Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Oral Exam 15 Minutes | 20% |
| Semester Assessment | Language Portfolio | 50% |
| Semester Exam | 2 Hours Written Exam | 30% |
| Supplementary Exam | 2 Hours Written Exam The supplementary exam will consist of a 2-hour written examination which will count for 100% (unless ONLY the oral component is failed, in which case the supplementary exam will be an oral examination). | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Demonstrate improvement in their linguistic skills and cultural knowledge.
Communicate with some confidence on familiar routine and non-routine matters related to their interests and professional field. Exchange, check and confirm information, deal with less routine situations and
explain why something is a problem.
Handle sustained social exchanges with a varied vocabulary, adapting their expression to the context.
Express thoughts on more abstract, socio-cultural and cultural topics such as political viewpoints, historical events, current affairs, films, books, music,
etc.
Write in German for a variety of purposes and in a variety of registers. Convey information and ideas on abstract as well as concrete topics, check information, and ask about or explain problems with reasonable precision.
Interpret and present information, developing an argument and demonstrating understanding of the key issues in the target language.
Translate selected passages into and out of German.
Identify and use different registers of spoken and written German.
Express insights into key aspects of German-speaking society and culture.
Demonstrate proficiency in German grammar and syntax, appropriate to level B1+ of the CEFR.
Brief description
German-speaking world. It covers material from level B1of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Students will achieve Common Reference Level B1+
(Independent User) by the end of the module. Teaching on this module will foreground the integrated study of the German language in its cultural contexts.
Aims
The aim of this module is to equip learners with a range of linguistic skills across all four language competencies - reading, writing, listening and speaking. Learners will focus on consolidating and developing the fundamentals of the language via familiar and unfamiliar concrete and abstract topics. Students will also integrate the study of the language with its cultural contexts. At the end of this module successful students will be prepared for intermediate-level German language courses.
Content
Students will cover material appropriate to level B1 of the CEFR. This will include developing translation, writing, oral and listening skills. Material covered will help students consolidate, refine and expand their knowledge and understanding of the language and culture of the German-speaking world. Class content will familiarise students with contemporary issues and debates in their language of study. Students will work towards being able to discuss and debate relevant social and cultural themes while advancing their communication skills, including their spoken and written expression in German.
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Adaptability and resilience | Written and oral communication; preparation for intermediate study; formative and summative assignments; self-directed study |
| Co-ordinating with others | Conversation classes; presentations; group work; preparation for professional / academic situations |
| Creative Problem Solving | Language work in class and at home, particularly in oral classes. Grammar, writing, listening, oral and translation. |
| Critical and analytical thinking | Language work in class and at home. Communicative and cultural awareness. |
| Digital capability | Use of digital networks and IT for effective information retrieval and presentation of coursework. |
| Professional communication | Oral and written communication |
| Real world sense | Employability awareness; communication skills in the target language; cultural awareness |
| Reflection | Oral and written communication; formative and summative assignments |
| Subject Specific Skills | Grammar, writing, listening, oral and translation skills. Cultural content synthesis and analysis. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 4