Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Units

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is used by the faculty to enrol students undertaking outbound exchange studies at a host institution. Students will not be able to enrol in this unit via WES. The faculty will manage the enrolment of students undertaking an outbound exchange program to ensure fees and credit are processed accurately.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Chinese 4 completes an overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Speaking classes cover practical, everyday situations to develop interactive competence at a basic level in a range of situations likely to be encountered in daily life in contemporary China. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and reading skills will be further developed through the use of audio/visual, Web-based and computer assisted learning materials.

Objectives

Building on the language skills acquired in Chinese 3, on successful completion of Chinese 4 students will have developed:

1. The ability to read and write around an additional 200 Chinese characters (900) total.
2. An understanding of the basic syntax system of Modern Standard Chinese and of the similarities and differences between it and English.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework with which to analyse and describe the vernacular Chinese under study facilitating progression to later study of formal written Chinese (in Chinese Media Studies and Advanced Chinese).
4. Comprehension skills necessary o read simple modern vernacular texts.
5. Basic Chinese word processing skills.
6. Oral/aural skills necessary to communicate quantitatively and qualitatively in a range of everyday, practical situations (approximates to International Second Language Proficiency Level 1+: transactional proficiency (able to satisfy all survival needs and limited social needs)).

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Exam and tests: 50%
Oral test and class performance: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Robert Irving

Contact hours

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

Prerequisites

Chinese 3 or equivalent/permission

Prohibitions

ATS1004, ATS1024, ATS2004, ATS2024, ATS3024, APG4024, APG5004, APG5024

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides students with Chinese language training in a business and commerce context. By exposing students to a specialised business text style, students who wish to further improve their Chinese language proficiency can have an opportunity to grasp the language features of business texts and practice writing and translating related texts, thus developing their current bilingual language proficiency as well as broadening their career opportunities.

Objectives

Students are expected to achieve the following goals upon successful completion of the unit:

1. to acquire familiarity with the basic linguistic features of Chinese business text through discourse analysis;
2. to acquire basic Chinese business writing skills;
3. to foster basic translation skills in translating business texts;
4. to further improve their knowledge of the Chinese language in the specific business context.

Assessment

Written work and class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar and one 2-hour lecture per week

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1013, ATS1033, ATS2013, ATS2033, ATS3013, ATS3033, ATS4013, ATS4033, APG5013, APG5033

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides students with further Chinese language training in a business and commerce context. Having been exposed to texts in a specialised business style, students will further improve their Chinese language proficiency, and will be introduced to an increased range of language features common to Chinese business texts. Students will continue to practise writing and translating related texts and will be required to display a greater level of sophistication and understanding in both their translation and original writing than in Chinese for Business Communication part 1; This will further promote students' bilingual language proficiency and broaden their career opportunities.

Objectives

Students are expected to achieve the following goals upon successful completion of the unit:

1. to familiarise with an expanded range of features of business text through discourse analysis;
2. to extend basic Chinese business writing skills acquired in Chinese for Business Communication Part 1;
3. to extend translation skills in translating business text;
4. to further improve their knowledge of the Chinese language in the specific business context.

Assessment

Written work and class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar and one 2-hour lecture per week

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1014, ATS1034, ATS2014, ATS2034, ATS3014, ATS3034, ATS4014, ATS4034, APG5014, APG5034

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It introduces students to advanced intermediate spoken and written standard Chinese. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and speaking skills will be further developed through project work with a focus on Chinese culture.

Objectives

This unit is available to students who have passed Chinese 5, or who have equivalent language ability. Upon successful completion of this unit students will develop:

1. An understanding of some current issues in China and the ability to express personal views on such issues in Chinese
2. The ability to discuss topics related to their own fields of interest in Chinese
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework and vocabulary that enables them to write in a relatively sophisticated manner
4. The ability to write different kinds of prose and poetry in Chinese
5. The ability to present their project work in Chinese in a small group.

Assessment

Tests and class assessments: 50%
Exam: 35%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

Prerequisites

Chinese 5 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1006, ATS1026, ATS2006, ATS2026, ATS3006, ATS3026, APG4006, APG5006, APG5026

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Chief examiner(s)

Warren Sun

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Chief examiner(s)

Warren Sun

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Consolidation and extension of ATS1173. Topics include everyday social situations, such as narrating personal experiences, enquiring about or expressing knowledge and opinions, and making arrangements. Students will read simplified texts from newspapers, and write simple texts such as a diary. They will be introduced to expressions in different registers in the spoken and written language and the social and cultural aspects of Korean society necessary to understand them.

Objectives

Upon completing this unit, students should:+ Be able to confidently communicate in everyday social situations;+ Read simple texts from magazines and newspapers on a variety of topics;+ Understand expressions in different registers and their social and cultural background;+ Write competently in Korean on simple subjects.

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Young-A Cho

Contact hours

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

Prerequisites

APG4173 or equivalent

Prohibitions

APG5174, ATS1174, ATS2174

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Development and consolidation of Korean language skills in speaking, reading and writing. Students will develop the ability to have moderately sophisticated conversations and to comprehend diverse reading materials

Objectives

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

• Speak and comprehend Korean with structural accuracy and vocabulary sufficient to manage most social situations;
• Gain information from spoken and written sources in Korean using dictionaries;+ Read about and discuss issues regarding contemporary features of Korean society.

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Young-A Cho

Contact hours

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

Prerequisites

APG4175 or equivalent

Prohibitions

APG5176, ATS1176, ATS2176, ATS3176

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit gives students a grounding in the history of twentieth century anthropological theories of culture, and addresses the crisis in culture theory in the last decades of the century. By the middle of the semester, students will be able to develop a viable definition of culture and flexible but critical theory of ethnographic representation. In the second half of the semester, students will develop conference papers in which they reinterpret a major ethnographic contribution within a particular area (e.g., a classic monograph from Oceania) in light of the critical theoretical training they have received.

Objectives

There are four main objectives for this unit, considered both in terms of content and skills and experiences. Students will:

1. Learn the broad historical outlines of the development of anthropological theories of culture, from early ideas of sociocultural evolution to later theories of structural functionalism, structuralism, and interpretive anthropology
2. Continue to improve their ability to think with scholarly rigor and philosophical depth on the subject of culture while beginning to formulate their own ideas about how best to study it.
3. Develop the ability to write a focused and analytically rigorous conference paper of approximately 4,000-5,000 words,
4. Develop the ability to present such a paper to their peers. All of these objectives are interrelated, and the unit is designed to lead the students toward greater independence and confidence in their abilities to be original and productive thinkers.

Assessment

Midterm essay (1000 words): 20%
Final essay (3500 words): 35%
Conference presentation based on final essay(3500 words): 35%
Participation 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Francesca Collins

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar per week

Prerequisites

A first-year sequence in Anthropology or History or Politics or Sociology or a cognate discipline or by permission

Prohibitions

ANY3520

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The unit explores the ways in which different cultures confront the experience of death through metaphor, ritual, and symbolic association, and the ways in which they memorialize the dead. It considers the nature of beliefs about life, death and the hereafter; funerary rituals and strategies for body disposal; the physical and symbolic boundaries between the worlds of the living and the dead; the perceived impact of the dead on the affairs of the living; the dying process as a public or private event; taboos about dying and death in everyday discourse and the language used regarding death; death in myths. Examples will be drawn from major religious traditions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism), ancient Mediterranean cultures, and modern secular societies, including contemporary Australia.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will:

1. Gain familiarity and be conversant with the main conceptions and ritualisation of death and symbolic themes in a range of different cultures and societies.
2. Reflect critically on the influence particular death ethos has on the conduct of the living.
3. Understand the nature and the social function of death related practices.
4. Develop a capacity to understand, analyse and contextualise the symbolic language of death.
5. Research and complete a research essay that considers the process of memory and ceremony in relation to the dead, within a specific cultural situation.

Assessment

Written work: 80% (7000 words)
Tutorial presentation: 20% (2000 words)

Chief examiner(s)

Tamara Prosic

Prohibitions

ATS4340, APG5340

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit examine various debates about World War II legacies in the Asian region, affecting particularly Japan's relationship with Korea, with China and with various other peoples and nations that suffered from Japan's invasion up to 1945. As well as examining the parameters of these debates, the unit encourages reflection on the politicised and consumable nature of the past, and on the processes of remembering and forgetting upon which the identity of nations and communities are built.

Objectives

Upon completion of the unit, the students should have 1) acquired a solid foundation of knowledge about the Second World War in Asia and the Pacific 2)become familiar with a number of specific issues related to war legacies and war memory 3)developed critical insights into the contested and fluid nature of representations of the past, and become familiar with the major writers in the area 4)developed research and interpretation skills through preparation for and participation in the weekly seminars, and through preparation for their written assignments 5) practised devising a feasible research project 6) practised presenting and debating ideas and interpretations effectively and in an informed manner, both orally and in writing

Assessment

Written work: 100% (9000 words)

Contact hours

1 one-hour lecture per week for 13 weeks and 1 two-hour seminar per week for 12 weeks

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit extends upon the core MCESM units to provide students with tools to identify and engage stakeholders for successful social, environmental and economic outcomes; evaluate the dimension and types of stakeholder relationships; what drives stakeholders and what strategies are used to influence organisations' operations. It debates what organisations' responsibilities are to stakeholders and how to engage them in effective stakeholder dialogue to mitigate environmental, social and economic risks. The unit provides the intellectual tools required to relate theoretical concepts to the daily implications of engaging stakeholders in organisational decision-making, for sustainable outcomes.

