This module is set at A1/A2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This module aims to: To give an overview of major trends in German culture and society in the post-war period. To consolidate and develop basic communicative skills acquired in GE4211 To introduce further basic grammatical structures/functions and consolidate those covered in previous module.

This syllabus is set at A1/A2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Lecture: Postwar German-speaking countries: society and institutions; political, economic, cultural and literary trends; contemporary literature and culture in the German-speaking countries of Europe. Tutorials: The course builds on GE4211, introducing further grammatical structures, functions and vocabulary. Development of all four language skills in the classroom and laboratories. Transfer of known structures to a variety of communicative contexts. Further guidance will be given to students on how best to develop self-study skills to reinforce material covered during the course. One tutorial provides an introduction to German drama and further short stories. Language Laboratory: One hour per week will be spent in the computer laboratory, consolidating grammar and develop self-study skills to reinforce material covered during the course.

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: Identify and discuss in English and German the main historical and cultural events shaping the German-speaking countries since 1945. Appropriately interpret and extrapolate from authentic and near-authentic spoken and written target language text in a broader range of situations. Summarise information and develop narratives and descriptions relating to a variety of contexts. Present information orally and in writing on specific topics at an appropriate level in the target language. Combine previously-studied vocabulary and structures appropriately in new situations. Consolidate previously-acquired knowledge and synthesise information on more specific cultural linguistic and social issues in the target language cultures.

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On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: Articulate oral production with more precise pronunciation, including intonation.

The module consists of a lecture common to all Humanities and Business students studying German, plus four classroom hours and one hour in the language laboratory; these hours combine the development of linguistic and cultural knowledge relating to German-speaking countries. Students will be engaged in active learning both inside and outside the classroom and will be encouraged to develop autonomous language learning strategies.