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Italian 5 (ITAL10006)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
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
- 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
- Gain an introduction to some aspects of the core areas of Italian Studies, with specific focus on each through dedicated learning activities
- Apply research methods appropriately to task
- Demonstrate an appreciation of the diversity of Italian language and culture
- 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, 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
Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:
- Develop 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
- Develop confidence in self-expression through participation in the subject at different levels and assessable presentations
- Develop a range of IT literacy skills through online multimedia activities
- Develop a team spirit and collaborative approach to learning through group work
- 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: 19 March 2024
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.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ITAL10004 | Italian 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ITAL10005 | Italian 2 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ITAL10008 | Italian 1 (Intensive) | Winter Term (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ITAL20011 | Italian 5 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ITAL30013 | Italian 5 | Semester 1 (On Campus - 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: 19 March 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Three small assignments in weeks 5, 8 and 11
| From Week 5 to Week 11 | 15% |
History and literature assignment
| Week 6 | 10% |
History and literature essay
| Week 11 | 30% |
A group assignment based on the work-integrated learning project
| Week 12 | 20% |
A final exam (equivalent to 1000 words)
| During the examination period | 25% |
Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance at tutorials, seminars, or workshops. There is an expectation that students attend lectures. | 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 Elena Pirovano Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total of 57 hours: Eighteen 1-hour language seminars scheduled across the semester, one 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, six 1-hour school placements in the second half of the semester. 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
- Material provided by the School
Recommended texts and other resources
- Adorni, S and Primorac, S. (2011) English Grammar for Students of Italian.
- Danesi, M. (2004) Using Italian Vocabulary. Cambridge.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Specialisation (formal) Italian Studies Major Italian Studies Breadth Track Italian - Entry Point 5 - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- 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 (Production)
- 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 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