Objectives

Effective stakeholder engagement is a critical success factor for corporate, social and environmental sustainability. The objective of this unit is to provide students the tools to identify and effectively engage stakeholders to mitigate environmental and social risks and negotiate successful social, environmental and economic outcomes.
Students successfully completing this unit will be expected to demonstrate:

1. Understanding of why effective stakeholder engagement is critical in driving CSR and CS agendas in organisations
2. Understanding of organisation-stakeholder relationships and how they impact organisational performance
3. Stakeholder dialogue techniques for effective communication and engagement with stakeholder groups
4. Understanding of strategies and tools for effective stakeholder engagement.

Assessment

Assignment (2000 words): 30%
Class presentation/simulation: 20%
Group assignment (5000 words): 50%.

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar per week

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides an introduction to spoken and written modern standard Chinese to students with no prior knowledge of Mandarin. An overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese is begun with equal emphasis on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Objectives

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

1. Read around 250 Chinese characters and identify important associated radicals.
2. Write around 250 Chinese characters in simple composition.
3. Use oral/aural skills necessary for communication in a small number of everyday practical situations.
4. Use the pinyin romanisation system.

Assessment

Written work and tests: 60%
Exam: 25%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Scott Grant

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

Chinese language

Prohibitions

ATS1021, ATS2001, ATS2021, APG4001, APG4021, APG5001, APG5021

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit continues the overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese begun in Chinese 1. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.

Objectives

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

1. Read around an additional 250 Chinese characters (500 in total) and identify important associated radicals.
2. Write around an additional 250 Chinese characters in simple composition (around 500 in total).
3. Use oral/aural skills necessary for communication in a range of everyday practical situations (approximates to International Second Language Proficiency level 1-: minimum creative proficiency).

Assessment

Written work and tests: 60%
Exam: 25%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Scott Grant

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 1 or equivalent/permission

Prohibitions

ATS1022, ATS2002, ATS2022, APG4002, APG4022, APG5002, APG5022

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Chinese 3 continues the overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese begun in Chinese 1 and 2. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Speaking classes cover practical, everyday situations, to develop interactive competence at a basic level in a range of situations likely to be encountered in daily life in contemporary China. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and reading skills will be further developed through the use of audio/visual, Web-based and computer-assisted language learning materials.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have acquired:

1. The ability to read and write an additional 200 Chinese characters (700 in total).
2. A preliminary understanding of the basic syntax of Modern Standard Chinese and of the similarities and differences between it and English.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework with which to analyse and describe the vernacular Chinese under study.
4. Oral/aural skills necessary to communicate quantitatively and qualitatively in a range of everyday, practical situations.
5. Cultural (socio-political) knowledge to enhance understanding of the texts under study and the cultural sensitivity to communicate using appropriate levels of formality with Chinese from mainland China, Taiwan and various parts of the Chinese Diaspora.

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Exam and tests: 50%
Oral test and class performance: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Robert Irving

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

VCE Chinese (CSL) or IB Chinese (students may be required to sit a placement test to determine Chinese language proficiency)

Prohibitions

ATS1023, ATS2003, ATS2023, ATS3023, APG4003, APG4023, APG5003, APG5023

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Chinese 4 completes an overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Speaking classes cover practical, everyday situations to develop interactive competence at a basic level in a range of situations likely to be encountered in daily life in contemporary China. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and reading skills will be further developed through the use of audio/visual, Web-based and computer assisted learning materials.

Objectives

Building on the language skills acquired in Chinese 3, on successful completion of Chinese 4 students will have developed:

1. The ability to read and write around an additional 200 Chinese characters (900) total.
2. An understanding of the basic syntax system of Modern Standard Chinese and of the similarities and differences between it and English.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework with which to analyse and describe the vernacular Chinese under study facilitating progression to later study of formal written Chinese (in Chinese Media Studies and Advanced Chinese).
4. Comprehension skills necessary o read simple modern vernacular texts.
5. Basic Chinese word processing skills.
6. Oral/aural skills necessary to communicate quantitatively and qualitatively in a range of everyday, practical situations (approximates to International Second Language Proficiency Level 1+: transactional proficiency (able to satisfy all survival needs and limited social needs)).

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Exam and tests: 50%
Oral test and class performance: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Robert Irving

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 3 or equivalent/permission

Prohibitions

ATS1024, ATS2004, ATS2024, ATS3024, APG4004, APG4024, APG5004, APG5024

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will introduce students to advanced intermediate spoken and written standard Chinese. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and speaking skills will be further developed through project work with a focus on Chinese culturE.

Objectives

This unit is available to students who have a Chinese language ability equivalent to Chinese 4. Upon successful completion of this subject students will develop:

1. An understanding of some current issues in China and the ability to express personal views on such issues in Chinese.
2. The ability to discuss topics related to their own fields of interest in Chinese.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework and vocabulary that enables them to write in a relatively sophisticated manner.
4. The ability to write different kinds of prose and poetry in Chinese.
5. The ability to present their project work in Chinese in a small group.

Assessment

Tests and class assessments: 50%
Exam: 35%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 4 language proficiency as determined by placement test

Prohibitions

ATS1025, ATS2005, ATS2025, ATS3005, ATS3025, APG4005, APG4025, APG5005, APG5025

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will introduce students to advanced intermediate spoken and written standard Chinese. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and speaking skills will be further developed through project work with a focus on Chinese culture.

Objectives

This unit is available to students who have passed Chinese 5, or who have equivalent language ability. Upon successful completion of this unit students will develop:

1. An understanding of some current issues in China and the ability to express personal views on such issues in Chinese.
2. The ability to discuss topics related to their own fields of interest in Chinese.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework and vocabulary that enables them to write in a relatively sophisticated manner.
4. The ability to write different kinds of prose and poetry in Chinese.
5. The ability to present their project work in Chinese in a small group.

Assessment

Tests and class assessments: 50%
Exam: 35%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

ATS1005 or equivalent/permission

Prohibitions

ATS1026, ATS2006, ATS2026, ATS3006, ATS3026, APG4006, APG4026, APG5006, APG5026

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will introduce students to a range of primarily literary texts in contemporary Chinese. Students' ability to understand contemporary China and their skills in speaking, listening and writing will be further developed through various classroom activities of reading, translations and discussions and through essay-writing.

Objectives

The subject aims to provide students with:

1. General knowledge that will enhance their understanding of contemporary Chinese culture and society.
2. The ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms, consolidating skills already acquired at the Advanced Intermediate level.
3. Strategies of cross-cultural conceptualisation, incorporating translation skills, crucial to critical thinking on a range of cultural and social topics concerning contemporary China. Translation and reading exercises developed for this part of the course are based primarily on texts in standard Chinese from the People's Republic of China.

Assessment

Class participation (450 words equivalent): 10%; Seminar paper and associated oral presentation (1350 words equivalent): 20%
10%; Two written assignments (1350 words in total): 30%; Written examination (1350 words equivalent): 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Warren Sun

Contact hours

4 hours (2 x 2 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 6 level language proficiency as determined by placement test

Prohibitions

ATS1027, ATS2007, ATS3007, ATS3027, APG4007, ATS4007, ATS4027, APG5007, APG5027

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will introduce students to a range of primarily literary texts in contemporary Chinese. Students' ability to understand contemporary China and their skills in speaking, listening and writing will be further developed through various classroom activities of reading, translations and discussions and through essay-writing.

Objectives

The subject aims to provide students with:

1. General knowledge that will enhance their understanding of contemporary Chinese culture and society.
2. The ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms, consolidating skills already acquired at the Advanced Intermediate level.
3. Strategies of cross-cultural conceptualisation, incorporating translation skills, crucial to critical thinking on a range of cultural and social topics concerning contemporary China. Translation and reading exercises developed for this part of the course are based primarily on texts in standard Chinese from the People's Republic of China.

Assessment

Class participation (450 words equivalent): 10%; Seminar paper and associated oral presentation(1350 words equivalent): 20%
10%; Two written assignments (1350 words in total): 30%; Written examination (1350 words equivalent): 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Huang

Contact hours

4 hours (2 x 2 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 7 or permission

Prohibitions

ATS1028, ATS2008, ATS2028, ATS3008, ATS3028, APG4008, ATS4008, ATS4028, APG5008, APG5028

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Building on and consolidating work completed in previous Chinese studies, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by master writers of modern China (1920s - 1940s). Through critical analysis students are expected to improve their understanding of the tremendous social, political, and cultural changes in modern China resulting from the 1911 Revolution.

Objectives

1. To further develop students' ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms.
2. To provide students with social and cultural knowledge which will enhance their understanding of modern China and its great transition, from cultural and linguistic, to social, economic and political changes since the beginning of the 20th century. Compared with previous Chinese studies, the course content is much more sophisticated and the students are encouraged to exercise greater critical thought toward the texts under investigation.
3. On completion of the unit, in addition to their improved modern Chinese language skills, students should have a better understanding of what constitutes Chinese ethos formulated by the Chinese people, as part of the world community, in their use of language, in their faith, beliefs, and philosophical inquiry, in the various forms of expression, as well as through their own reflections of the merits and faults of Chinese culture.

