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IT2001   Second Level Italian

Academic year(s): 2019-2020

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 8

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 12 noon (with special arrangements in place for students on programmes in 'Italian and Mathematics') Mon & Thu

This Second Level Italian module aims at further developing the language skills acquired in First level Italian modules, and at enabling students to achieve an intermediate level in reading, writing, listening and speaking in Italian. The module also introduces students to diverse elements of Italian culture (film and literature) and language used in different periods.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass IT1002 or pass IT1004

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 language classes, 1 culture lecture, 1 culture seminar and 1 surgery hour.

Scheduled learning hours: 50

Guided independent study hours: 150

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100% (15% Oral test, 85% culture essays and language work)

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 15%
Coursework: 85%

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