Learning Portuguese 1B (Beginners) - HISP3002

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Module delivery information

This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.

Overview

Key grammatical structures and cultural background will be taught through the means of purpose designed Portuguese language course books, video and audio materials. Students will also have access to these materials and Portuguese television channels for self-study in the media lab.

Details

Contact hours

Three hours per week.

Method of assessment

100% Coursework.

Indicative reading

Indicative Reading List:

Português XX1, Livro do Aluno. 2 Tavares Ediçoes Tecnicas Lidel, ISBN: 9727573088.
Preliminary Reading: B. Fausto- A concise History of Brazil and J. Rocha- Brazil in Focus.

See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module students should be able to perform at Level A2 of the Common European Framework. Upon successful completion of the module students should be able to:

1) understand short, simple messages and announcements;
2) read short simple texts and find specific information;
3) communicate in simple, routine situations;
4) write simple notes, messages and short personal letters.

Notes

  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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