The objective of teaching foreign language courses offered by C.F.L.T. is to familiarize students with the special language of their discipline so that they acquire the language skills that will enable them to comprehend and produce scientific texts and respond to general and specific situations of oral and written communication within the scientific subject of their studies.
English language courses start at a B2 level, aiming at developing skills for special/academic language use depending on the respective scientific subject.
French language courses start at an A2 level, aiming at developing skills for special/academic language use depending on the respective scientific subject.
German language courses start at an A2 level aiming at developing general communicative skills as well as skills for special/academic language use depending on the respective scientific subject.
Italian language courses start at an A1 level aiming at developing basic language skills (production-comprehension of oral & written speech, learning language structures). The understanding of linguistic and cultural differences (Greek-Italian) and the reduction/elimination of stereotypes is also encouraged.
Objectives of the Interdepartmental Foreign Language Courses
The Interdepartmental Courses (I.C.) start at an A1 level and progress up to level B2. Upon completing the yearly language courses (Α1-Β2) students acquire the ability to comprehend and give information, express thoughts, feelings, opinions, facts, and concepts both verbally and in written form (listening, speaking, reading, writing), develop intercultural understanding and the capacity to collaborate with individuals from different cultures. Additionally, through the completion of courses with special academic subjects, students are able to comprehend foreign-language handbooks within their field of discipline/profession, to participate in foreign language conferences, or/and be confronted with daily life demands in foreign countries where they may choose to pursue further studies.