Community Based ESOL and Modern Languages
Italian Advanced Higher
Campus OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 7
Study mode Open learning
Duration 41 weeks
Start date
Aug 2022
Cost
£333
(see funding options)
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Course overview
Italian Advanced Higher is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in Italian. You will be exposed to the language over a length of time in order to acquire greater fluency, flexibility and accuracy. This course will expand on what you have previously studied and focus on developing your ability to understand and express ideas and opinions in Italian, as you learn about current affairs and issues from the viewpoint of those living in other countries than your own. The course will improve your ability to read, listen, talk and write in Italian. You will develop valuable translation and analytical skills and be in a great position to study the language further at university level.
What you will learn
- Develop Skills in Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking within the four Contexts of Society; Learning, Employability and Culture
- Translation Skills
- Essay Writing Skills and Analytical Skills
How the course is assessed
- You will be assessed through the Advanced Higher SQA exam, which takes place at College, usually in May. The speaking component is also assessed at College, but earlier in the year (usually in March).
Number of days per week
- This course runs online for a total of 36 weeks.
- Open learning - Moodle self-study and scheduled Teams calls, possible access to digital classrooms if compatible with the timetable
Entry requirements
- Higher Italian or relevant component units or other SQA qualifications in Italian studied at SCQF Level 6.
- You can apply with equivalent qualifications in Italian or if you have extensive experience in Italian.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- An interview or test may be required if you have an equivalent qualification or experience in Italian.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | Duration | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus | Open learning | 30/08/22 | 41 Weeks |
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