The course provides students (for whom German is not their mother tongue) with the necessary elements to reach the level of an A2/B1 user according to the CECRL criteria.
The course aims to deepen some of the themes addressed in a rather superficial way in the first semester (e. g. transitive and intransitive verbs, modal verbs, passive voice, etc.).
The course aims to familiarize students with the terminology of German linguistics, the theory of word formation, as well as the basics of phonetics and phonology. The exercises give students the opportunity to develop an active use of the language.
The course provides an overview of how the German language can be divided into different geographical and social varieties.
Introduction to German phonetics and phonology, aimed at facilitating conversation practice.
In-depth study of certain grammatical topics (e.g. transitive and intransitive verbs, modal verbs, the passive voice, etc.) and introduction to the terminology of German linguistics.
Word formation.
Regional and social variation in German.
In addition to the exercises that help students apply the theory dealt with in the course, we also offer seminars aimed at developing their reading comprehension, written expression, and oral expression, as well as exercises (e.g. translation tasks) that allow students to maintain and consolidate the knowledge acquired in the 'Grundkurs' (LALLB105).
Introduction to German [LALLB105]
Ex cathedra course, completed by many exercises.
Written exam (= 75% of the final mark). The terms, conditions and evaluation criteria are described in a separate document that will be available on WebCampus in February.
Permanent evaluation (= 25% of the final mark). The assessment procedures are described in a separate document that will be available on WebCampus in February.
See the books and syllabus used for the "grammar" part of LALLB105 ‘Initiation à la langue allemande’.
PowerPoint presentations and a range of exercises will be made available to students.
| Training | Block | Credits | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English | 1 | 9 | Yes |
| Bachelor in Modern Languages and Literatures: German, Dutch and English | 3 | 9 | No |