Language A1

This is the study of literature in a student's first language, including the study of selections of world literature. At Renaissance College, students can choose from English and Chinese (Putonghua).

In studying their first language, students are able to develop:

• a personal appreciation of the literature
• skills in literary criticism
• strong written and oral skills
• respect for the literary heritage of their first language
• an international perspective

The range of texts studied in language A1 courses is broad, and students grow to appreciate a language's complexity, wealth and subtleties in a variety of contexts. The aim is to engender a lifelong interest in literature and a love for the elegance and richness of human expression.