Languages for All FAQs
1Q. Who can join the Languages for All programme?
All full-time undergraduate and postgraduate current Leeds Beckett University students can join the
Languages for All Programme. Erasmus students, who are studying at Leeds Beckett University for a
full academic year from September 2014, can also join the programme. Even if you studied a free
language on the Languages for All programme in previous years, you can still apply for a place again
this year.
2Q. Which languages can I learn in the Languages for All Programme?
Languages will be offered at different levels from Beginners through to Advanced. Not all levels may
be available in all languages. Languages offered are Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, French,
German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. There are courses
available at Headingley and City Campuses. Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
3Q. I am a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate student studying at Leeds Beckett
University. How many languages can I learn in the Languages for All Programme?
You can only learn one language for free on the Languages for All Programme. We offer a wide
range of languages. If we don’t offer the language you want, or you are interested in studying more
than one language, you can join the Part-Time Language Programme. Here is a link for more
information: http://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/part-timelanguages/
4Q. I am a part-time student at Leeds Beckett University. Can I study a free language on
the Languages for All Programme?
Unfortunately, the free languages courses in the Languages for All Programme are only available to
current full-time undergraduate and postgraduate Leeds Beckett University students. However,
please consider the Part-Time Languages Programme instead. Here is a link for more information:
http://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/part-timelanguages/
5Q. I have an unconditional or conditional offer from Leeds Beckett University and I would
like to sign up in advance for the Languages for All courses.
Students will only be able to sign up for the Languages for All courses once they are enrolled at
Leeds Beckett University and have received their Student ID number.
6Q. I already have a GCSE or A/AS Level or equivalent, or some knowledge of a language.
How do I know which level course I should enrol on?
You can study a language on the Languages for All programme from Beginners through to Advanced
level. Please note that not all languages will be available at all levels. Please go to Assessing Your
Language Level for further information. You can also have your language level assessed by one of
our tutors at our Open Days. No booking is required. Our Open Days will be held on:
Wednesday 17 September 2014 from 12.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 20.00 in Macaulay Hall,
Headingley Campus, Leeds, LS6 3QN.
Thursday 25 September 2014 from 11.00 to 16.00 in Macaulay Hall, Headingley Campus, Leeds, LS6
3QN
7Q. What types of language courses do you offer?
We offer three different types of language courses in the Languages for All programme:
Beginners Primary Teaching courses (Spanish and French only)
These courses are aimed at those with little or no prior knowledge of French or Spanish. The syllabus
covers the equivalent of a Beginners course. Part of the class time will be devoted to update your
language skills, and the other part to practice class activities appropriate for primary school pupils.
These courses are suitable for students studying full time courses within the School of Education.
Languages for Work courses (all delivered at City Campus)
Using your languages at work means combining your language skills and your expertise in other
fields. This is a great way to develop your career. The syllabus for Languages for Work has been
contextualised to a professional environment, such as enquiring about services and facilities in a
company/city, or organising a meeting date, time and venue.
General language courses
Students will explore different aspects of language and the cultures of the countries where the
target language is spoken. In addition to developing a range of key skills and adopting different
language learning strategies, independent learning will be encouraged along with classroom-based
learning. The courses will concentrate on the use of language for communication using real-life tasks
wherever possible. Pair and group work will be used extensively to maximize the amount of time the
language is used in class.
8Q. Are the courses accredited? Will I get a qualification or credits at the end of my
Languages for All course?
All the courses are accredited and you have the opportunity to gain a qualification and credits. The
qualification will be dependent on your language level when you start the course. For example, if
you started at Beginners and attended for two years, you would gain a Certificate in Foundation
Language Studies. If you started with a GCSE in the language, and joined Pre-intermediate classes,
after two years, you would gain a Certificate in Language and Related Studies. If you started with a
high grade A Level and joined Advanced 1 languages classes, after two years, you will gain a
Certificate of Higher Education in Language and Related Studies.
If you only study the first year of an award you will get 30 university credits. These credits can be
used for continuing your learning of the same language at our University or are transferable to other
institutions for studying the same language.
9Q. What assessments will I have to do? Are there any exams?
The assessments consist of coursework, many done as class activities, especially at the lower levels.
There are no exams.
The assessments, the type of assessment task and whether they are done in class or not depend on
the level and the courses being studied. The deadlines for the completion and submission of their
assessments are indicated in the assessment details, which will be given to the students by their
tutor around week 3. All courses are assessed.
10Q. When and where are the courses held? When do courses start?
Courses start week commencing Monday 6 October 2014 and run for 26 weeks, 2 hours per week.
There are no classes during University holidays or during Public Holidays.
Languages For All courses are held on weekday evenings Monday – Thursday, 6.30pm – 8.30pm at
Headingley Campus and at 6.00pm – 8.00pm at City Campus. A few courses are also held during the
day, Monday - Thursday at Headingley Campus only, from 11.00am - 1.00pm.
11Q. Is there a waiting list for courses if they are full?
We will be keeping waiting lists for all the courses. We will contact you on your Leeds Beckett
University student email address should a place become available. Please note you can only study
one language in the Languages for All Programme and you will only be placed on one waiting list.
12Q. I'm interested in learning a language; however I am not a student at Leeds Beckett
University. Could I still attend these courses?
These courses will only be open to full-time undergraduate and postgraduate students who are
currently studying at Leeds Beckett University.
However, you are more than welcome to apply for one of our courses in the Part-Time Language
Programme. Here is a link for more information:
http://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/part-timelanguages/
13Q. How do I apply for a place on a Languages For All course?
Please download and print the Languages for All Application Form from the website
www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/languagesforall and complete your details in full and specify the course
you would like to apply for from the courses timetable.
Please either scan the form and email it to us at Languages4All@leedsbeckett.ac.uk , or post/deliver
to Languages For All, Leeds Beckett University, Macaulay Hall, Room G02, Headingley Campus,
Leeds, LS6 3QN.
If you are unable to download and print the application form, please contact us by emailing
Languages4All@leedsbeckett.ac.uk with your details, to request a paper copy to be sent to you.
Please ensure that you complete all sections of the Application Form in full and sign it. Incomplete
Application Forms cannot be processed and you will not be offered a place on a course. Places are
limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. You may only apply for one place on a free
Languages for All course.
Please refer to the Languages for All Timetable and the information on Assessing Your Language
Level to decide which course and level to apply for. You can also attend one of our Open Days to
have your language level assessed.
14Q. How will I be notified if I have a confirmed place on the course I have applied for?
We will contact you, on your Leeds Beckett University student email address, to confirm if you have
a place on a course. Places are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis. Some courses
are more popular than others and may be full when we receive your application form. If the course
you want is full, we will advise you that we have put you on the waiting list.
15Q. Where can I get more information?
We will have a stall at the Headingley Campus Freshers’ Fair on Wednesday 24 September if you
have any more questions. The Languages for All website has information about the programme, the
Courses Timetable and information about Assessing Your Language Level. Please go to
www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/languagesforall
We are also holding Open Days on the following days:
Wednesday 17 September 2014 from 12.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 to 20.00 in Macaulay Hall,
Headingley Campus, Leeds, LS6 3QN.
Thursday 25 September 2014 from 11.00 to 16.00 in Macaulay Hall, Headingley Campus, Leeds, LS6
3QN
If you have any further queries or questions, please contact us on
Languages4All@leedsbeckett.ac.uk