German

The course represents the second half of the intensive language courses for beginners and those with intermediate qualifications. Completion of this course and GM1003 can provide a one-year foundation for those seeking an ancillary language skill, or lead to entry into the Second Level German class and subsequently to an Honours degree in German. The course builds on the work done in Module GM1003. Students complete the second half of a one-year course in modern German and continue to develop their linguistic skills, both written and oral. The course is not for native or heritage speakers of German.

This intermediate level German course practices listening comprehension, reading comprehension, speaking, and writing skills in the context of current topics and various media. It develops skills to understand the main points when clear standard language is used and when dealing with familiar matters from work, school, leisure, etc; cope with most situations encountered while traveling in the language area; express oneself in a simple and coherent manner on familiar topics and areas of personal interest; and report on experiences and events, describe dreams, hopes, and goals, and give brief reasons or explanations for plans and opinions.