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Which Course is for me?

Text books There are a number of different types of courses which you can choose. Here we explain the differences in them.


There are three paths to choose from

1. Intensive, crash course or Wlpan.
2. Once a week courses.
3. DIY Welsh.

1. Wlpan intensive course for beginners
Classes held two/three times a week. No prior knowledge needed. Emphasis is on learning to speak Welsh.

Canol Wlpan stage two continuation
Meets twice a week. Continuation of the basic course.

Cwrs Pellach post Wlpan
For those who have completed year one of Wlpan or 120 hours of study (obtained GCSE or O Level Welsh). Aim is to improve fluency.

Cwrs Uwch advanced course year 1.
Suitable for those who have completed a Cwrs Pellach this is the equivalent to 200 hours study. Aim is to gain greater confidence in speaking Welsh, increase your vocabulary and develop reading skills.

Cwrs Meistroli advanced course year 2.
Suitable for those who have completed a Cwrs Uwch or have studied Welsh for 250 hours. This course will help you to speak Welsh fluently and to write Welsh with confidence.

Grwp Sgwrsio discussion group
Opportunities for experienced learners to practise their spoken Welsh.

Cwrs Pontio achieving fluency
Course for experienced learners who wish to improve their spoken and written Welsh and learn more about Wales.

Cwrs Cymraeg Graenus proficiency in written Welsh
For those who wish to improve their written and oral skills in Welsh, with attention paid to Welsh required for professional purposes.

2. Once A Week

Stage 1 beginners. These courses are suitable for individuals who have no or very little knowledge of Welsh. The course text book often used is Dosbarth Nos. By the end of the year you will have a basic knowledge of Welsh and you will be able to use it in everyday situations.

Stage 2 this is a continuation from stage 1, and it is suitable for people who have some knowledge of Welsh. During this course you will be introduced to some of the rules relating to the Welsh language.

Stage 3 this course is suitable for those who have studied Welsh for 90 - 120 hours or who have completed stage one and two.

Stage 4 at this level listening, reading and writing work is introduced. By the end of the year students should be fairly fluent in Welsh. It is now possible to sit the Use of Welsh examination Defnyddior Gymraeg (GCSE standard).

3. DIY Welsh

It is possible to learn Welsh by using online, radio and television courses. The BBC provides a number of these - visit the Learn Welsh website to find out more.


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I have just started to learn Welsh this will be my 4th week and I am really enjoying it.
Wed Nov 7 10:40:39 2007

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