Key facts
UNE unit code: ITAL102
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- Trimester 2 - On Campus
- Trimester 2 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
Having a second language is of benefit to anyone who plans to travel and do business in a global economy.
This unit builds upon the language skills you developed in Italian 1A about the structure and function of the Italian language.
Your knowledge of grammar and syntax will be extended, as studying this unit will acquaint you with grammatical forms and structures not previously dealt with, such as the future, imperfect, pluperfect, conditional tense and will increase your thematic vocabulary.
In addition, the unit includes a greater awareness of Italian culture through texts and music videos.
Offerings
For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 2 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 2 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
Enrolment rules
Notes
Students with a pass of 70% or better in HSC Italian Continuers or students with HSC Italian Extension or equivalent level of knowledge should enrol at 200 level.
Students with existing competence in Italian (including HSC Italian Beginners) who are unsure of their current level of competence should contact the discipline convenor to request a placement test.
First language (Italian) speakers may not enrol in Italian language units except when required for (school) teaching accreditation in Australian states and territories.
Students may be able to obtain credit for their prior knowledge of the language under the University Admission Credit and Enrolment Guidelines.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- further utilise elementary structures and functions of the Italian language, including grammatical structures such as nouns, adjectives, articles, and present and perfect tenses of verbs;
- continue and improve the practise of modern Italian language, in regard to the above grammatical structures and the use of forms and expressions used in colloquial interaction; and
- demonstrate further knowledge of Italian culture through the use of elementary texts for language practice dealing with various aspects of Italian history, arts and lifestyle.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1: Grammar Tests | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Four grammar tests. No. Words: 500 (equivalent) |
| Assessment 2: Quiz | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Untimed aural/reading comprehension task No. Words: 750 (equivalent) |
| Assessment 3: Quiz | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Untimed writing activity and recorded oral presentation. No. Words: 750 (equivalent) |
| Assessment 4: Portfolio with Oral Verification - Assurance Task | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Collection of work accompanied by interview in Italian and reflection in English Students must pass this assurance task to pass the unit. No. Words: 2000 (equivalent). |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
The New Italian Project: Student's book + Workbook 1b
ISBN: 9788899358921
T. Marin, L. Ruggieri, S. Magnelli , Edilingua 2020
Text refers to: All offerings
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