This course continues with the development of listening and reading comprehension skills and with the development of oral and written communication. This includes a review and extension of basic German grammar and vocabulary, and training in and reflection on language learning strategies.

The course focuses also on the analysis of literary and non literary texts - appropriate to the language level - about life and culture of the German-speaking societies. Furthermore, it engages students in learning opportunities in the area of intercultural communication.

1. On successful completion, the student will have enough language to communicate on most topics and current events.
2. He/she will also be able to analyse the language systematically and reflect on linguistic structures.
3. Furthermore, the student will be able to read short literary and non-literary texts and relate them to German-speaking culture.
4. He/she will also have an understanding of current affairs in the German-speaking societies.
5. Students will also have the opportunity to develop some generic skills, e.g. critical thinking, written and oral communication, researching a topic, and teamwork.

This course has continuous assessment to provide students with regular feedback on their learning progress.

Two tests (15% each), three written assignments (10% each), oral presentation (15%), and a final examination (25%).

GERM2103 or equivalent language proficiency

TBA