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How much do you know about Galician, a language spoken in north-west Spain? Did you know that it has more than a hundred words for “rain”? Or that Galician and Portuguese share a common medieval origin? And why is Galician TV broadcast in South America? Join this taster session to discover one of Europe's lesser-known...
Join us and try zine-making for a fun, interesting and alternative way of practising your language skills. Making zines is a fun and interesting way to learn and practice languages. A zine is a small handmade magazine, which can be on any topic and contain anything – pictures, poems, collages, hashtags, memories and more. In...
The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter, the UKLO contains language puzzles that test pattern recognition, lateral thinking, logic, and problem-solving skills. This provides an opportunity to apply formal reasoning from STEM subjects such as maths to the context of both first-language English and additional languages....
Curious about Mongolian language and culture? Join us for an interactive journey into the rich traditions of Mongolian communities! Discover the beauty of traditional Mongolian writing, learn some everyday expressions, and explore how language connects with music, dance, storytelling and cultural heritage. From the legendary Jangar epic to the distinctive sounds of traditional Mongolian music...
Join a friendly weekly language exchange in the heart of Leeds! Practise speaking different languages, meet locals and internationals, and enjoy a relaxed social atmosphere over drinks. Whether you’re a beginner or fluent speaker, everyone’s welcome. In partnership with Languagexchanges.
This session explores bilingualism and bilingual education, answers common questions, and gives participants a chance to share experiences and discuss the benefits and challenges of being bilingual. Bilingualism and bilingual education Dr. Conceição Pereira (Newcastle University – Camões, I.P.) In a globalised world characterised by constant communication in many different languages, speaking more than one language...
Beginner in Spanish? Join our fun, weekly sessions where you’ll play games with peers and fluent speakers. Build confidence, make friends, and learn through play – no pressure, just good vibes! Open to all students. Volunteer spots available!
Curious about learning German or finding out more about German-speaking cultures? Join us for an engaging taster session designed for complete beginners. This interactive session will introduce you to the German language and offer insights into life and culture in German-speaking countries. Through a range of accessible activities, you will explore the language, discover interesting...
Are we in the middle of a global "extinction crisis" for languages? To quote the linguist Michael Krauss, every language is special, “a supreme achievement of a uniquely human collective genius.” Each in its own way, languages allow us to form new words, construct new sentences, and express our relationship with the natural world. This...
Willkommen in Dortmund! - Ein Ausflug in die deutsche Partnerstadt von Leeds Waren Sie schon mal in Dortmund? Wenn nicht, möchten Ihre deutsche Partnerstadt kennenlernen? Und sprechen Sie etwas Deutsch und möchten Sie eine kurze Auffrischung mitmachen? Wenn die Antwort auf diese Fragen JA lautet, laden wir Sie ein, bei diesem kurzen Übungskurs mitzumachen. Mit...