Assessment

Written work: 45%
Oral presentation: 15%
Exam: 30%
Class participation/perfomance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Hui Xu

Contact hours

3 hours (3 x 1 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 8 language level proficiency as determined by placement test.

Prohibitions

ATS1029, ATS2009, ATS2029, ATS3009, ATS3029, APG4009, ATS4009, ATS4029, APG5009, APG5029

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Building on and consolidating Building on and consolidating work completed in previous Chinese studies, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by master writers of modern China (1920s TO 1940s). Through critical analysis students are expected to improve their understanding of the tremendous social, political, and cultural change of modern China as a result of the 1911 Revolution.

Objectives

1. To further develop students linguistic ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoke and written forms.
2. To provide students with social and cultural knowledge which will enhance their understanding of modern China and its great transition, from cultural and linguistic, to social, economic and political changes since the beginning of the 20th century. Compared with previous Chinese studies, the course content is much more sophisticated and the students are encouraged to exercise greater critical thought toward the texts under investigation.
3. On completion of the unit, in addition to their improved modern Chinese language skills, students should have a better understanding of what constitutes Chinese ethos formulated by the Chinese people, as part of the world community, in their use of language, in their faith, beliefs, and philosophical inquiry, in the various forms of expression, as well as through their own reflections of the merits and faults of Chinese culture.

Assessment

Written work: 45%
Oral presentation: 15%
Exam: 30%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Contact hours

3 hours (3 x 1 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 9 or equivalent/permission

Prohibitions

ATS1030, ATS2010, ATS2030, ATS3010, ATS3030, APG4010, ATS4010, ATS4030, APG5010, APG5030

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Through an investigation into the key intellectual issues of a multi-disciplinary nature in post-Mao China, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by a young generation of contemporary Chinese writers. Through various research projects students will explore a range of different representations of Chinese culture and society.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be expected to have acquired

1. a general knowledge of the social, political and cultural development that has characterised post-Mao China, Chinese society, its people and its culture (through examination of the historical contexts of a number of literary texts published in China after the 1980s).
2. an in-depth knowledge of changes that post-Mao reform has brought to intellectual trends in general and to literature in particular (through critical analysis of a range of literary works by a younger and unorthodox generation of Chinese writers who challenge traditional Chinese literary norms through their exploration of fundamental issues of humanism).
3. the ability to write and speak effectively in standard modern Chinese on a range of intellectual and literary issues, and basic analytical and critical skills required for academic research in Chinese Studies.

Assessment

Written work: 75%
Oral presentation: 15%
Class participation/perfomance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Hui Xu

Contact hours

3 hours (3 x 1 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 10 language level proficiency or by permission.

Prohibitions

ATS1031, ATS2011, ATS2031, ATS3011, ATS3031, APG4011, ATS4011, ATS4031, APG5011, APG5031

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Through an investigation into the key intellectual issues of a multi-disciplinary nature in post-Mao China, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by a young generation of contemporary Chinese writers. Through various research projects students will explore a range of different representations of Chinese culture and society.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be expected to have acquired

1. a general knowledge of the social, political and cultural development that has characterised post-Mao China, Chinese society, its people and its culture (through examination of the historical contexts of a number of literary texts published in China after the 1980s)
2. an in-depth knowledge of changes that post-Mao reform has brought to intellectual trends in general and to literature in particular (through critical analysis of a range of literary works by a younger and unorthodox generation of Chinese writers who challenge traditional Chinese literary norms through their exploration of fundamental issues of humanism).
3. the ability to write and speak effectively in standard modern Chinese on a range of intellectual and literary issues, and basic analytical and critical skills required for academic research in Chinese Studies.

Assessment

Written work: 75%
Oral presentation: 15%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Contact hours

3 hours (3 x 1 hour seminars) per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 11 or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1032, ATS2012, ATS2032, ATS3012, ATS3032, APG4012, ATS4012, ATS4032, APG5012, APG5032

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides students with Chinese language training in a business and commerce context. By exposing students to a specialised business text style, students who wish to further improve their Chinese language proficiency can have an opportunity to grasp the language features of business texts and practice writing and translating related texts, thus developing their current bilingual language proficiency as well as broadening their career opportunities.

Objectives

Students are expected to achieve the following goals upon successful completion of the unit:

1. to acquire familiarity with the basic linguistic features of Chinese business text through discourse analysis;
2. to acquire basic Chinese business writing skills;
3. to foster basic translation skills in translating business texts;
4. to further improve their knowledge of the Chinese language in the specific business context.

Assessment

Written work and Class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

One 2-hour lecture and one 2-hour seminar per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1033, ATS2013, ATS2033, ATS3013, ATS3033, APG4013, ATS4013, ATS4033, APG5013, APG5033

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides students with further Chinese language training in a business and commerce context. Having been exposed to texts in a specialised business style, students will further improve their Chinese language proficiency, and will be introduced to an increased range of language features common to Chinese business texts. Students will continue to practise writing and translating related texts and will be required to display a greater level of sophistication and understanding in both their translation and original writing than in Chinese for Business Communication part 1. This will further promote students' bilingual language proficiency and broaden their career opportunities.

Objectives

Students are expected to achieve the following goals upon successful completion of the unit:

1. to familiarise with an expanded range of features of business text through discourse analysis;
2. to extend basic Chinese business writing skills acquired in Chinese for Business Communication Part 1;
3. to extend translation skills in translating business text;
4. to further improve their knowledge of the Chinese language in the specific business context.

Assessment

Written work and Class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar and one 2-hour lecture per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1034, ATS2014, ATS2034, ATS3014, ATS3034, APG4014, ATS4014, ATS4034, APG5014, APG5034

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will introduce students to a number of basic conceptual and practical issues in Chinese translation studies. It is aimed at improving students' intercultural and inter-lingual communication skills through various translation projects and critical readings of a range of different representations of Chinese translation works. The integration of classroom teaching and translation projects will encourage students to apply the basic translation skills they learn from the class to translation practices. Small group discussion encourages students to discuss some common conceptual and practical issues of translation among themselves.

Objectives

This unit is designed for those students who have completed Chinese 8 or equivalent. Upon successfully completing the unit, students are expected:

1. to have a basic understanding of theoretical and practical issues in modern Chinese translation activities;
2. to improve their communication skills between the two languages and;
3. to acquire some important techniques of translation between Chinese and English;
4. to be capable of enrolling in higher level of translation studies (graduate diploma or Masters of Translation Studies.

Assessment

Written work and Class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Chun-Ming Shan

Contact hours

3 hours on weekly basis

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

Chinese translation

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1035, ATS2015, ATS2035, ATS3015, ATS3035, CHI4659

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit introduces students to a number of additional basic conceptual and practical issues in Chinese translation studies. It is aimed at improving students' intercultural and inter-lingual communication skills through various translation projects and critical readings of a range of different representations of Chinese translation works. Through the study of Chinese and Western translation history, students will be able to enhance their translation skills. In addition, translation analysis is also introduced.

Objectives

Upon successfully completing the unit, students are expected:
1/ to have furthered their understanding of theoretical and practical issues in modern Chinese translation activities and studies
2/ to have improved their communication skills between the two languages and cultures and
3/ to have acquired some important techniques of translation between Chinese and English, and
4/ to be able to enrol in higher level of translation studies (Graduate Diploma or Masters of Translation Studies).

Assessment

Written work and Class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Chunming Shan

Contact hours

3 hours on weekly basis

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

Chinese translation

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1036, ATS2016, ATS2036, ATS3016, ATS3036

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It provides an introduction to spoken and written modern standard Chinese to students with no prior knowledge of Mandarin. An overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese is begun with equal emphasis on the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Objectives

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

1. Read around 250 characters and identify important composite radicals;
2. Write around 250 Chinese characters in simple composition;
3. Use oral/aural skills necessary for communication in a number of everyday practical situations;
4. Use the pinyin romanisation system.

Assessment

Written work and tests: 60%
Exam: 25%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Scott Grant

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prohibitions

ATS1001, ATS2001, ATS2021, APG4001, APG4021, APG5001, APG5021

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It unit continues the overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese begun in Chinese 1. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Objectives

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

1. Read around an additional 250 Chinese characters (500 in total) and identify important associated radicals
2. Write around an additional 250 Chinese characters in simple composition (around 500 in total)
3. Use oral/aural skills necessary for communication in a range of everyday practical situations (approximates to International Second Language Proficiency Level 1-: minimum creative proficiency).

Assessment

Written work and tests: 60%
Exam: 25%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Scott Grant

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 1 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1002, ATS2002, ATS2022, APG4002, APG4022, APG5002, APG5022

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It continues the overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese begun in Chinese 1 and 2. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Speaking classes cover practical, everyday situations, to develop interactive competence at a basic level in a range of situations likely to be encountered in daily life in contemporary China.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have acquired:

1. The ability to read and write an additional 200 Chinese characters (700 in total).
2. A preliminary understanding of the basic syntax of Modern Standard Chinese and of the similarities and differences between it and English.
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework with which to analyse and describe the vernacular Chinese under study.
4. Oral/aural skills necessary to communicate quantitatively and qualitatively in a range of everyday, practical situations.
5. Cultural (socio-political) knowledge to enhance understanding of the texts under study and the cultural sensitivity to communicate using appropriate levels of formality with Chinese from mainland China, Taiwan and various parts of the Chinese Diaspora.

