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Contemporary Italy Study Abroad (ITAL20004)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2020
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Overview
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This subject provides students with a four-week intensive language and culture experience in Italy. Beginning in Milan, students will stay in a number of Italian cities/regions including Pavia, Parma, Prato/Florence, Sorrento and Rome. The focus of the subject will be an exploration of aspects of contemporary Italy including language, culture, society and the Arts. Students will be involved in a range of collaborative activities with local Italians, be exposed to Italian language and culture as it unfolds in everyday life in the 21st century and visit first hand a series of iconic Italian locations.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to interpret and analyse a variety of texts and genres, both written and spoken, of a moderate level of complexity;
- be able to interact through written and spoken language in a range of authentic contexts using appropriate language while in-country;
- have explored elements of contemporary Italian culture and Italian linguistics through direct contact while in-country;
- be able to apply research methods appropriately to task;
- be able to critically reflect on contemporary Italian language and culture based on direct experience while in-country;
- be able to actively compare and contrast linguistic and cultural similarities and differences between assumptions of Italian language and culture and real life exposure while in-country;
- be able to through a range of tasks and class experiences, apply a variety of learning techniques to further consolidate knowledge, understanding and ability in relation to Italian language and culture;
- be able to communicate effectively with a range of interlocuters while in-country.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should:
- have developed an ability to communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically both in writing and orally through assessment (including technology-mediated activities), tutorial and online discussion and class presentations;
- have developed confidence in self-expression through participation in the subject at different levels and assessable presentations;
- have developed a range of IT literacy skills through online activities;
- have developed a team spirit and collaborative approach to learning through group work;
- be able to demonstrate time management and planning skills through completion of assessment and other required in-class activities;
- have honed interactional and intercultural communication skills;
- have developed basic research skills and the use of a variety of reference materials;
- have developed global citizenship through in-country experience.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Entry to this subject can be met through:
- completion of at least 25 points of Italian Studies subjects with an average grade of H2B or above;
- additional entry requirements also apply (please see below).
Note: Special entry conditions apply. Itinerary and travel arrangements available from the School of Languages and Linguistics. Students will need to apply to Australians Studying Abroad in April / May for this subject. Further information here.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ITAL30005 | Contemporary Italy Study Abroad | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Contemporary language and culture group project
| During the teaching period in Nov/Dec | 20% |
Regular language exercises
| During the teaching period in Nov/Dec | 15% |
Oral presentation, equivalent to 400 words
| During the teaching period in Nov/Dec | 10% |
Reflective intercultural journal
| January the following year | 15% |
Final research paper
| January the following year | 40% |
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2020
Time commitment details
170 hours
Additional delivery details
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Materials provided by the School.
- Off-campus study
This subject has an overseas component
students will stay in a number of Italian cities/regions including Pavia, Parma, Prato/Florence, Sorrento and Rome
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Italian Studies Specialisation (formal) Italian Studies - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Science
- Links to additional information
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024