SUMMER SCHOOL OF LATVIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 2018
with no, little or good knowledge of Latvian (0 – B1 levels)
July 25 – August 8, 2018
For the fourth year, the University of Latvia in collaboration with the Latvian Language Agency organizes “Summer School of Latvian Language and Culture” for students and everyone who wants not only to learn or improve their Latvian language skills, but also to expand their knowledge of Latvian history, art and folklore.
The University offers:
- intensive, modern and interactive Latvian language course (grammar, reading, writing, speaking, 64 academic hours);
- afternoon discussion of Latvian history and politics, getting acquainted with modern Latvian history and political situation in Latvia;
- afternoon discussion of Latvian culture and art, getting acquainted with its historical development and key figures, especially, in the visual arts and architecture;
- afternoon discussion of Latvian folklore: customs and traditions, getting acquainted with one of the most interesting forms of folklore – Latvian folk songs or dainas, by singing and dancing;
- guided tour of Riga, visiting several museums;
- a two-day trip to port city Ventspils, sightseeing.The attendees, having successfully completed the course, are awarded 4 credits (6 ECTS).
INFORMATION
More information about the summer school, fees, scholarships, program, application procedure is available at the UL website:
CONTACT US:
Sarmite Miltiņa phone (+ 371) 67034892, mob. phone (+ 371) 20279199, sarmite.miltina@lu.lv
Margarita Spirida phone (+ 371) 67034917, margarita.spirida@lu.lv
Pre-Studies Training Centre of the University of Latvia
Aspazijas blvd 5, room 242,
Riga, LV-1050
Latvia
E-mail: sagkursi@lu.lv, www.lu.lv