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Exam and tests: 50%
Oral test and class performance: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Robert Irving

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 2 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1003, ATS2003, ATS2023, ATS3023, APG4003, APG4023, APG5003, APG5023

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It gives students an overview of the important sentence structures of modern standard Chinese. Equal emphasis is placed on the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Speaking classes cover practical, everyday situations to develop interactive competence at a basic level in a range of situations likely to be encountered in daily life in contemporary China.

Objectives

Building on the language skills acquired in Chinese 3, on successful completion of Chinese 4 students will have developed:

1. The ability to read and write around an additional 200 Chinese characters (900) total;
2. An understanding of the basic syntax system of Modern Standard Chinese and of the similarities and differences between it and English;
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework with which to analyse and describe the vernacular Chinese under study facilitating progression to later study of formal written Chinese (in Chinese Media Studies and Advanced Chinese);
4. Comprehension skills necessary to read simple modern vernacular texts;
5. Basic Chinese word processing skills, and
6. Oral/aural skills necessary to communicate quantitatively and qualitatively in a range of everyday, practical situations (approximates to International Second Language Proficiency Level 1+: transactional proficiency (able to satisfy all survival needs and limited social needs).

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Exam and tests: 50%
Oral test and class performance: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Robert Irving

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 3 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1004, ATS2004, ATS2024, ATS3024, APG4004, APG4024, APG5004, APG5024

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It introduces students to advanced intermediate spoken and written standard Chinese. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and speaking skills will be further developed through project work with a focus on Chinese culture.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will develop:

1. An understanding of some current issues in China and the ability to express personal views on such issues in Chinese
2. The ability to discuss topics related to their own fields of interest in Chinese
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework and vocabulary that enables them to write in a relatively sophisticated manner
4. The ability to write different kinds of prose and poetry in Chinese
5. The ability to present their project work in Chinese in a small group.

Assessment

Tests and class assessments: 50%
Exam: 35%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 4 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1005, ATS2005, ATS2025, ATS3005, ATS3025, APG4005, APG4025, APG5005, APG5025

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It introduces students to advanced intermediate spoken and written standard Chinese. In addition to regular classroom activities, listening and speaking skills will be further developed through project work with a focus on Chinese culture.

Objectives

This unit is available to students who have passed Chinese 5, or who have equivalent language ability. Upon successful completion of this unit students will develop:

1. An understanding of some current issues in China and the ability to express personal views on such issues in Chinese
2. The ability to discuss topics related to their own fields of interest in Chinese
3. Knowledge of a grammatical framework and vocabulary that enables them to write in a relatively sophisticated manner
4. The ability to write different kinds of prose and poetry in Chinese
5. The ability to present their project work in Chinese in a small group.

Assessment

Tests and class assessments: 50%
Exam: 35%
Oral exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 5 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1006, ATS2006, ATS2026, ATS3006, ATS3026, APG4006, APG4026, APG5006, APG5026

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It introduces students to a range of primarily literary texts in contemporary Chinese. Students' ability to understand contemporary China and their skills in speaking, listening and writing will be further developed through various classroom activities of reading, translations and discussions and through essay-writing.

Objectives

The unit aims to provide students with:

1. General knowledge that will enhance their understanding of contemporary Chinese culture and society
2. The ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms, consolidating skills already acquired at the Advanced Intermediate level
3. Strategies of cross-cultural conceptualisation, incorporating translation skills, crucial to critical thinking on a range of cultural and social topics concerning contemporary China. Translation and reading exercises developed for this part of the course are based primarily on texts in standard Chinese from the People's Republic of China.

Assessment

Seminar participation, presentation and paper: 40%
Written work: 30%
Exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Huang

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 6 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1007, ATS2007, ATS2027, ATS3007, ATS3027, APG4007, ATS4007, ATS4027, APG5007, APG5027

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. It introduces students to a range of primarily literary texts in contemporary Chinese. Students' ability to understand contemporary China and their skills in speaking, listening and writing will be further developed through various classroom activities of reading, translations and discussions and through essay-writing.

Objectives

The unit aims to provide students with:

1. General knowledge that will enhance their understanding of contemporary Chinese culture and society
2. The ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms, consolidating skills already acquired at the Advanced Intermediate level
3. Strategies of cross-cultural conceptualisation, incorporating translation skills, crucial to critical thinking on a range of cultural and social topics concerning contemporary China. Translation and reading exercises developed for this part of the course are based primarily on texts in standard Chinese from the People's Republic of China

Assessment

Seminar participation, presentation and paper: 40%
Written work: 30%
Exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Huang

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 7 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1008, ATS2008, ATS2028, ATS3008, ATS3028, APG4008, ATS4008, ATS4028, APG5008

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. Building on and consolidating work completed in previous Chinese studies, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by master writers of modern China (1920s - 1940s). Through critical analysis students are expected to improve their understanding of the tremendous social, political, and cultural changes in modern China resulting from the 1911 Revolution.

Objectives

1. To further develop students' ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms
2. To provide students with social and cultural knowledge which will enhance their understanding of modern China and its great transition, from cultural and linguistic, to social, economic and political changes since the beginning of the 20th century. Compared with previous Chinese studies, the course content is much more sophisticated and the students are encouraged to exercise greater critical thought toward the texts under investigation
3. On completion of the unit, in addition to their improved modern Chinese language skills, students should have a better understanding of what constitutes Chinese ethos formulated by the Chinese people, as part of the world community, in their use of language, in their faith, beliefs, and philosophical inquiry, in the various forms of expression, as well as through their own reflections of the merits and faults of Chinese culture.

Assessment

Written work: 45%
Oral presentation: 15%
Exam: 30%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 8 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1009, ATS2009, ATS2029, ATS3009, ATS3029, APG4009, ATS4009, ATS4029, APG5009, APG5029

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China as part of the Chinese Incountry Program. Building on and consolidating work completed in previous Chinese studies, this unit will introduce students to a range of literary writings by master writers of modern China (1920s to 1940s). Through critical analysis students are expected to improve their understanding of the tremendous social, political, and cultural change of modern China as a result of the 1911 Revolution.

Objectives

1. To further develop students' linguistic ability to comprehend and express complex ideas in both spoken and written forms
2. To provide students with social and cultural knowledge which will enhance their understanding of modern China and its great transition, from cultural and linguistic, to social, economic and political changes since the beginning of the 20th century. Compared with previous Chinese studies, the course content is much more sophisticated and the students are encouraged to exercise greater critical thought toward the texts under investigation
3. On completion of the unit, in addition to their improved modern Chinese language skills, students should have a better understanding of what constitutes Chinese ethos formulated by the Chinese people, as part of the world community, in their use of language, in their faith, beliefs, and philosophical inquiry, in the various forms of expression, as well as through their own reflections of the merits and faults of Chinese culture.

Assessment

Written work: 45%
Oral presentation: 15%
Exam: 30%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Contact hours

60 hours over 3 weeks

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours of three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 9 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1010, ATS2010, ATS2030, ATS3010, ATS3030, APG4010, ATS4010, ATS4030, APG5010, APG5030

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China through the Chinese Incountry Program. Through an investigation into the key intellectual issues of a multi-disciplinary nature in post-Mao China, it will introduce students to a range of literary writings by a young generation of contemporary Chinese writers. Through various research projects students will explore a range of different representations of Chinese culture and society.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be expected to have acquired:

1. A general knowledge of the social, political and cultural development that has characterised post-Mao China, Chinese society, its people and its culture (through examination of the historical contexts of a number of literary texts published in China after the 1980s).
2. An in-depth knowledge of changes that post-Mao reform has brought to intellectual trends in general and to literature in particular (through critical analysis of a range of literary works by a younger and unorthodox generation of Chinese writers who challenge traditional Chinese literary norms through their exploration of fundamental issues of humanism).
3. The ability to write and speak effectively in standard modern Chinese on a range of intellectual and literary issues, and basic analytical and critical skills required for academic research in Chinese Studies.

Assessment

Written work: 75%
Oral presentation: 15%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over 3 weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 10 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1011, ATS2011, ATS2031, ATS3011, ATS3031, APG4011, ATS4011, ATS4031, APG5011, APG5031

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China through the Chinese Incountry Program. Through an investigation into the key intellectual issues of a multi-disciplinary nature in post-Mao China, it will introduce students to a range of literary writings by a young generation of contemporary Chinese writers. Through various research projects students will explore a range of different representations of Chinese culture and society.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be expected to have acquired

1. A general knowledge of the social, political and cultural development that has characterised post-Mao China, Chinese society, its people and its culture (through examination of the historical contexts of a number of literary texts published in China after the 1980s)
2. An in-depth knowledge of changes that post-Mao reform has brought to intellectual trends in general and to literature in particular (through critical analysis of a range of literary works by a younger and unorthodox generation of Chinese writers who challenge traditional Chinese literary norms through their exploration of fundamental issues of humanism).
3. The ability to write and speak effectively in standard modern Chinese on a range of intellectual and literary issues, and basic analytical and critical skills required for academic research in Chinese Studies.

Assessment

Written work: 75%
Oral presentation: 15%
Class participation/performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hui Xu

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

Chinese 11 language level proficiency or by permission

Prohibitions

ATS1012, ATS2012, ATS2032, ATS3012, ATS3032, APG4012, ATS4012, ATS4032, APG5012, APG5032

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China through the Chinese Incountry Program. It provides students with Chinese language training in a business and commerce context. By exposing students to a specialised business text style, students who wish to further improve their Chinese language proficiency can have an opportunity to grasp the language features of business texts and practice writing and translating related texts, thus developing their current bilingual language proficiency as well as broadening their career opportunities.

