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 | PROFICIENT ITALIAN 12 | ||
Code | ITAL312 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr S Tufi Modern Languages and Cultures Stefania.Tufi@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | Second Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
ITAL311 PROFICIENT ITALIAN 11, YEAR 3 |
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 |
31 |
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33 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 117 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Written skills and translation-based exam. There is a resit 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 |
Practical test Online synchronous There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. | 50 minutes | 30 | ||||
Coursework Online synchronous There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. | words | 30 |
Aims |
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Develop proficient linguistic competence to deal with a wide range of linguistic, intercultural and professional contexts confidently; Acquire a proficient linguistic ability to discuss topics of Italian interest orally and in writing; Acquire a proficient ability to translate out of Italian and to act as a liaison interpreter; Extend and deepen knowledge of aspects of Italian culture. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Ability to communicate in both spoken and written Italian with near-native fluency |
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(LO2) Ability to use the necessary linguistic and cultural tools to deal with realistic and complex situations of the world of work |
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(LO3) Ability to operate as an effective inter-cultural communicator |
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(LO4) Attainment of a sophisticated level of linguistic and cultural awareness |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills |
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(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Negotiation skills |
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(S5) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Seminar: |
Syllabus |
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Weekly syllabus will be confirmed on Canvas and in the module handbook. |
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. |