Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis An introduction to contemporary spoken and written Thai. No previous knowledge of the language or script is presumed. This subject is designed to introduce the basic level of syntactic patterns, vocabulary for practical oral communication and phonology. The writing system and reading are also introduced. The subject aims to enable students to express themselves at a basic level both in spoken and written Thai.
Assessment Examinations (2 hours): 40% + Oral examination: 30% + Classwork, assignments: 30%