Objectives

Students are expected to achieve the following goals upon successful completion of the unit:

1. to acquire familiarity with the basic linguistic features of Chinese business text through discourse analysis
2. to acquire basic Chinese business writing skills
3. to foster basic translation skills in translating business texts, and
4. to improve their knowledge of the Chinese language in the specific business context.

Assessment

Written work and Class Test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

60 hours over 3 weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1013, ATS2013, ATS2033, ATS3013, ATS3033, APG4013, ATS4013, ATS4033, APG5013, APG5033

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Chief examiner(s)

Candy Wang

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar and one 2-hour lecture per week

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1014, ATS2014, ATS2034, ATS3014, ATS3034, APG4014, ATS4014, ATS4034, APG5014, APG5034

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China through the Chinese Incountry program. It introduces students to a number of basic conceptual and practical issues in Chinese translation studies. It is aimed at improving students' intercultural and inter-lingual communication skills through various translation projects and critical readings of a range of different representations of Chinese translation works. The integration of classroom teaching and translation projects will encourage students to apply the basic translation skills they learn from the class to translation practices. Small group discussion encourages students to discuss common conceptual and practical issues of translation among themselves.

Objectives

This unit is designed for those students who have completed Chinese 8 language level proficiency or by permission. Upon successfully completing the unit, students are expected:

1. To have a basic understanding of theoretical and practical issues in modern Chinese translation activities;
2. To improve their communication skills between the two languages and;
3. To acquire some important techniques of translation between Chinese and English;
4. To be capable of enrolling in higher level of translation studies (Graduate Diploma or Masters of Translation Studies).

Assessment

Written work and class test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Chunming Shan

Contact hours

60 hours over 3 weeks

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

Chinese translation
Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1015, ATS2015, ATS2035, ATS3015, ATS3035

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is offered in China through the Chinese Incountry program. It introduces students to a number of additional basic conceptual and practical issues in Chinese translation studies. It is aimed at improving students' intercultural and inter-lingual communication skills through various translation projects and critical readings of a range of different representations of Chinese translation works. Through the study of Chinese and Western translation history, students will be able to enhance their translation skills. In addition, translation analysis is also introduced.

Objectives

Upon successfully completing the unit, students are expected:

1. to have furthered their understanding of theoretical and practical issues in modern Chinese translation activities and studies
2. to have improved their communication skills between the two languages and cultures
3. to have acquired some important techniques of translation between Chinese and English, and
4. to be able to enrol in higher level of translation studies (Graduate Diploma or Masters of Translation Studies).

Assessment

Written work and Class Test: 90%
Class participation and performance: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Chunming Shan

Contact hours

60 hours over 3 weeks

Off-campus attendance requirements

60 hours over three weeks

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

Chinese translation
Chinese language

Prerequisites

With program convenor's permission only

Prohibitions

ATS1016, ATS2016, ATS2036, ATS3015, ATS3036

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The unit allows students to complete the equivalent of 6 points of Chinese language study by undertaking an approved program of study over a minimum of six months at Shanghai International Studies University or another institution in the People's Republic of China or Republic of China. The level of the in-country unit in which the student enrols will be determined by the highest level of Chinese language study previously completed. Unit content will be equivalent to that of the corresponding unit within the Monash Chinese programs.The workload for this unit will be not less than that required for four 6-point on-campus units at Monash University.

Objectives

Objectives of the Chinese Incountry Program units shall be similar to the equivalent Clayton-based Chinese Studies Program units.

Assessment

Assessment criteria will differ in accordance with actual Chinese units studied in country. They will be similar to those of equivalent Chinese language units taught at Clayton Campus. Written and oral work will be assessed by Chinese language teaching staff of both Monash University and the Chinese host institutions.

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

Contact hours

60 hours over 3 weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

A placement test and/or interview may be required

Prohibitions

Equivalent Monash Chinese language unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The unit allows students to complete the equivalent of 12 points of Chinese language study by undertaking an approved program of study over a minimum of six months at Shanghai International Studies University or another institution in the People's Republic of China or Republic of China. The level of the in-country unit in which the student enrols will be determined by the highest level of Chinese language study previously completed. Unit content will be equivalent to that of the corresponding unit within the Monash Chinese programs.The workload for this unit will be not less than that required for four 6-point on-campus units at Monash University.

Objectives

Objectives of the Chinese Incountry Program units shall be similar to the equivalent Clayton-based Chinese Studies Program units.

Assessment

Assessment criteria will differ in accordance with actual Chinese units studied in country. They will be similar to those of equivalent Chinese language units taught at Clayton Campus. Written and oral work will be assessed by Chinese language teaching staff of both Monash University and the Chinese host institutions.

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

Contact hours

120 hours over six weeks

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

A placement test and/or interview may be required

Prohibitions

Equivalent Monash Chinese language unit

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit allows second year students to complete the equivalent of 24 points of Chinese language study in a minimum of six months of in-country study. It is offered as part of the Monash in-country Chinese program conducted at the campus of Shanghai International Studies University, People's Republic of China. The level of the in-country unit in which the student enrols will be determined by the highest level of Chinese language study previously completed. Unit content will be equivalent to that of the corresponding unit within the Monash Chinese programs. The workload for this unit will be not less than that required for four 6-point on-campus units at Monash University.

Assessment

Assessment criteria will differ in accordance with actual units studied in country. These and their relationship with unit objectives will match assessment criteria for the equivalent on-campus Monash Chinese language units. Written and oral work will be assessed by Chinese language staff of both Monash University and the host institution.

Chief examiner(s)

Lijun Bi

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

Chinese language

Prerequisites

A first-year Chinese Language sequence

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides teaching in the basic language skills (speaking/listening/reading/writing) and an introduction to French society. It is designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Students will be encouraged to develop appropriate language learning strategies. Regular assessed homework and tests emphasize the continuous nature of language learning and the need for frequent practice. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives: Communicative Competence and linguistic knowledge and skills:

1. Use the basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills needed to communicate in a limited range of situations referring to the present, future.
2. Talk about, write about and understand others talking about self, family, studies and basic needs.
3. Communicate effectively in French, with a minimum of misunderstandings, in a limited range of situations in France and Australia e.g. carrying out everyday tasks such as shopping, eating out, travelling, attending university.
4. Skim read or read in detail straightforward, short texts in French e.g. advertisements, cartoons, brochures.
5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the basic structures and sounds of the French language e.g. present and near future tenses, articles, adjectives.
6. Demonstrate a knowledge of a range of vocabulary appropriate to the situations described above.
7. Develop an awareness of different language learning strategies
8. Adopt learning strategies most appropriate to their preferred learning style. Socio-cultural awareness:
9. Acquire a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern French society, its values and their evolution.
10. Develop a critical understanding of issues of identity in France since the beginning of the 20th century.
11. Develop an explicit understanding and more sophisticated practice of text analysis, especially in relation to film.
12. Develop individual and cooperative research skills.

Assessment

Weekly written and aural language homework (800 words): 17%
Class tests: oral, aural and written (1500 words ): 33%
Written language exam (1200 words): 25%
2 Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

James Cannon

Contact hours

(1) Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar lecture
One 1 hour writing/grammar workshop
One 2 hour oral/aural tutorial
(2) Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture

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

French studies

Prohibitions

ATS2061

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit develops basic language skills (speaking/listening and reading/writing) beyond the level acquired in ATS1061 and provides an introduction to modern French society. It is designed for those with limited knowledge of French. Students will be encouraged to develop appropriate language learning strategies. Regular assessed homework and tests emphasize the continuous nature of language learning and the need for frequent practice. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives in the following areas:
Communicative Competence and linguistic knowledge and skills:

1. Use the basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills needed to communicate in a range of situations referring to past, present and future: talking about, writing about and understanding others talking about self, family, studies, accommodation, travel and leisure activities
2. Communicate effectively in French, with a minimum of misunderstandings, in a range of situations in France and Australia e.g. staying with a host family in France, receiving an exchange student in Australia, carrying out everyday tasks such as shopping, eating out, travelling, attending university, etc
3. Skim read or read in detail straightforward, short texts in French e.g. advertisements, cartoons, brochures, informal correspondence, short newspaper articles or extracts from longer texts
4. Demonstrate a knowledge of the key structures and the sounds of the French language, e.g. past, present and future tenses, pronouns, articles, adjectives, adverbs 5. Demonstrate a range of vocabulary appropriate to the situations described above; 6. Develop an awareness of different language learning strategies
5. Adopt learning strategies most appropriate to their preferred learning style
6. Develop the strategic skills needed to operate effectively in the communicative situations described above.

