Key facts
UNE unit code: GRMN201
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
German is a widely recognised and commonly used language in Europe and across the world.
This unit is designed for students who have passed the second trimester introductory unit in German; or have passed German in the HSC. It is also appropriate for you if you have equivalent competence and wish to continue your language studies.
Lectures and tutorials are devoted to language extension and consolidation in all four skill areas (reading, listening, speaking and writing). In addition, you are familiarised with German society and culture in your reading.
Enhance your ability to communicate in German, whether for business or personal relationships.
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For further information about UNE's teaching periods, please go to Principal Dates.
| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
Students with existing competence in German (including HSC German Beginners) who are unsure of their current level of competence should take a placement test.
First language (German) speakers may not enrol in German 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:
- demonstrate increasing autonomy in listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in German language;
- communicate with increasing autonomy in German with some depth on selected topics of everyday life, such as health and fitness, tourism, travel, and the world of work;
- apply extended knowledge of German cultural and social norms and German society, supported by research where appropriate; and
- use more developed cognitive skills to analyse and synthesise information when communicating.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Task 1 - Assurance Task 1 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Online oral assessment to demonstrate German speaking skills Students must achieve at least 50/100 across all Assurance Tasks in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 750 (equivalent) |
| Oral Task 2 - Assurance Task 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Online oral assessment to demonstrate German speaking skills Students must achieve at least 50/100 across all Assurance Tasks in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 750 (equivalent) |
| Portfolio - Assurance Task 3 | Yes | 60% | All offerings | A collection of learner-centred, personally relevant tasks and activities that foster receptive and/or productive language skills. The tasks are submitted over the course of the trimester to facilitate learning. The portfolio also includes a brief online live interview for discussion and reflection on the submitted tasks. Students must achieve at least 50/100 across all Assurance Tasks in order to pass the unit. No. Words: 2500 (equivalent)
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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.
Deutsch: Na klar!
ISBN: 9781760424992
Di Donato, R. and Clyde, M.D., McGraw-Hill 8th ed. 2020
Hard copy textbook (packaged with a Connect registration code). This gives 2 years electronic access to Connect. Connect includes the digitally enhanced eBook, the online Workbook/Lab Manual activities, LearnSmart (grammar tutorials), and all of the accompanying audio and video resources.
OR Electronic access to Connect-only. Includes 2 years of access to Connect. Connect includes an interactive eBook, the complete Workbook/Lab Manual, LearnSmart (grammar tutorials), and all the audio and video materials.
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Recommended material may be held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Collins German Dictionary
ISBN: 9780008241339
Collins 9th ed. 2019
Text refers to: All offerings
Workbook/Lab Manual for Deutsch: Na klar!
ISBN: 9781260325225
Briggs, J. and Daves-Schneider, L., McGraw-Hill 8th ed. 2020
Purchase is optional as this is a printed version of the online Workbook/ Lab Manual activities available through the Connect site to which students have access with the purchase of the textbook. This is recommended for students who prefer to work on paper or offline.
Text refers to: All offerings
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