Module Details

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 GERMAN 7
Code GRMN207
Coordinator Mrs HD Magedera
Modern Languages and Cultures
Hofhansl@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2018-19 Level Two First Semester 15

Aims

This module aims to assist students in developing their skills in written and spoken German to an advanced level, also in a work context, and practice listening skills and read extensive texts in German.

Learning Outcomes

Ability to apply high standard grammar in written and spoken German.

Ability to apply basic skills in translation techniques

Ability to apply research skills​​

Ability to apply work-related German language skills​


Syllabus

Development of advanced productive and receptive skills, research skills; ''Landeskunde'', work placement-related German, grammar, translation, interpreting.

Teaching and Learning Strategies

Seminar - This module is taught in three weekly classes, with a tutorial week in week seven. One hour of is dedicated to language with a Landeskunde specific component and year abroad preparation. One hour is dedicated to listening and speaking practical skills including work placement-related language for the year abroad. One hour is dedicated to translation and interpreting and grammar points.

Tutorial - Tutorial week in week seven. Feedback will be provided on coursework drafts.


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours   33
This module is taught in three weekly classes, with a tutorial week in week seven. One hour of is dedicated to language with a Landeskunde specific component and year abroad preparation. One hour is dedicated to listening and speaking practical skills including work placement-related language for the year abroad. One hour is dedicated to translation and interpreting and grammar points.
3
Tutorial week in week seven. Feedback will be provided on coursework drafts.
      36
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 114
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Unseen Written Exam  2 hours  Semester 1  60  Yes  Standard University Policy applies - see HLC handbook  Exam Notes (applying to all assessments) Listening assessment class test at the end of the semester. Written exam consists of writing tasks and a translation exercise. Reassessment, where required, will take the form of the original assessment.  
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Coursework  500 words  Semester 1  20  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Essay 
Practical Assessment  40 minutes  Semester 1  20  Yes  Standard University Policy applies - see HLC handbook   Listening Assessment  

Recommended Texts

Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
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