Languages
Dive into the vibrant world of languages at GYC!
Whether you are fascinated by cultural exchange, eager to expand your global horizons, or simply passionate about communication, studying a language opens doors to a myriad of opportunities for personal growth, employment, and future studies.
Students gain valuable skills in intercultural communication, a deep awareness of the interrelationship between language and culture and have a lot of fun! Students will have the opportunity to interact with native speakers, go on cultural excursions, explore culture through cooking and delve into aspects of the target culture which interest them.
In an era characterised by globalisation and interconnectivity, proficiency in another language is increasingly recognised as a strategic asset by employers.
Whether you are thinking of a career in international diplomacy or wish to use your languages skills in hospitality or trade, multilingualism is a highly sought after skill. Many Universities also offer ‘bonus ATAR’ or rank adjustments for students who undertake a Level 3 language.
At Guilford Young College we offer Foundation level (Beginner) and Level 3 courses. We also support students who are background speakers of languages and wish to undertake a NIAL exam (National and Interstate Assessed Language Exam) These languages, which include; Punjabi, Arabic, Filipino, Tamil, Swedish, Karen, Spanish and many more, are exam only and contribute to ATAR and TCE points.
Explore the beauty and richness of language, and unlock your potential for success in an increasingly interconnected world!
Explore the beauty and richness of language, and unlock your potential for success in an increasingly interconnected world!
Courses
Options Offered
French 2
Italian 2
Chinese Level 2
German 2
Japanese Level 2
French 3
Italian 3
Japanese 3
Frequently ASked Questions
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Yes, you can. All languages studied at Guilford Young College offer Foundation courses (so, for students with little or no experience)
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Please note the language that you wish to study on your enrolment form, and the College will explore what options may be available.
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Yes, in most cases if you have been achieving at a satisfactory level, you can enter Level 3 language courses; however, if you have only studied for part of this time (for example only one or two terms for year, it is best to speak to one of our language teachers).
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CCAFL stands for Collaborative Curriculum and Assessment Framework for Languages (CCAFL). Students are usually background speakers and are assessed on their written, oral, aural and reading skills without having to do course work or join a specific class for that language. You must be confident with these 4 skills to consider undertaking the exam. CCAFL languages are Level 3 courses, and so can contribute to a student’s ATAR score and attract 15 TCE points.
Still Got Questions?
Kristin Leeds - Humanities and Languages Head of Faculty