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German Cultural Studies C (GERM30002)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Semester 1
Overview
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This subject consists of advanced study of an aspect of German cultural studies, broadly defined. Students will study topics such as the literature, media, culture or history of German-speaking societies. The topics will be taught by subject matter experts in German and will vary from semester-to-semester. The subject aims to provide a deep understanding of German-speaking societies in the modern era, via specific topics. Students will develop an understanding of the topic, its contemporary or enduring relevance, as well as mastery of language structures and vocabulary needed to understand, analyse and discuss the topic in German.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of key ideas and texts in German cultural studies and be able to critically reflect on and confidently make use of such ideas and texts
- Gain an understanding of the historical and cultural context of the topics under discussion and their enduring relevance for contemporary German-speaking societies
- Gain a critical appreciation of the subject matter including reading primary and secondary literature in both German and English
- Acquire the linguistic structures and vocabulary appropriate to the topic sufficient to contribute to seminar discussion, class presentations and writing on topics at length in German.
Generic skills
At the completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to synthesise complex information in order to present summaries in verbal and written communication
- Have acquired time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for reading, class preparation and assessment
- Have developed specific language structures and vocabulary specific to the topic
- Be able to utilise online tools to improve their comprehension and expression in German, while understanding how to manage academic integrity within the online environment.
Last updated: 19 March 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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GERM10007 | German 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM10008 | German 7 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM10009 | German 8 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM20001 | German 7 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM20002 | German 8 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM20008 | German 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM30006 | German 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM30021 | German 7 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
GERM30022 | German 8 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
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: 19 March 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Short in-class presentation equivalent to 500 words
| From Week 3 to Week 11 | 10% |
45 minute writing task
| Week 6 | 20% |
45 minute writing task
| Week 11 | 20% |
Written Task
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 19 March 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Birgit Lang Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours: 3 hours per week, consisting of 1 x 1 hour seminar and 1 x 2 hour seminar per week. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
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Last updated: 19 March 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Diploma in Arts Course Bachelor of Arts Course Diploma in Languages Major German Studies - Breadth options
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- Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Language Placement Test required
- 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: 19 March 2024