With an emphasis on academic German, this course continues with the development of advanced listening and reading skills, oral and written communication, and critical analysis of cultural texts and contemporary issues. The course introduces students to an extended example of contemporary German literature and engages students in the study of topical issues in contemporary German-speaking societies, including a research project (Hausarbeit) on Switzerland. Students will also develop skills in giving a formal class presentation with academic content (Referat), and in intercultural communication.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- select an appropriate formulation from a broad range of language to express themselves clearly, without having to restrict what they want to say;
- read and analyse longer literary texts, e.g. novels, and relate them to German-speaking cultures;
- conduct a small research project in German: developing research questions, finding relevant literature, and structuring and writing a research essay including appropriate referencing; and
- demonstrate advanced critical thinking in understanding, synthesising and interpreting complex cultural topics and contemporary issues by using discursive and argumentative registers
Indicative Assessment
- Essay, 1000 words (20) [LO 1,2,4]
- Research project, 800-1000 words (25) [LO 1,3,4]
- Weekly forum posts (Week 5-12) (10) [LO 1,2,4]
- In-class mid-semester test covering grammar, vocabulary, comprehension and written communication, 2 hours (20) [LO 1,2,4]
- In-class oral presentation, 20 minutes (15) [LO 1,2,3,4]
- Participation, including evidence of preparation, attendance, and active class engagement (10) [LO 1,2,4]
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Workload
130 hours of total student learning time made up from:
a) 42 hours of contact over 12 weeks, including peer-to-peer and tutorial activities, and
b) 88 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
Requisite and Incompatibility
Prescribed Texts
These will be communicated via the course Wattle page
Assumed Knowledge
Students should have an assumed language proficiency equivalent to the successful completion of GERM3007 or GERM3103.
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
Commonwealth Support (CSP) Students
If you have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). More information about your student contribution amount for each course at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 1
- Unit value:
- 6 units
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| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
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Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8557 | 27 Jul 2026 | 03 Aug 2026 | 31 Aug 2026 | 30 Oct 2026 | In Person | N/A |