Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Synopsis

Develops lower intermediate competence in contemporary Korean, emphasising active oral and writing skills, and the socio-cultural aspects of communication. Students will develop the ability to communicate in everyday social situations, as well as read and write simple texts.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be able to:

1. Speak and comprehend enough to communicate in everyday social situations.
2. Read highly simplified texts from magazines and newspapers.
3. Write a personal letter on simple everyday topics or a simple report on an everyday event.

Assessment

Class tests and written work: 60%
Exam: 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Young-A Cho

Contact hours

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

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

Korean and Korean studies

Prerequisites

ATS1172 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1173, APG4173, APG5173