Assessment

(1) Language and Culture component
Weekly written and aural language homework (800 words): 17%
Class tests: oral, aural and written (1500 words ): 33%
Written language exam (1200 words): 25%
(2) Specialized Culture component
2 Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr James Cannon

Contact hours

(1) Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar lecture
One 1 hour writing/grammar workshop
One 2 hour oral/aural tutorial
(2) Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture

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

French studies

Prerequisites

ATS1061 or equivalent

Prohibitions

Students who have completed Year 11 French or its equivalent may not take this unit.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

In the Language and Culture component of the unit, students will participate in learning activities appropriate to their developing language competence level, involving a variety of theme-based activities developing more sophisticated speaking, writing and reading and aural comprehension skills, acquiring explicit grammar competence and awareness of discourse and register, and gaining insight into the socio-cultural specificity of contemporary France. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives in the following areas:

1. Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge:
1. Consolidated and improved their existing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills so as to be able to communicate effectively in an increased range of situations and on a wider range of themes including self, family, study, work and leisure, their own and French society, history, and cultural values.
2. Developed language skills in relation to exposition and argument in a number of contexts such as casual debate, formal pressing of a petition, letter-writing, formulating a written petition.
3. Developed information seeking skills in the form of more advanced reading skills, more advanced questioning and interview skills, writing letters and emails to request information.
4. Developed increased explicit grammatical knowledge, empowering the student as an autonomous learner, and explicit awareness of discourse structure and register.
5. Understood the cultural specificity of certain features of communicative practices in French and understand and use aspects of them such as forms of politeness, modes of address in spoken and written French.
6. Developed learning strategies appropriate to their learning style, reinforcing preferred learning modes and developing other modes.

2. Socio-cultural awareness:
1. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
2. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
3. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
4. Developed individual research skills.

Assessment

Language and Culture component:
Continuing assessment assignments (written and oral, equivalent 1500 words in French): 35% + Class tests (700 words in French): 15% + Examination (2 hrs, 1100 words in French): 25%

Specialized Culture component:
Continuing assessment assignments (1200 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Patrick Durel

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar seminar per week
One 1-hour tutorial per week
One two-hour workshop per week

Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2,4,6,8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

Secondary Year 11 French

Prohibitions

ATS1061, ATS2061, ATS2063, ATS1065, ATS1067

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

In the Language and Culture component of the unit, students will participate in learning activities appropriate to their developing language competence level, involving a variety of theme-based activities developing more sophisticated speaking, writing and reading and aural comprehension skills, acquiring explicit grammar competence and awareness of discourse and register, and gaining insight into the socio-cultural specificity of contemporary France. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives in the following areas:
Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge:

1. Consolidated and improved their existing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills so as to be able to communicate effectively in an increased range of situations and on a wider range of themes including self, family, study, work and leisure, their own and French society, history, and cultural values.
2. Developed language skills in relation to exposition and argument in a number of contexts such as casual debate, formal pressing of a petition, letter-writing, formulating a written petition.
3. Developed information seeking skills in the form of more advanced reading skills, more advanced questioning and interview skills, writing letters and emails to request information.
4. Developed increased explicit grammatical knowledge, empowering the student as an autonomous learner, and explicit awareness of discourse structure and register.
5. Understood the cultural specificity of certain features of communicative practices in French and understand and use aspects of them such as forms of politeness, modes of address in spoken and written French.
6. Developed learning strategies appropriate to their learning style, reinforcing preferred learning modes and developing other modes.

7. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
8. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
9. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
10. Developed research skills.

Assessment

Language and Culture component:
Continuing assessment assignments (written and oral, equivalent 1500 words in French): 35% + Class tests (700 words in French): 15% + Examination (2 hrs, 1100 words in French): 25%
Specialized Culture component:
Continuing assessment assignments (1200 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Patrick Durel

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar seminar per week
One 1-hour tutorial per week
One two-hour workshop per week
Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2,4,6,8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

ATS1063

Prohibitions

ATS2064, ATS1062, ATS2062, ATS1066, ATS1068

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The Language and Culture component of this unit is designed to help students secure knowledge of French syntax through the study of grammar and translation from English to French. It aims to develop their comprehension skills and the capacity to express ideas in both oral and written French, through a range of class activities in which student production is modeled on authentic contemporary documents, both spoken and written. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to meet the following objectives:
Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge:

1. Express themselves, both orally and in writing, correctly, fluently and appropriately, on a wide range of topics and in the different contexts studied in the oral and written expression component of the unit which are as follows: situations in which instructions are given or requested, situations in which events are retold and chronological information provided, or refused, situations in which discourse is reported, described or commented upon, situations in which proposals are made and accepted or rejected, situations in which discourse has to be structured logically and hypotheses formulated, situations in which logical arguments are conveyed, accepted or refuted, situations in which information is processed, ideas presented or reported orally, situations in which ideas are presented or reported in writing.
2. Understand and demonstrate understanding of written, audio and video documents.
3. Demonstrate explicit competence in French grammar in the areas reviewed.
4. Demonstrate competence in the use of language reference material.
5. Demonstrate autonomous learning strategies.

6. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
7. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
8. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
9. Developed individual and cooperative research skills.

Assessment

Language and Culture component:
Assignments (Written and Oral): 15%
Class tests (written): 30%
Exam: 30%
Specialized Culture component:
Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Nadine Normand-Marconnet

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar seminar per week
One 1-hour comprehension and translation workshop per week
One 2-hour language tutorial per week
Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2, 4, 6, 8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

VCE 3/4 French

Prohibitions

ATS1061, ATS1063, ATS1067, ATS2065, ATS3065

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The Language and Culture component of this unit is designed to help students secure knowledge of French syntax through the study of grammar and translation from English to French. It aims to develop their comprehension skills and the capacity to express ideas in both oral and written French, through a range of class activities in which student production is modeled on authentic contemporary documents, both spoken and written. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge: Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to express themselves, both orally and in writing, correctly, fluently and appropriately, on a wide range of topics and in the different contexts studied in the oral and written expression component of the unit which are as follows: situations in which instructions are given or requested, situations in which events are retold and chronological information provided, or refused, situations in which discourse is reported, described or commented upon, situations in which proposals are made and accepted or rejected, situations in which discourse has to be structured logically and hypotheses formulated, situations in which logical arguments are conveyed, accepted or refuted, situations in which information is processed, ideas presented or reported orally, situations in which ideas are presented or reported in writing.

1. Understand and demonstrate understanding of written, audio and video documents.
2. Demonstrate explicit competence in French grammar in the areas reviewed.
3. Demonstrate competence in the use of language reference material.
4. Demonstrate autonomous learning strategies. Socio-cultural awareness:
5. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern French society, its values and their evolution.

6. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
7. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
8. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
9. Developed individual and cooperative research skills

Assessment

Language and Culture component:
Assignments (Written and Oral): 15%
Class tests (written): 30%
Exam: 30%
Specialized Culture component:
Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Caroline Trousseau

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour grammar seminar per week
One 1-hour comprehension and translation workshop per week
One 2-hour language tutorial per week
Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2, 4, 6, 8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

ATS1065

Prohibitions

ATS1062, ATS1064, ATS1068, ATS2066, ATS3066

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The Language and Culture component develops analytical reading skills and advanced writing skills. The focus will be on textual coherence and cohesion as well as morpho-syntactic accuracy in written productions. Oral work will develop expository techniques needed to present the contents of articles taken from the French press. English to French translation activities will focus on aspects of French grammar known to cause difficulties for English-speaking learners of French. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives in the following areas: Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge: Reinforced their ability to communicate and interact efficiently in French both in oral and written form by using appropriate techniques of exposition. They will be expected to develop and demonstrate the following skills in the target language:

1. Reading comprehension/oral production: students should be able to communicate the main points contained in a newspaper article they have read, reformulating, structuring and explaining its content.
2. Writing skills: students should be able to plan in detail, use appropriate expressions, vocabulary and syntax in order to write an expository text. They should also demonstrate an awareness of issues of textual grammar (coherence and cohesion).
3. Morpho-syntax and stylistics: students should further their knowledge of French grammar and develop their awareness of differences between French and English syntax.
4. Students should also have become familiar with the use of software programs and electronic tools such as a grammar assistant, a bilingual electronic dictionary, an online French dictionary and a grammar revision software.
5. Students should have developed learning strategies appropriate to their learning style, reinforcing preferred learning modes and developing other modes.

6. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
7. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
8. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
9. Developed individual and cooperative research skills.

Assessment

Language and Culture component:
Continuing written assessments (collaboration and individual) (1300 words): 17%
Composition Test (600 words): 18%
End semester oral examination (1000 words equivalent): 21%
End semester translation examination (600 words): 19%
Specialized Culture component:
Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Patrick Durel

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour computer lab workshop per week
One 1-hour translation workshop per week
One 2-hour language tutorial per week
Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2, 4, 6, 8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

VCE French (or equivalent) with a score of 40+ (or equivalent) and some study in a French-speaking country.

Prohibitions

ATS2067, ATS3067

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The Language and Culture component builds on the skills developed in level 7. Activities equip students with advanced understanding, speaking and writing skills. Oral work focuses on expository techniques. Written tasks involve essay writing and English to French translation. Listening and writing production activities develop skills leading to the writing of expository accounts of radio or TV news and current affairs programmes. In the Specialized Culture component, students will explore an aspect of French culture and society and develop competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of it.

