German, Beginners' Course 2

The course is a continuation of the course TY1031 German, beginners' course 1, 15 credits.

The course is offered as a freestanding course.

The course consists of two modules: Language, culture and communication 3, 7.5 credits, and Language, culture and communication 4, 7.5 credits.

In both modules, the knowledge of German vocabulary and of German morphology and syntax is extended. The students also practice their ability to write varied texts and to interact orally in different situations. Cultural aspects are treated from a historical perspective with some examples from German-speaking countries. In both modules, modern literary texts are studied.

On successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

Knowledge and understanding

• show extended knowledge of the vocabulary of the German language and of German morphology and syntax;
• from a contrastive perspective describe similarities and differences in the vocabulary, morphology and syntax of the German language;
• give an account of and reflect on some expressions of culture and literature in German-speaking countries;

Competence and skills

• demonstrate an ability to make grammatical analyses in written and oral language production;
• apply in oral and written interaction his/her knowledge of the structure of the language to develop his/her own language production;
• reflect critically on some cultural and literary expressions in German-speaking countries from an intercultural perspective;
• use the German language at the A2-B1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages in reading and listening comprehension, conversation/oral interaction, oral and written production;

Judgement and approach

• relate critically to the course material and to his/her own learning.

The course is either given on campus or online. The teaching is given in the form of lectures, seminars, individual and group assignments.

Language of instruction: Swedish and German

Assessment should be based on the individual performance of each student.

The course is assessed through continuous written and oral presentations and through written examinations.

Students who have failed any part of the course are given the possibility of a new test. In connection with written assignments, supplementary assignments may be offered in order for the student to achieve a Pass grade. Such a supplementary assignment should be done within the stipulated time (normally five working days after the result has been posted). Otherwise a Fail grade will be reported.

A student who has passed a subtest may not do a new test for a higher grade. Nor do students have the right to withdraw a submitted test and in such a way avoid being graded.

If a student who has failed the same examined component twice, wants to change examiner before the next examination, they should submit a written request to the department responsible for the course. The request shall be granted unless there are special reasons to the contrary (Chapter 6, Section 22 of Higher Education Ordinance).

If the University of Gothenburg has decided that a student is eligible for special study support, the examiner may, provided it is compatible with the aim of the course and it can be done within the scope of available resources, decide to offer the student an adjusted examination or a different examination format.

If the course has been discontinued or substantially revised, a student should be guaranteed to sit the examination on at least three occasions (including the ordinary examination occasion) during a period of at least one year, but not later than two years after the course was discontinued or revised. As regards internships/placement the same as above applies, with the exception that examination is offered on only one occasion.

The grading scale comprises: Pass with Distinction (VG), Pass (G) and Fail (U). For the grade of Pass with distinction on the whole course, at least 7.5 credits must have been awarded this grade.

The students are given the opportunity to make a written evaluation of the course. The results of the evaluation are published digitally.

The course may be included in a degree as an elective course. The course may however not be included in the progressive specialisation in German as the main field of study.

Equality aspects should be taken into consideration in content, literature, teaching and evaluation.