ATS1230 · Intensive introductory Italian 2 (in country)

Overview

The unit consolidates and extends listening, speaking, reading and writing skills at level A1/A2 of the European language framework. It also provides a deeper knowledge of contemporary Italy, through a focus on key economic and cultural sectors, such as cinema and TV, music, food, fashion and design, tourism, and football.

Areas of study: International studies Italian studies

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Interact in simple discussions and talk about aspects of daily life;
2. Utilise their knowledge of all areas of Italian grammar, with some fluency in speaking, listening, reading and writing
3. Critically analyse specific issues connected to national identity and gender in contemporary Italy
4. Research, evaluate and utilise digital resources and social-media texts about Italian history, culture and society

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement. + Additional requirements + This unit is taught intensively at Prato

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.