Objectives

Upon completion of this unit students should have met the following objectives in the following areas: Communicative competence and linguistic knowledge: Reinforced their ability to communicate and interact efficiently in French both in oral and written form by using appropriate techniques of exposition. They will be expected to develop and demonstrate the following skills in the target language:

1. Reading comprehension/oral production: students should be able to communicate the main points contained in a newspaper article they have read, reformulating, structuring and explaining its content.
2. Listening Comprehension/writing production: students should be able to write an expository report presenting the information contained in radio or TV programmes of up to 12mn on current affairs.
3. Writing skills: students should be able to write a clear and detailed essay on topics which are familiar, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. They should be able to use appropriate expressions, vocabulary and syntax and demonstrate an acute awareness of issues of textual grammar (coherence and cohesion).
4. Morpho-syntax and stylistics: students should continue to further their knowledge of French grammar and develop their awareness of differences between French and English syntax through systematic use of a French reference grammar.
5. Students should also have become familiar with the use of software programs and electronic tools such as a grammar assistant, a bilingual electronic dictionary, an online French dictionary.
6. Students should have identified efficient learning strategies and developed an ability to autonomously take charge of and evaluate these strategies and their outcomes.

7. Acquired a greater critical knowledge and understanding of modern and contemporary French society, its culture, values and their evolution.
8. Developed a critical understanding of a specific area of study of French Studies as a discipline addressing French culture and society.
9. Developed an explicit understanding and more sophisticated competence appropriate to their year level in the theory, practices and discourses involved in analysis of that area of French Studies.
10. Developed individual and cooperative research skills.

Assessment

Language and Culture component
Continuing written assessments (collaboration and individual) (1000 words): 15%
Composition Test (400 words): 15%
End semester oral examination (1000 words equivalent): 15%
Translation Test (500 words): 15%
End semester examination (600 words): 15%
Specialized Culture component:
Written assignments (1000 words): 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Patrick Durel

Contact hours

Language and Culture component:
One 1-hour computer lab workshop per week
One 1-hour translation workshop per week
One 2-hour language tutorial per week
Specialized Culture component:
One 1-hour lecture (weeks 1-8)
One 1-hour tutorial (weeks 2, 4, 6, 8)

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

French studies

Prerequisites

ATS1067

Prohibitions

ATS2068, ATS3068

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is for students with little or no knowledge of the language. This unit consists of two components. Component 1: Language. A communicatively oriented German language course designed for all-round development in the language. Component 2: This component will familiarise students with the history, culture and the socio-economic conditions of the German-speaking countries.

Objectives

1: On completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have acquired a basic German vocabulary of about 2000 words; be able to engage in basic German conversations, e.g. introducing oneself and others, asking about someone's nationality, job, age, ordering meals in a restaurant, giving directions, describing things etc.; have acquired a practical knowledge of three of the four grammatical cases of German, of the present and perfect tenses and of the basic sentence forms (statement, question, imperative), including use of modal verbs; be able to write letters and simple descriptions of holidays etc.
2: On completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have gained a basic understanding and first insight into basics of modern German history, culture and literature.

Assessment

Examinations (3 hours): 75%
Regular short homework exercises: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar per week (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial per week (language)

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

German studies

Prohibitions

ATS1093, ATS1095, ATS1097, ATS1099

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is for students with little or no knowledge of the language. This unit consists of two components. Component 1: Language. A communicatively oriented German language course designed for all-round development in the language. Component 2: This component will familiarise students with the history, culture and the socio-economic conditions of the German-speaking countries.

Objectives

1: On completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have acquired a basic German vocabulary of about 4000 words; be able to engage in basic German conversations, eg introducing oneself and others, asking about someone's nationality, job, age, ordering meals in a restaurant, giving directions, describing things etc.; have acquired a practical knowledge of three of the four grammatical cases of German, of the present and perfect tenses and of the basic sentence forms (statement, question, imperative), including use of modal verbs; be able to write letters and simple descriptions of holidays etc.
2: On completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have gained a basic understanding and first insight into basics of modern German history, culture and literature.

Assessment

As for ATS1091

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

ATS1091 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1094, ATS1096, ATS1098, ATS1100

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1. A communicatively oriented German language course. Specifically, students will work through a range of topics including the world of fairy tales, education, work, crime, personal relationships, migration and the environment.
2. An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through a seminar and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of component 1 of this subject together with its sequel in semester 2, students should have further developed their communicative competence in German. Students should improve their accuracy and fluency in spoken and written German, particularly in relation to the production of longer texts. At the end of both semesters students should be familiar with all of the basic grammatical concepts in German. After completion of component 2 students should also have gained

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of simple texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture.

Assessment

Written work
exercises: 55%
Exam: 20%
Test and Oral assessment: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

For students with some knowledge of German not extending to post-VCE level.

Prohibitions

ATS1091, ATS1095, ATS1097, ATS1099, ATS2093

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: A communicatively oriented German language course. Specifically, students will work through a range of topics including the world of fairy tales, education, work, crime, personal relationships, migration and the environment.
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through a seminar and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of component 1 of this subject, students should have further developed their communicative competence in German. Students should improve their accuracy and fluency in spoken and written German, particularly in relation to the production of longer texts. At the end of both semesters students should be familiar with all of the basic grammatical concepts in German. After completion of component 2 students should also have further gained

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of simple texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture.

Assessment

As for ATS1093

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

ATS1093 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1092, ATS1096, ATS1098, ATS1100, ATS2094

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: A communicative course designed to further speaking and reading skills in German. The emphasis is on learning to use German correctly in discussing a variety of topics.
2: An examination of modern German culture in a socio-historical context through the study of selected texts. This component will familiarise students with the key elements and main stages of the cultural history of the German-speaking region in this period.

Objectives

The aim of component 1 of this subject together with its sequel in semester 2 is to enhance their ability to recognise and analyse different types of texts in terms of their internal structures and their functions in the contexts in which they were produced and received; to develop their German language skills in the areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing; to acquire skills in researching, both individually and collaboratively, and in presenting the results of their research and reflection in both written and verbal form. After completion of component 2 students should have gained:

1. a basic understanding of the main periods, styles, genres, intellectual preoccupations and socio-historical trends in modern German literature;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of genre, style and epoch;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic essay-writing skills and an ability to engage in informed discussion of German culture, using appropriate terminology and applying the range of language skills pertinent to component 1.

Assessment

Written work
exercises: 55%
Exam: 20%
Test and Oral assessment: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

VCE German or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1091, ATS1093, ATS1097, ATS1099, ATS2093, ATS2095, ATS3095

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: A communicative course designed to further speaking and reading skills in German. The emphasis is on learning to use German correctly in discussing a variety of topics.
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

The aim of component 1 of this subject is to further enhance their ability to recognise and analyse different types of texts in terms of their internal structures and their functions in the contexts in which they were produced and received; to develop their German language skills in the areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing; to acquire skills in researching, both individually and collaboratively, and in presenting the results of their research and reflection in both written and verbal form. After completion of component 2 students should also have further gained:

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment

As for ATS1095

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

ATS1095 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1092, ATS1094, ATS1098, ATS1100, ATS2094, ATS2096, ATS3096

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: This unit consists of a variety of learning activities associated with a variety of discourse forms dealing with a range of topics including Germany after unification, commitment, the future (wishes, dreams, happiness).
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

1. German language. On successful completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have consolidated and extended their competence in German. Students should acquire an extended range of vocabulary in the topic areas studied, to consolidate and improve their knowledge of grammatical aspects studied, increase their ability to apply this vocabulary and grammatical knowledge in discussion of, reporting on and writing in various modes about the topic areas studied. After completion of component 2 students should also have gained:
2. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
3. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
4. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
5. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment

Written work
exercises: 55%
Exam: 20%
Test and Oral assessment: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

Excellent VCE score or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1091, ATS1093, ATS1095, ATS1099, ATS2093, ATS2095, ATS2097, ATS3097

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: This unit consists of a variety of learning activities associated with a variety of discourse forms dealing with a range of topics including Germany after unification, commitment, the future (wishes, dreams, happiness).
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

On successful completion of this subject students should have further consolidated and extended their competence in German. Students should acquire an extended range of vocabulary in the topic areas studied, to consolidate and improve their knowledge of grammatical aspects studied, increase their ability to apply this vocabulary and grammatical knowledge in discussion of, reporting on and writing in various modes about the topic areas studied. After completion of component 2 students should also have further gained

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment

As for ATS1097

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

ATS1097 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1092, ATS1094, ATS1096, ATS1100, ATS2094, ATS2096, ATS2098, ATS3096, ATS3098

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: Spoken and written German. Areas covered will be politics, history, social issues, environmental issues, humour, literature and literary figures. Attention will also be given to general aspects of daily life, including colloquial language and proverbs, and to technical language.
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this subject and its sequel in semester 2, students should have extended and deepened their knowledge of the German language and German culture; improved their knowledge of the finer points of German grammar; extended their vocabulary as much as possible through wide reading of various types of texts, including television and radio materials; acquired practice in using German in both spoken and written form to discuss topics of current interest, based principally on the reading of a wide range of newspaper articles; become familiar with language containing varying degrees of dialect influence; acquired the ability to translate complicated, non-specialist German texts into idiomatic English, and to translate fairly complicated English texts into German. Students should also have gained a knowledge of the relationship between the German language and its speakers, a knowledge of the differences between dialect and standard German, a knowledge of the phonetics of Modern Standard German and a knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet as applied to Modern Standard German. After completion of component 2 students should also have gained:

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment

Written work
exercises: 55%
Exam: 20%
Test and Oral assessment: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

