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Module Overview

German 1

This module is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of the language. The aim of this module is to develop all four language skills in an integrated manner - reading, writing, listening and speaking. It aims to develop students' grammatical awareness, to introduce relevant vocabulary to comprehend and communicate in German, and to help students understnad socio-cultural (and preofessional) environments in Germany and the German-speaking countries, always congnisant of the UN Stustainability Goals. It is benchmarked at Level A1.1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

Module Code

GERM H1021

ECTS Credits

5

*Curricular information is subject to change

Introduce oneself and others.

Exchange personal details on background, family and employment.

Describe physical appearance and personality.

Describe neighbourhood, town and country.

Give information on college and course.

Grammar

Basic grammatical structures in German

Pronunciation

Pronunciation and intonation in German

Culture

Socio-cultural and professional awareness

Reading

Comprehension of texts in German

Listening

Aural skills through video and aural work in German

Speaking

Oral production skills in German through functional tasks

Teaching and Learning takes place through communicative language classes where students practise, develop and demonstrate development in all skill areas: reading, listening, speaking and writing. Individual and group activities, use of varied and authentic media, resources in VLE and both self-directed and lecturer-directed activities within and outside of classroom.

Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown %
Other Assessment(s)100