Latvian I

If you have been accepted to the course, then you will receive more information concerning registration in August. The course starts week 36.

This is a beginners' course that focuses on language proficiency and the Latvian cultural context.

The aim of the course is for you to gain a certain practical oral and written proficiency in Latvian language usage as well as basic knowledge about the Latvian language and its cultural context.

No previous knowledge of Latvian is required.

The course covers the basics in Latvian grammar, pronunciation, morphology, syntax, oral and written skills, as well as Latvian and Baltic linguistics, history, culture and society.

Modules

The course consists of the following modules:

  • Language language proficiency A, 7.5 credits
  • Language language proficiency B, 7.5 credits
  • Baltic linguistics - Latvian, 7.5 credits
  • Baltic history, culture and society - Latvia, 7.5 credits

Teaching Format

The course is taught in the form of lectures and seminars. For more detailed information, please see the course description.

Grading criteria

Grading criteria BAL116 (in Swedish)

Examiner

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
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