Modern Languages and Cultures |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | ADVANCED PORTUGUESE 7+8 | ||
Code | PORT278 | ||
Coordinator |
Ms A Reimao Modern Languages and Cultures A.Reimao@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 5 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
PORT256 INTERMEDIATE PORTUGUESE 5+6, YEAR 2 |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Co-requisite modules: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
30 |
30 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 120 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Exam. There is a reassessment opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply. | 2 hours | 40 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Oral Exam. There is a reassessment opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply. | 10 minutes | 20 | ||||
Assignment 1. There is a reassessment opportunity. Standard UoL penalties will apply. This is an anonymous assessment. | -600 words | 40 |
Aims |
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To provide students with competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking Portuguese at B1+/B2- level; To provide students with a solid understanding of basic and complex structures of Portuguese grammar; To develop students' language learning strategy use and a reflective approach towards language learning; To explore aspects of contemporary Portuguese-speaking culture through the medium of Portuguese. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Apply increasingly complex and nuanced listening, reading, writing and speaking skills in Portuguese. |
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(LO2) Communicate in the target language in everyday contexts and in increasingly complex formal and informal registers. |
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(LO3) Demonstrate a considerable knowledge and understanding of the structures, registers and, as appropriate, varieties of Portuguese. |
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(LO4) Critically reflect on and effectively apply language learning strategies. |
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(LO5) Demonstrate a considerable knowledge and understanding of the cultures and linguistic contexts of Portuguese countries. |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - presentation skills - written |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - presentation skills – oral |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - listening skills |
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(S4) Global citizenship - cultural awareness |
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(S5) Improving own learning / performance - reflective practice |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Seminar: |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered during the module may include: Verb tenses and moods – general revision; The pluperfect subjunctive; The infinitive and personal infinitive; Direct and reported speech; The use of present and future subjunctive in concessive clauses with repetition of the verb; The gerund; Conjunctions and prepositions; Collocation of verbs and prepositions. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |