Course overview
Building on the language sections of Upper-Intermediate German A, this course is aimed to further develop students' proficiency in the four language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - through a combination of readings and reproductive and creative exercises. It also aims to enhance students' intercultural understanding through the use of authentic texts that focus on aspects of contemporary society in German-speaking countries and promote comparison and discussion.
Course learning outcomes
- Language proficiency in German corresponding to Level B2 of the Common European Framework for Languages
- Deeper knowledge and understanding of the structure and conventions governing the use of German and an ability to use them to communicate effectively in an extendedrange of situations and for an extendedrange of purposes
- Deeper knowledge and critical understanding of aspects of German culture and society and the way in which they are represented
- Ability to make effective use of the available resources for German and German Studies to answer more complex questions and explore more complex problems relating to German language, society and culture
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in the target language coherently, with a degree of fluency andreasonably accurately
- Awareness of social and cultural issues in German-speaking contexts and an appreciation of their wider impact
- Ability ot work independently and cooperatively to explore issues relating to German language, society and culture in greater depth
- A very good foundation for further study and research in German language and culture and for travel, study or work in a German-speaking environment.
Degree list
The following degrees include this course