Monash University Handbook 2010 Undergraduate - Unit

Synopsis

Introduction to Ukrainian for students with little or no knowledge of the language. The unit concentrates on the acquisition of practical speaking, reading and writing skills.

Objectives

This subject, with its second-semester continuation, UKR1020 Ukrainian Studies 2, is intended for students with no previous knowledge of Ukrainian. On completing these subjects, students should have acquired an elementary Ukrainian vocabulary and knowledge of the basic rules of Ukrainian grammar. Students should be able to read and understand uncomplicated texts, to understand basic dialogue, to conduct a simple conversation and to write simple sentences. They should be familiar with some aspects of Ukrainian culture and some simple texts of Ukrainian literature.

Assessment

Examinations (1 hour): 40%
Weekly homework and tests: 60%

Chief examiner(s)

Marko Pavlyshyn

Contact hours

5 hours (2 x 1 hour lectures and 3 x 1 hour tutorials) per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Ukrainian studies

Prohibitions

UKR1050, UKR1060