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Why Learn a Language?

Learning a language overcomes cultural and interpersonal barriers, offering greater personal and professional opportunities on a wider global stage. It also helps form a clearer understanding of your own native language creating a deeper appreciation of our own multicultural Australian society.

So, whatever your reason; to advance your career, get in touch with your heritage, be able to communicate better with family and friends, make the most of your next holiday or to keep the grey matter active - learning a language is an enjoyable and enriching experience!

Why Learn a Language with PCE?

The benefits of studying a language at PCE include:

Content geared for practical use of language - content is geared to teach students language proficiency for everyday use and interaction.

Experienced adult educators - teachers with proven experience in adult education, and established association with PCE.

Interactive teaching style - participative approach giving students an option and opportunity to learn with others, and from others.

Holistic approach - teaching aims to develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Students have the option to have their skills assessed during the course.

Learning structure and continuity at a manageable pace - content allows for systematic and cohesive progression of language learning at a consistent and optimum, yet comfortable, speed, offering option for continued learning at higher levels.

Learning support - learning with the same group enable students to support one another in the learning process. Other learning resources such as language CDs and tapes are made available for selected languages to aid learning, at no extra cost.

CBD location - comfortable classrooms in a secure, centralised location; and easily accessible by public transport.

Certificates

Upon successful completion of courses, and meeting attendance requirements, participants will receive a University of Adelaide, Centre for Professional and Continuing Education Certificate of Completion. Intensive and Full Year students have the option to take an assessment of competency, if the required standard is achieved and the attendance requirement is met, students will be awarded a Certificate of Competency.

Course Advice and Enrolment

PCE's helpful staff are available to assist you in all aspects of your enrolment. Please feel free to contact us and speak with a course adviser if you need assistance in selecting the appropriate course or level of study for you.