This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
This module is for Post-A-level students and students who have mastered level A2 but not yet B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). On successfully completing the module students will have mastered level B1. The emphasis in this course is on furthering knowledge of the structure of the language as well as vocabulary and cultural insights while further developing the speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
Total Contact Hours: 60
Private Study Hours: 240
Total Study Hours: 300
Main assessment methods
• Group Oral In-Course Test (5 minutes per student) – 20%
• Audio-visual Comprehension Online Test (40 minutes) – 20%
• Language Skills Online Test (40 minutes) – 20%
• Reading and Writing Assignment (600 words equivalent) – 20%
• Writing Online Test (40 minutes) – 20%
Reassessment methods
• Reassessment Instrument: 100% Coursework
Indicative Reading List
Balli, M. and Rizzo, G. and Ziglio, L. (2014), Nuovo Espresso: Libro Studente 3 (B1). Alma Edizioni: Firenze.
(2013), Oxford Compact Italian Dictionary. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
(2011), Oxford Italian Mini Dictionary. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, and leisure;
2 Understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency every day or job-related language and most texts likely to encountered whilst travelling an area where the
language is spoken;
3 Deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken and enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of
personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events);
4 Write simple connected texts on topics that are familiar or of personal interest, including letters, describing experiences and impressions;
5 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Italian culture;
6 Get by, with sufficient grammar to express themselves with some hesitation and circumlocutions on topics such as family, hobbies and interests, work, travel, and current
events;
7 Demonstrate improved confidence in the interpretation of texts in another language.
The subject specific learning outcomes comply with the requirements/specifications for the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, level B1.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Demonstrate problem-solving in individual and team work;
2 Use resources independently;
3 Manage their time and prioritise workload;
4 Use information technology effectively.
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