German, One-year Programme

Study programme code TYSK60

ECTS credits 60

Admission requirements Higher Education Entrance Qualification

Recommended previous knowledge

German as level 2 in upper secondary school or the equivalent.

General description and profile of the programme The programme aims to provide knowledge about the German language and the literature, history and culture of the German area. A study trip to Germany is offered (if the number of participants is sufficient).

Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning (formal, non-formal and informal) Arrangements for the recognition of prior learning are described in the information on the institution under "General arrangements for the recognition of prior learning (formal, informal and non-formal)".

Examination regulations and grading For a description of the examination regulations, see the Examination Regulations of the University of Agder.

For information about the Norwegian grading system, see ECTS credits and grades. Specific information on grading for each course is found in the individual course descriptions.

Graduation requirements The Examination Regulations of the University of Agder regulate the graduation requirements for each programme of study.

Learning outcomes After completing the course students will have
- trained their oral and written proficiency of German
- acquired a basic knowledge of German language (grammar and phonetics)
- acquired knowledge of German literature and culutre in the German speaking countries
- acquired knowledge of didactic problems related to language and text

Teaching methods Lectures, seminars, exercises. Students are advised to attend classes on a regular basis.Obligatory assignments.

Assessment methods Forms of assessment may vary; see course descriptions.

Occupational profiles of graduates and access to further studies In combination with Postgraduate Certificate in Education the programme qualifies to teach on lower secondary and upper secondary school levels, and may also be useful as a background for a broad spectre of positions in which knowledge of German is an essential qualification. The course can be a part of th general teacher training (ALU). The autumn term (30 study credits) with ALU gives teaching qulaifications on lower secondary level.

Other information The three courses given in the autumn semester may qualify for teaching German in primary and lower secondary school.

Unspecified Bachelor's Degree:
The following courses may constitute a minor subject of 40 ECTS credits in German:
TY-114 German Language 1 (10 ECTS credits)
TY-116 Practical German 1 (10 ECTS credits)
TY-117 Practical German 2 (10 ECTS credits)
TY-118 German Literature 1 (10 ECTS credits)

Contact person Allan Folkestad (38141712, allan.r.folkestad@uia.no)