Basic Slovak Language for Foreigners
Mgr. Mária Fördösová, PhD. (the person in charge of the subject)
The subject is focused on mastering basic language skills in Slovak language. The graduate is able to understand frequently used everyday expressions and basic phrases and according to the needs, is able to use them. He/She can read and understand simple text, create simple questions about basic needs and common topics. He/She is also able to respond to the questions while the person he is communicating with speaks slowly and clearly. It is a one-term course. At the end of the course, an exam has to be taken. This subject is only for foreign students.
It is a one-term course. At the end of the course, an exam has to be taken. This subject is only for foreign students. Working languages are English and Slovak.
Syllabus - Slovak
Slovak - Elementary Level
Mgr. Dominika Antalová (the person in charge of the subject)
The subject is focused on mastering basic language skills in that language. The graduate is able to understand frequently used everyday expressions and basic phrases and, according to the needs, is able to use them. He/she can read and understand simple text, create simple questions about basic needs and common topics. He/she is also able to respond to the questions while the person he is communicating with speaks slowly and clearly. In terms of writing skills, he/she can write short, simple texts (for example postcard) and he/she can fill in forms with personal details.
This subject is only for foreign students. The course consists of the winter term and the summer term. At the end of the winter term ´zápočet´ is required. At the end of the summer term both ´zápočet´ and exam are required. Working languages are English and Slovak.
Syllabus – winter term (Slovak)
Syllabus – summer term (Slovak)
Slovak - Intermediate Level
Mgr. Dominika Antalová (the person in charge of the subject)
At the end of the course a student is able to keep simply and effectively conversation in foreign language. He/she can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). The student is able to read very short, simple texts and can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, timetables, etc. In terms of spoken interaction, he/she is able to communicate in simple and routine situations and he/she can handle very short social exchanges enough to keep the conversation going himself. He/she can write short, simple notes and messages or a very simple personal letter.
The course is only for foreign students. It consists of the winter term and the summer term. At the end of the winter term ´zápočet´ is required. At the end of the summer term both ´zápočet´ and exam are required. Students who are interested in the course must already be at the elementary level of Slovak language.
Syllabus – winter term (Slovak)
Syllabus – summer term (Slovak)
Slovak - Advanced Level
Mgr. Dominika Antalová (the person in charge of the subject)
At the end of the course a student is able to understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. He/she is able to react to everyday situations. He/she understands texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language. He/she can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events). He/she can connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and events, he can narrate a story and describe his reactions. The student can write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest, for example personal letters describing experiences and impressions.
The course is only for foreign students. It consists of the winter term and the summer term. At the end of the winter term ´zápočet´ is required. At the end of the summer term both ´zápočet´ and exam are required. Students who are interested in the course must already be at the intermediate level of Slovak language.
Syllabus – winter term (Slovak)
Syllabus – summer term (Slovak)
Slovak – Language for Specific Purposes
Mgr. Dominika Antalová (the person in charge of the subject)
At the end of the course, students will be able to use technical vocabulary in the written and oral communication within the academic and professional environment, to read authentic texts connected with their fields of study and to comment on the topical social and economic issues. Students will be able to communicate and write in the target language, and include technical vocabulary in their speaking and writing.
The Slovak language is the target language used for communication in the class. The course is intended only for international students. The syllabus of the course is divided into two terms, the winter term and the summer term. At the end of the winter term, ´zápočet´ is required. At the end of the summer term, both ´zápočet´ and an exam are required.
Syllabus – winter term (Slovak)
Syllabus – summer term (Slovak)
Communication in Slovak
Mgr. Stanislava Gálová, PhD. (the person in charge of the subject)
The course is focused on the development of oral communication in a foreign language (Slovak for foreigners). Students learn to express their thoughts fluently and effectively in a variety of situations, including both formal and informal contexts. The course content emphasizes the ability to express opinions, present arguments, respond to questions and lead a discussion. Through practical activities, simulations and role-plays, students practice active listening, expand their vocabulary and strengthen their fluency, pronunciation and grammatical accuracy. At the end of the course, students will be able to interpret and analyse audio texts, read authentic texts with understanding and communicate effectively in the target language. Students are ready to communicate confidently and accurately in a variety of social and work situations.
The course consists of the winter term and the summer term. At the end of the winter term ´zápočet´ is required. At the end of the summer term both ´zápočet´ and exam are required.
Syllabus – winter term (Slovak)
Syllabus – summer term (Slovak)