Russian Intermediate 1

Upcoming courses

Location: Sydney Language Solutions

Level: Intermediate 1

Cost:

$340 + GST= $374 *10% off if pay 2 weeks in advance!!!

Duration: 8 weeks

Enrol Now No Course Suits you ?

Express your interest

by slson 23 January 2020in Russian Course

Course description

SLS offers a 16-hour Russian Intermediate 1 Course for students who have completed Beginners 1 and 2, Pre-Intermediate 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Available at our convenient Sydney CBD location during weeknights or weekends, our course is ideal for those who work during the week. All language courses come with free training materials and you’ll enjoy our small class sizes for a great interactive learning experience. Upon completion, you’ll also receive a Certificate of Participation.

Who should take this class?

Learners who have completed “Russian Pre-Intermediate 5” and have basic understanding how the language functions.

Learners whose goal is to further improve their grammar knowledge, expand vocabulary, fluency and acquire better communicative skills.

Program

During this course the intention is that most of the following topics will be covered, however not necessarily in the order given below.

Due to the variable nature of Adult Education classes, parts of the curriculum may be adapted to suit the needs of the whole class.

What’s special about this course?

Learners undertaking this course will be provided with authentic teaching materials (handouts)
Also students will be provided with authentic audio-visual materials based on Russian films, cartoons and literature such as: authentic you-tube video clips, newspaper articles, cartoons, etc.
After completing this course students will be able to fairly confidently communicate and traveling a country where Russian is the main language of communication such as Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, etc.

Due to Covid-19 Pandemic, our normal upcoming language courses from 20.3 to 10.4 will be operated online. That means, all face-to-face classes you enrol during this period will be operated online with the same materials, syllabus and teachers. As soon as the social distancing policy is removed by government, all these classes will resume its face-to-face mode for you to continue learning. Our enrolment procedure and Early Bird Booking still applied as normal and please call us at (02) 9283 9892 if you have any questions.

Thank you so much and we look forward to receiving your enrolment.

*OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT*

10% OFF if paying 2 weeks in advance!

Expected Outcome

By the end of this course students will be able to expand their vocabulary and express their opinions on the following topics such as: current policies, culture, mass media, social issue, etc.

Textbook: “Colloquial Russian”

Upcoming class: Interested in this course? Please JOIN the waiting list and we’ll notify you when a new class is scheduled or if a place becomes available.

Please Note:

- The enrolment fee must be paid at least one week in advance of the course commencement date.

- All classes need a minimum of 5 students to go ahead.

- If your course does not have enough students, it will be cancelled and you will be informed via SMS or email two days before the starting date. Alternatively, we may re-schedule the course to get more enrolment or still offer the course for 4 students with a slightly higher tuition fee with your agreement.

Share this article

Teacher: Kate Makarova

I am passionate about teaching languages and constantly seek innovative approaches to showcase the beauty of the Russian language and culture. By integrating knowledge of neuroscience and coaching techniques, I deliver effective sessions that enhance and streamline the language learning process.

There are many reasons to learn Russian, whether you're planning a trip to Russia, surprising your Russian friends with your impressive language skills, or wanting to read the masterpieces of Tolstoy and Pushkin. The important thing is that choosing this language will lead to an amazing journey. I would be delighted to guide and help you explore the most exciting aspects of the language and culture.

My qualifications:

· Bachelor's Degree in Teaching

· Master's Degree in Language Interpretation and Translation from Moscow State Linguistic University, one of the most prestigious linguistic universities in Russia

· Advanced Neurolanguage Coach, certified by Efficient Language Coaching and accredited by the International Coaching Federation

Teacher: Lana Males

I am a native Russian speaker with a passion for teaching and helping students develop their language skills.

With more than 11 years of experience in education, I specialize in teaching Russian to native and non-native speakers of all levels, from beginners to advanced learners.

My teaching approach combines traditional methods with modern, interactive techniques, making language learning both effective and enjoyable.

I focus not only on grammar and vocabulary but also on helping students gain confidence in conversational Russian, understanding cultural nuances, and improving their reading and writing skills.

I hold a degree in linguistics and have taught students from various backgrounds, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and goals. Whether you’re learning Russian for travel, business, or personal enrichment, I am committed to guiding you through every step of your language journey.

Student Testimonials

“Katya is knowledgeable and a very kind teacher. I like the atmosphere in this class. Our teacher Katya and all my classmates have been wonderful.” (Raf, Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2024 Intake)

“One of the best Russian teacher I’ve had. Very confidence building, lots of fun. Variety of taks and recap past lessons.” (Meredith, Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2024 Intake)

“Looking forward to the next Russian course.” (John, Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2023 Intake)

“So much fun and a great teacher.” (Nicola, Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2023 Intake)

“I liked that the course is still going since Beginner 1.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2019 Intake)

“Katie is a brilliant teacher. It’s a great pace and very interesting. Thank you again, the course is fantastic and I cant wait to do the next course.” (Hannah, Russian Pre-Intermediate 5 Student, September 2019 Intake)

“I like our teacher and all lessons.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 4 Student, May 2019 Intake)

“Fantastic teacher. Katie is very patient and enthusiastic. Enjoy the course thoroughly.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 4 Student, May 2019 Intake)

“The course was fun and very interesting.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 3 Student, October 2018 Intake)

“Kate is a brilliant tutor. She kept it interesting even when I found it a bit hard. Thank you! I really enjoy learning Russian with Kate.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 3 Student, October 2018 Intake)

“We are progressing and the course is really enjoyable.” (Russian Pre-Intermediate 3 Student, October 2018 Intake)

“I can recognize that I am progressing. I would definitely join in next level course. Excellent teacher” (Sue-Ann, 20/09/2018)

” I would love to enroll to the next level of this class “Pre-Intermediate 3 if it is available” (Nicola, 20/09/2018)

Blog

Russian Intermediate 1

Upcoming courses

Course description

Student Testimonials