Module Details

Module Code: LANG7015
Title: Applied German Studies
Long Title: Applied German Studies
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( September 2019 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2220 - Languages
Module Delivered in: 5 programme(s)
Module Description: This module broadens the student's range of German vocabulary in both everyday and business German. It also prepares students for studying and/or working in Germany. In addition, films, as well as short stories and poems by modern authors, provide a well-rounded appreciation of the German language and culture.
Completion of this module results in attaining a level comparable to B1.1 (also commonly referred to as lower B1) as described in the Common European Framework of Reference for language proficiency.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 describe essential aspects of culture and heritage in the German-speaking regions;
LO2 comprehend an advanced level of spoken German in everyday and business contexts;
LO3 speak an advanced level of German, in business and everyday situations requiring negotiation and resolution;
LO4 write short essays, extended projects, long letters and emails in German;
LO5 comprehend complex authentic texts in German.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
Completion of a minimum level of German of CEFR A2.
 
Indicative Content
German for Business
Topics include: health and safety in the workplace; workplace regulations; problem-solving and negotiation; dealing with complaints, defects and breakdowns; income, standard and cost of living, types of employment contracts, business correspondence.
Listening Skills
Group and paired dramatic role-playing; audio materials; film materials
Speaking Skills
Advanced CALL programmes; group and paired dramatic role-playing, including role-plays based on face-to-face (and telephone) interaction between customer and supplier; attending a job interview
Reading Skills
Reading fairly complex texts (such as long newspaper, internet or magazine articles, as well as short stories and poems) in German; understanding forms and questionnaires.
Writing Skills
business correspondence; customer queries and complaints; short story or film analysis in German; filling out forms such as citizen registration forms, tax forms, and bank account application forms.
Grammar
Revision topics include: Konjunktiv II; Konditional; Passiv (Vergangenheit, Perfekt und Präteritum); Hauptsatz und Nebensatz; Hauptsatz + Infinitivsatz; Relativsätze
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Participation
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 5 Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
Assessment Description
Project: Cultural Studies
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
listening test
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,4,5
Assessment Description
In-class test
Assessment Type Oral Examination/Interview % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 13 Learning Outcomes 2,3
Assessment Description
Sample themes: Unternehmerische Denkweisen; Produktpräsentation und Verkauf; Vorbereitung auf den Umzug nach Deutschland.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Speaking, listening, reading, writing, Landeskunde Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Language lab work Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent revision of language structures and vocabulary; independent project research and writing Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Speaking, listening, reading, writing, Landeskunde Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Language lab work Every Week 2.00 2
Directed Learning Non Contact Independent revision of language structures and vocabulary; independent project research and writing Every Week 2.00 2
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Graziella Guenat (Autor), Peter Hartmann (Autor). (2014), Berufspraxis Deutsch B1, Klett, [ISBN: 9783126757225].
  • Buscha, Anna & Szilvia Szita. (2012), B-Grammatik (Ubungsgrammatiken Deutsch A B C), Schubert, [ISBN: 9783941323100].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Becker, Norbert & Jörg Braunert. (2017), Alltag, Beruf & Co B1/1, Chapter 6-10 only, Hueber, Ismaning, Germany, [ISBN: 9783195015905].
  • Collins. (2013), Collins German Dictionary Complete and Unabridged: For advanced learners and professionals, Collins, [ISBN: 9780007510832].
  • Harst, E. et al. Treffpunkt Beruf B1 (Sections A + B only), Klett / Langenscheidt, [ISBN: 9783126060646].
  • Kaufmann, Susan et al. (2011), Berliner Platz Neu 3, Klett / Langenscheidt.
  • Braunert, J. and Wolfram Schlenker. (2008), Unternehmen Deutsch: Aufbaukurs Lehrbuch, [Chapters 6-8], Klett International, [ISBN: 9783126757454 [LEHRBUCH]; 9783126757461 [ARBEITBBU].
  • Kaminer, Wladimir. (2000), Russendisko, Manhattan Publications, [ISBN: ISBN 3442545196].
  • Appelbaum, Stanley (ed.). (1993), Five Great German Short Stories, Dover, NY, [ISBN: 0486276198].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BBUSS_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) 2 Elective
CR_BBTCM_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Business Technology and Communications 2 Elective
CR_BIBLA_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Business with Language 4 Group Elective 1
CR_BMRKT_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Marketing 8 Elective
CR_FTRSM_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism Management 8 Elective