This module presents a fusion of linguistic and analytical competencies to allow students to build on the subject expertise acquired in previous core modules and explain the significance and relevance of that knowledge. Through the interrelation of comprehension, speaking, and writing, students on the module will develop their understanding and expertise in the German language, with specific reference to key debates in the German-speaking world. The module will build on knowledge acquired in previous modules to prepare students for expressing ideas in sophisticated written and spoken German.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
• be working towards level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR);
Analyse topical issues relating to the German-speaking world in persuasive, idiomatic and accurate written and spoken German;
Recognise, comprehend and manipulate a variety of registers.
Assessment
33710-05 : 500 word coursework written exercise in German : Coursework (30%)
33710-06 : 2 hour exam : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (40%)
33710-07 : 15 min ‘live’ oral : Presentation (30%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions
The assessment for modules 33710 and 33711 is linked.
500 word coursework written exercise in German (30%) [normally in Semester 1]
2-hour exam (40%) [normally in Semester 2]
15 min ‘live’ oral (30%) [normally in Semester 2]
Alternative assessment if on campus activity is restricted: proctored exams will be converted to take home papers and live oral assessments will either be recorded presentations or conducted via Zoom/Skype.
