SFT11717 German Language II (Spring 2025)

The course is connected to the following study programs

• Mandatory course in the One-year German Programme (full-time and part-time).
• Mandatory course in the 60 ECTS part of the Bachelor's Programme in Languages for students with German as one of their chosen languages.

Recommended requirements

The course builds on the course German Language I or equivalent.

Lecture Semester

• One-year German Programme - full-time: 2. semester (spring).
• One-year German Programme - part-time: 2. semester (spring).
• Bachelor's Programme in Languages with German as one of their chosen languages, 1. year: 2. semester (spring).
• Bachelor's Programme in Languages with German as one of their chosen languages, 2. year: 4. semester (spring).

The student's learning outcomes after completing the course

Knowledge

The student

• has insight into basic topics in German syntax and the terminology they must master to navigate academic literature.

 

Skills

The student

• can explain fundamental aspects of German grammar and also apply this knowledge in practice by communicating correctly and functionally in writing.
• is able to understand authentic German texts and convey their language skills.

 

General competence

The student

• has insight into language structures and grammatical terminology, as well as insight into how language knowledge can be conveyed.

Content

The course is divided into:

a) Grammar II: Students gain increased insight into the language system of German by presenting fundamental aspects of German syntax.

b) Written language proficiency: The practical and theoretical foundation from German Language I is further developed towards a more precise, nuanced, and varied language. Free written production will be central. The ability to understand German is enhanced through training in translating German texts into Norwegian.

Students who do not have proficiency in Norwegian are offered translation texts from/to English during the exam. In consultation with the instructor, Norwegian-language literature may be replaced with German.

Forms of teaching and learning

The teaching is provided on the university's learning platform. Here, the subject matter is presented, and it is assumed that students actively participate in discussions and other online activities related to the academic topics. Practical work with assignments and exercises will be carried out. It may also be relevant to have project/group assignments. It is strongly recommended that students regularly participate in the weekly webinars. Therefore, they must be prepared to use both microphone and camera during online classes.

Workload

Approximately. 280 hours.

Coursework requirements - conditions for taking the exam

Two individual assignments must be submitted by specific deadlines.

Required courseworks must be approved before the student can proceed to the exam.

Examination

Individual written exam (5 hours)

The student's knowledge in analysis and terminology in grammar will be tested, as well as their ability to formulate and use grammatical rules. In written language proficiency, a translation of an unknown text from Norwegian to German and a translation of an unknown text from German to Norwegian will be provided. In the assessment, primary emphasis is placed on the student's ability to write as grammatically correct German as possible, demonstrate good formulation skills, and exhibit good text comprehension.

No aids are allowed.

Grading scale A-F.

As a general rule, the written exam is held on campus. Students who wish to take the written exam at another approved location must apply for this using a separate form.

Examiners

External and internal examiner or two internal examiners.

Course evaluation

Feedback from our students is crucial for us to be able to offer the best possible courses and study programmes. This course is evaluated in the following way:

• mid-semester evaluation
• ongoing evaluation/final evaluation

The results are processed by:

• Teaching group
• Head of studies
• Programme committee

Literature

The reading list will be published in Leganto.