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Italian 5 (ITAL10006)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5Dual-Delivery (Parkville)

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Overview

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The focus of Italian 5 is to assist students to further develop their understanding and competencies in relation to contemporary Italian language and culture. Through an intensive focus on reading of and listening to a broad variety of Italian texts, as well as the practical analysis and application of language use with a particular focus on representation of gender and inclusion, students will extend their linguistic capacities in reading, writing, listening, speaking and describing the Italian language. Students also explore aspects of contemporary Italian literature, society and history through a programmatic study of post-unification Italy. Students develop a critical capacity enabling them to understand and analyse a variety of text types (film, music, mass media, literature, etc.). Communication skills will also be developed through online and face-to-face collaboration in a range of in- and out-of-class activities, including a work-integrated learning group project which involves practical application of Italian language in a school setting.

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 use appropriate linguistic structures and lexical resources, including specialised terminology relating to specific literary, linguistic and cultural aspects of Italian-speaking communities, to communicate in Italian both in writing and speaking;
  • have gained an introduction to some aspects of the core areas of Italian Studies, with specific focus on each through dedicated learning activities;
  • be able to apply research methods appropriately to task;
  • be able to demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of Italian language and culture;
  • be able to actively compare and contrast linguistic and cultural similarities and differences between Italian language and culture and other languages and cultures;
  • through a range of tasks and class experiences, be able to apply a variety of learning techniques to further consolidate knowledge, understanding and ability in relation to Italian language and culture;
  • have consolidated and extended linguistic repertoire and vocabulary.

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 multimedia 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 learnt basic research skills and the use of a variety of reference materials.

Last updated: 8 August 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

All students enrolling in Italian for the first time are required to complete the online language questionnaire/placement test at the link below. This applies to all students, from total beginners through to formal study, such as VCE or equivalent, or informally through family or overseas travel. Upon completion of the placement test, students will receive an email with the outcome and entry point. Within 5 working days of receiving the email, study plans will be updated and students will be able to self-enrol into the first subject of their entry point. The results of the test are binding and enrolment can only be changed with approval from the coordinator of the language major.

It is recommended that students undertake the language placement test at least two weeks prior to the commencement of semester.

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Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

Code Name Teaching period Credit Points
ITAL10004 Italian 1
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
ITAL10005 Italian 2
Semester 2 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
ITAL10008 Italian 1 (Intensive)
Summer Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
Winter Term (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
ITAL20011 Italian 5
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 12.5
ITAL30013 Italian 5
Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville)
 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: 8 August 2023

Assessment

DescriptionTimingPercentage

Three small assignments in weeks 5, 8 and 11

  • 200 words (each)
Hurdle requirement: For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. 		From Week 5 to Week 1115%

History and literature assignment

  • 400 words
Hurdle requirement: For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. 		Week 610%

History and literature essay

  • 1200 words
Hurdle requirement: For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. 		Week 1130%

A group assignment based on the work-integrated learning project

  • 800 words (equivalent)
Hurdle requirement: For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. 		Week 1220%

A final exam (equivalent to 1000 words)

  • 1 hours
Hurdle requirement: For the purposes of meeting this hurdle requirement, each submitted assessment must be complete and constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task. Submitting only part of an assessment (e.g. only the title page) or an assessment on an irrelevant topic will not meet this hurdle requirement. 		During the examination period25%
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. Throughout the teaching periodN/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: 8 August 2023

Dates & times

  • Semester 1
    Principal coordinatorMatt Absalom
    Mode of deliveryDual-Delivery (Parkville)
    Contact hours56 hours: an average of 4.5 hours per week:18 1-hour language seminars scheduled across the semester, a 1-hour conversation class per week, eight 1-hour Contemporary Italy lectures scheduled across the semester, three 1-hour seminars related to the WIL project scheduled across the semester, four 1-hour tutorials scheduled across the semester, three 2-hour film screenings scheduled across the semester, 6 x 1-hour school placements in the second half of the semester
    Total time commitment170 hours
    Teaching period28 February 2022 to 29 May 2022
    Last self-enrol date11 March 2022
    Census date31 March 2022
    Last date to withdraw without fail 6 May 2022
    Assessment period ends24 June 2022

    Semester 1 contact information

    mabsalom@unimelb.edu.au

Time commitment details

170 hours

Last updated: 8 August 2023

Further information

Last updated: 8 August 2023