2368 - Diploma in Languages (German)
This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the Faculty information section of this Handbook by the managing faculty for this course
| Abbreviated title | DipLang(German) |
|---|---|
| Managing faculty | Arts |
| Intake restrictions | Students must be enrolled in a bachelor or double degree at an Australian university. Enrolment in this course requires approval from the student's home faculty/university. This course is not available to international student visa holders. |
| Study location and mode | On-campus (Clayton) |
| Total credit points required | 48 |
| Duration (years) | 1 year FT, 2 years PT |
| Contact details | http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/contact_us/ |
Description
This course provides students with the opportunity to complete a major in German language and culture while studying their primary undergraduate degree. Students acquire a grasp of German language (ranging from beginners to advanced levels) while undertaking elective units that explore issues and concepts relating to German society and culture, and to linguistics. The German program also offers study abroad opportunities for students of all levels.
Objectives
Students will gain competence in their chosen language to a level equivalent to an undergraduate major, (beginners to advanced, depending on commencement level). They will also gain an understanding of social and cultural aspects of the countries from which the language comes.
Structure
Students complete a standard 48 point major consisting of a first year sequence of 12 points and one of the following:
- 12 points of second year level studies (normally two units) and 24 points of third-year level studies (normally four units)
- 18 points of second-year level studies (normally three units) and 18 points of third-year level studies (normally three units).
Requirements
This course requires students to complete a major (48 points) in German studies. For information on the units required refer to the 'Areas of study' section in this Handbook at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2009handbooks/aos/arts-ug-study-german-studs.html.
Award(s) received on completion
Diploma in Languages (German)
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