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Module Catalogue

For information on which modules are specific to your programme, please see : Programme requirements index 2017-2018.

Curricular information may be subject to change.

IT3001 Italian Language 1

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This is the core language module for all students of Italian in the first year of the Honours programme. It builds on the work covered in the first and second level Italian Language modules. The module will include translation from and into Italian; analysis of advanced texts; practice in reading and discussing texts; and advanced Italian conversation.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Permission of the Italian Honours Adviser

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 hours and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 20

Guided independent study hours: 130

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100% (25% Oral test, 75% Continuous assessment)

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 25%
Coursework: 75%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr C Rossignoli