of 6) Finished 15:00 - 16:00 Online

    Do you sometimes feel worn down or worked up? Would you like to develop habits that help you navigate life with greater confidence and happiness?

    This course is designed specifically for researchers to explore tools for enhancing self-awareness, managing stress and unwanted thoughts, and embracing enjoyment and positive change.

    It provides guided opportunities to think about:

    • how we relate to our body, thoughts and feelings
    • finding connection with others, nature and time
    • practical ways to change our habits and patterns of thinking.

    The six workshops explore concepts from various traditions and provide opportunities for focused self-reflection, enhanced using meditation skills.

    These skills are for complete beginners and provide new approaches for those with more experience. No previous experience is required.

    Communication Skills Coaching: Making an Impact (One-to-One) Finished 15:00 - 16:00 N/A - MS Teams

    Communicating clearly and being engaging can be challenging in any work environment. Doing so remotely can be even more difficult. Whether you’re teaching, leading meetings or preparing for an interview, this session will provide you with constructive feedback and tips to refine your speaking style, get your points across, and increase your personal impact. Coaching will “zoom in” on the areas you need to focus on, address any concerns you may have about your communication skills, and help you shape and deliver your message with clarity and confidence.

    Participants may also find it useful to complete the Presentation Skills online module

    Please only book one session. This booking page may be used to book a follow-up session for additional support, through mutual agreement with the trainer.

    15:15
    CULP: Portuguese Basic for Academic Purposes (LAP) (9 of 23) Finished 15:15 - 16:45 Centre of Latin American Studies, Alison Richard Building Room 204

    These Portuguese reading courses are designed for researchers, graduate students and staff who have a particular interest in Latin American, Brazilian, Portuguese or Lusophone language, culture and heritage.

    They offer linguistic tools that will enable students to comprehend complex texts and produce critical readings and interpretations.

    The classes are going to be conducted primarily in English, even though there will be plenty of opportunity for oral and listening practice. The courses feature a listening and speaking component as to prepare student to conduct field work in Portuguese.

    The Basic course does not require any knowledge of the language while the prerequisite for the Intermediate course is a CEFR A2 level. The courses offer the possibility of progression and Basic students are strongly encouraged to continue with the Intermediate course.

    Please note that these courses are attended by a number of very able, Spanish speaking students of Latin American studies and that the class dynamics are likely to be fast paced. For the rest of the students this might be challenging but also very rewarding and conducive to sound progress.

    The courses will start from a Basic level and will aim at:

    • Solidifying strategies of reading of academic texts;
    • Recognition of the compositional structures of the texts;
    • Recognition of basic use of Portuguese grammar units The students will be asked to perform weekly readings of a wide variety of texts.

    Alongside that, they will be requested to do grammar exercises related to the basic structures of the language, such as verbs and their complements.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    16:00
    CULP: Arabic Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 16:00 - 18:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: Russian Basic 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 16:00 - 18:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence. At a basic 2 level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    More detailed information is available from the Language Centre.

    CULP: French Advanced charged (9 of 15) Finished 16:00 - 18:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

    With effect from August 2022 CULP Advanced level students will be included in the population for the HESA student return. We obtain much of the information required via the annual student registration exercise. CULP students, who are not currently following another course of study, will receive an email inviting them to complete Registration. At the start of the student registration process there is further information about the data collection for statutory purposes and the relevant privacy notices from the University and HESA.

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At advanced level the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

    One of the aims of the advanced level courses is also presentation skills as the courses aim to cater to the academic needs (i.e. research, conferences) of the students.

    More detailed information is available on our website.

    NB: Advanced courses are official, award-bearing University qualifications.

    Please also note that the certificates and transcripts are usually issued in July.

    CULP: Chinese (Mandarin) Through Poetry and Songs new charged (2 of 15) CANCELLED 16:00 - 18:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    This course is designed for students whose Chinese level is at about CEFR A1+ or A2, ideally suited to those students who have completed the CULP Chinese Basic 2 course or have taken Chinese at GCSE Level. No particular musical ability is required.

    Communication Skills Coaching: Making an Impact (One-to-One) Finished 16:00 - 17:00 N/A - MS Teams

    Communicating clearly and being engaging can be challenging in any work environment. Doing so remotely can be even more difficult. Whether you’re teaching, leading meetings or preparing for an interview, this session will provide you with constructive feedback and tips to refine your speaking style, get your points across, and increase your personal impact. Coaching will “zoom in” on the areas you need to focus on, address any concerns you may have about your communication skills, and help you shape and deliver your message with clarity and confidence.

    Participants may also find it useful to complete the Presentation Skills online module

    Please only book one session. This booking page may be used to book a follow-up session for additional support, through mutual agreement with the trainer.

    17:00
    CULP: Japanese Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: Portuguese Intermediate 1 for Academic Purposes (LAP) (9 of 23) Finished 17:00 - 18:30 Centre of Latin American Studies, Alison Richard Building Room 204

    These Portuguese reading courses are designed for researchers, graduate students and staff who have a particular interest in Latin American, Brazilian, Portuguese or Lusophone language, culture and heritage.

    They offer linguistic tools that will enable students to comprehend complex texts and produce critical readings and interpretations.

    The classes are going to be conducted primarily in English, even though there will be plenty of opportunity for oral and listening practice. The courses feature a listening and speaking component as to prepare student to conduct field work in Portuguese.

    The Basic course does not require any knowledge of the language while the prerequisite for the Intermediate course is a CEFR A2 level. The courses offer the possibility of progression and Basic students are strongly encouraged to continue with the Intermediate course.

    Please note that these courses are attended by a number of very able, Spanish speaking students of Latin American studies and that the class dynamics are likely to be fast paced. For the rest of the students this might be challenging but also very rewarding and conducive to sound progress.

    The courses will start from a Basic level and will aim at:

    • Solidifying strategies of reading of academic texts;
    • Recognition of the compositional structures of the texts;
    • Recognition of basic use of Portuguese grammar units The students will be asked to perform weekly readings of a wide variety of texts.

    Alongside that, they will be requested to do grammar exercises related to the basic structures of the language, such as verbs and their complements.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: German Advanced Plus charged (9 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The concept underpinning this course is one of fostering the learning of higher Advanced German language through listening (mainly films), reading (mainly literature), speaking and writing (both film and literature).

    Every session will offer a choice of extracts either from the German* literary canon or from critically acclaimed films, or indeed both, which illustrate the session’s theme. These passages will be analysed by means of listening, reading and communicative exercises and will lead to a discussion about their aesthetic, wider cultural, historical and political implications and relevance today.

    More detailed information is available from the Language Centre website.

    CULP: Spanish Basic 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: Spanish Intermediate 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 1

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At intermediate 2 level, the focus shifts slightly towards reading and writing whilst still offering plenty an opportunity for oral communication. The syllabus is more topical and the contents feature many a cultural, historical, political and current affairs theme. While the grammar is analysed within a context, explicit grammar instruction becomes an integral part of the course.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: Chinese (Mandarin) Through Poetry and Songs new charged (9 of 15) POSTPONED 17:00 - 19:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    This course is designed for students whose Chinese level is at about CEFR A1+ or A2, ideally suited to those students who have completed the CULP Chinese Basic 2 course or have taken Chinese at GCSE Level. No particular musical ability is required.

    JTC: Advanced Portuguese Conversation Hours: Via Zoom new charged (1 of 6) Finished 17:00 - 18:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    Please note that the Conversation Hours will be delivered online

    This conversation hour offers learners with an independent conversational ability (B2/C1 level upwards) a chance to practice speaking Portuguese with others in a relaxed and informal group led by a native-speaker facilitator. The content of the sessions is decided by the participants, with members taking turns to propose a topic and source materials (newspaper articles, web links, videos etc.) to use as a basis for discussion. The groups are ideal for those who wish to retain or improve upon the language skills they already have or for those studying for a language degree who would like another forum for interaction at advanced level.

    Participants from Portuguese Advanced CULP are warmly invited to attend the Portuguese Conversation Hour.

    If the course is already 'in progress' please click on 'register your interest' in order to book a place.

    CULP: Ancient Greek Basic 1 new charged (2 of 15) Finished 17:00 - 19:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    This course is appropriate for absolute beginners (ab initio learners) with no knowledge of Ancient Greek. Those with a knowledge of Modern Greek are welcome to attend but may find the pace a little slow.

    More detailed information is available from the Language Centre website.

    ADTIS In-Sessional - Written Communication new Finished 17:00 - 18:30 Language Centre, Teaching Room 3

    This workshop offers an overview of effective approaches in various genres of written communication, hopefully offering insights which will improve your day-to-day communicative writing in a variety of contexts. If you have ever struggled with writing an email or a formal letter, this might be the workshop for you.

    We will discuss appropriate levels of formality, as well as the structure and layout of different types of writing and what is appropriate for particular occasions, in both emails and written letters.

    JTC: Speaking practice for learners of Portuguese : VIA ZOOM Finished 17:00 - 17:20 Zoom Video Communication Software

    Speaking practice with a Portuguese native-speaker volunteer via Zoom communication software.

    17:20
    JTC: Speaking practice for learners of Portuguese : VIA ZOOM Finished 17:20 - 17:40 Zoom Video Communication Software

    Speaking practice with a Portuguese native-speaker volunteer via Zoom communication software.

    17:30
    JTC: Advanced English Conversation Hours charged (1 of 6) Finished 17:30 - 18:30 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Advanced Conversation Hours are a great way to practice the spoken English of academic discussion and debate. They are suitable for learners comfortable in spoken interaction at level C1 and above. The weekly sessions encourage a relaxed and fun approach to communication designed to both aid interaction and build confidence.

    If the course is already 'in progress' please click on 'register your interest' in order to book a place.

    Cost for 6 sessions

    £31 Students, £41 Staff, £51 Partners and Visiting Scholars

    17:40
    JTC: Speaking practice for learners of Portuguese : VIA ZOOM Finished 17:40 - 18:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    Speaking practice with a Portuguese native-speaker volunteer via Zoom communication software.

    18:00
    CULP: Korean Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 18:00 - 20:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 4

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At basic 1 level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    CULP: Italian Basic 2 charged (9 of 15) Finished 18:00 - 20:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At a basic level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    For more detailed information about the course please visit our website.

    18:30
    CULP: French Intermediate 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 18:30 - 20:30 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At intermediate 1 level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    More detailed information is available on our webiste.

    19:00
    CULP: Japanese Elementary 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 19:00 - 21:00 Language Centre, Teaching Room 2

    The Programme offers general language tuition with a focus on communicative competence.

    At elementary 1 level, the focus is on every day and real-time, oral/aural communication. Each course features a functional-notional syllabus and grammar points are analysed in context.

    More detailed information is available on our website.

    CULP: British Sign Language Basic 1 charged (9 of 15) Finished 19:00 - 21:00 Zoom Video Communication Software

    The course is delivered in a visual way. It offers 30 hours of classroom tuition in a group, (up to 16 students), and requires the students to study independently (or in pairs) for an additional 30 hours.