Advanced German - near native speaker

Prohibitions

ATS1091, ATS1093, ATS1095, ATS1097, ATS2093, ATS2095, ATS2097, ATS2099, ATS3095, ATS3097, ATS3099

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1: Spoken and written German. Areas covered will be politics, history, social issues, environmental issues, humour, literature and literary figures. Attention will also be given to general aspects of daily life, including colloquial language and proverbs, and to technical language.
2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this subject students should have further extended and deepened their knowledge of the German language and German culture; improved their knowledge of the finer points of German grammar; extended their vocabulary as much as possible through wide reading of various types of texts, including television and radio materials; acquired practice in using German in both spoken and written form to discuss topics of current interest, based principally on the reading of a wide range of newspaper articles; become familiar with language containing varying degrees of dialect influence; acquired the ability to translate complicated, non-specialist German texts into idiomatic English, and to translate fairly complicated English texts into German. Students should also have gained a knowledge of the relationship between the German language and its speakers, a knowledge of the differences between dialect and standard German, a knowledge of the phonetics of Modern Standard German and a knowledge of the International Phonetic Alphabet as applied to Modern Standard German. After completion of component 2 students should also have further gained:

1. an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context;
2. the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context;
3. reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German;
4. basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment

As for ATS1099

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Heinz Kreutz

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar (culture) and one 3-hour tutorial (language) per week

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

German studies

Prerequisites

ATS1099 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS1092, ATS1094, ATS1096, ATS1098, ATS2094, ATS2096, ATS2098, ATS2100, ATS3096, ATS3098, ATS3100

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

The primary focus of the unit is on the communication skills required for use in an Indonesian setting. Lectures cover a broad introduction to the culture and geography of Indonesia as well as an introduction to strategies and skills required in learning a language. Practicals deal with the introduction and application of basic communication tasks with an emphasis on numeracy skills and immediate needs.

Objectives

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

1. Understand basic grammatical structures of the Indonesian language.
2. Consider cultural influences on the use of the Indonesian language.
3. Use Indonesian to communicate everyday needs with particular emphasis on introductions and family
4. Apply acquired learning skills to new language learning environments.
5. Use the Internet and associated electronic tools to obtain information about aspects of language and culture related to Indonesia.

Assessment

Spoken presentation: 25%
Cultural journal (in English): 15%
Short tasks 10%
Written exam: 30%
Spoken exam: 20%.

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prohibitions

ATS2111, ATS4111, APG5111

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

A continuation of Indonesian 1. Lectures explore the historical, cultural, and political background to the modern Indonesian state while tutorials continue to develop proficiency in basic communication tasks, though with a greater emphasis on travel related themes.

Objectives

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

1. demonstrate greater accuracy in basic grammatical structures of the Indonesian language;
2. discuss some of the cultural and historical developments that have helped shape Indonesia;
3. extend their use of Indonesian to communicate everyday needs with particular emphasis on travel;
4. apply acquired learning skills to new language learning environments;
5. demonstrate greater ability in the use of the Internet and associated tools for research on aspects of language and culture related to Indonesia.

Assessment

Spoken presentation: 25%
Cultural journal (in English): 15%
Short tasks 10%
Written exam: 30%
Spoken exam: 20%

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prerequisites

ATS1111 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2112, ATS4112, APG5112

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit develops and consolidates further students' ability to communicate in the Indonesian language and introduces them to the use of more idiomatic expressions and sophisticated grammar. Students develop an approach to researching current Indonesian cultural and political issues and are provided practice in a wide range of communicative tasks. Emphasis is given to the translation process within the context of common registers.

Objectives

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

1. demonstrate an understanding of the Indonesian language across a broad range of non-specialist registers.
2. make use of more advanced syntax and vocabulary to communicate topics and themes related to personal experiences
3. exploit newly acquired cultural knowledge to communicate their understanding of social situations in an Indonesian setting.

Assessment

Spoken presentation: 20%
Cultural project: 20%
Short tasks: 10%
Written exam: 30%
Spoken exam: 20%

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prerequisites

VCE Indonesian or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2113, ATS4113, APG5113

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the continuation of Indonesian 3, and follows a similar pattern of language practice through lectures and discussion in the practicals. Translation skills are further developed in the context of a paraprofessional role.

Objectives

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

1. demonstrate an understanding of the Indonesian language in formal and semi-formal registers commonly found in the media, government and personal correspondence;
2. expand their use of vocabulary and more complex syntax, in spoken and written language related to discussion and description;
3. put into practice their background cultural knowledge to communicate in more complex cross cultural social meetings.

Assessment

Spoken presentation: 20%
Cultural project: 20%
Short tasks: 10%
Written exam: 30%
Spoken exam: 20%

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prerequisites

ATS1113 or VCE Indonesian or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2114, ATS4114, APG5114

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Passages from the Indonesian print media and other sources on selected topics relating to Indonesian society, culture and politics are critically analysed. Audio-visual material on selected topics are viewed and discussed, and writing tasks using appropriate registers are undertaken. Indonesian is the medium of instruction in all classes.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have:

1. enhanced and deepened their knowledge of issues in contemporary Indonesian society, politics and culture;
2. strengthened their understanding of the way Indonesian language is structured and registered, and extended their vocabulary to convey information about, and interpretation of, attitudes to these issues;
3. enhanced their skills in listening and comprehension of spoken Indonesian language;
4. increased their skills in reproducing appropriate structure and registers of Indonesian language in speaking and writing;
5. strengthened their translation skills, both from Indonesian to English and vice versa.

Assessment

Spoken word project: 25%
Written project: 20%
Short tasks and class assignments: 15%
Written exam: 25%
Spoken exam: 15%

Chief examiner(s)

Yacinta Kurniasih

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prerequisites

Entry on Placement Test

Prohibitions

ATS2115, ATS3115

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Passages from the Indonesian print media and other sources on selected topics relating to Indonesian society, culture and politics are critically analysed. Audio-visual material on such topics is viewed and discussed, and writing tasks using appropriate registers are undertaken. Indonesian is the medium of instruction in all classes.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have:

1. enhanced and deepened their knowledge of issues in contemporary Indonesian society, politics and culture;
2. strengthened their understanding of the way Indonesian language is structured and registered, and extended their vocabulary to convey information about, and interpretation of, attitudes to these issues;
3. enhanced their skills in listening and comprehension of spoken Indonesian language;
4. increased their skills in reproducing appropriate structure and registers of Indonesian language in speaking and writing;
5. strengthened their translation skills, both from Indonesian to English and vice versa.

Assessment

Spoken word project: 25%
Written project: 20%
Short tasks and class assignments: 15%
Written exam: 25%
Spoken exam: 15%.

Chief examiner(s)

Yacinta Jurniasih

Contact hours

Two 1-hour lectures and two 1-hour tutorials per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

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

Indonesian

Prerequisites

ATS1115 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2116, ATS3116

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit provides opportunities for language learning through immersion in a content based unit dealing with practical aspects of journalism in the Indonesian context. Two workshops are conducted each week which integrate language skills with four main themes: history and background of the media in Indonesia, translation and the media, the print media; and radio broadcasting.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will be able to: follow and create text across a broad range of registers commonly dealt with by the Indonesian news journalist; demonstrate an understanding of the underlying issues related to the practice and occupation of journalism in Indonesia; exploit a range of questioning skills in an interview situation; recognise and apply specific journalistic styles both in the print and broadcast media; question the underlying motives and quality of journalistic text.

Assessment

Spoken word project: 30%
News analysis and translation: 30%
Feature article: 20%
Written Exam: 20%.

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

3 hours (2 x workshop and 1 x lecture) per week

Off-campus attendance requirements

1 weekend school or equivalent hours with private tutor.

Prerequisites

Entry on Placement Test

Prohibitions

ATS2117, ATS3117

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is presented in a series of practical workshops and seminar discussions conducted in Indonesian exploring modern Indonesian theatre and film. The unit provides options for either performance or written proposals related to film or theatre. Aspects of language are highlighted through the creation of scripts and through reading, translating, and interpreting of works by Indonesian playwrights and film directors.

Objectives

At the conclusion of the unit, students should be able:

1. To present arguments and proposals for creative cooperation across cultures
2. To demonstrate a knowledge of developments in both the theatre and film over recent decades.
3. To present a critical appraisal of a creative work for a general audience
4. To have an understanding of the basic principals of sub-titling as they relate to film.

Assessment

Performance/production reports: 65% +Theatre/film review:15%
Sub-title project: 20%.

Chief examiner(s)

Paul Thomas

Contact hours

3 hours (2 x workshop and 1 x seminar) per week

Prerequisites

ATS1116 or ATS1117 or Placement Test

Prohibitions

ATS2118, ATS3118

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to develop knowledge, strategies and skills to interact in Japanese, in situations likely to be encountered in Australia and Japan and to establish a firm foundation of linguistic, sociolinguistic and sociocultural knowledge which can be creatively applied in a variety of situations.

Objectives

Upon completing Japanese 1, students should:

1. Be able to participate in simple social conversations in Japanese.
2. Possess basic 'survival' Japanese required for travelling in Japan.
3. Be able to communicate in Japanese with teachers about their study.
4. Be able to communicate basic information about themselves and family members.
5. Have a basic knowledge of the Japanese writing system, including a knowledge of hiragana, some katakana and 25 kanji, and be able to use this knowledge to read and write in defined contexts.
6. Have a basic knowledge of some aspects of Japanese geography, culture, society and economy.
7. Be able to access the internet to obtain information on Japan and enhance their learning of the Japanese language.
8. Have developed strategies for learning Japanese and have established a foundation for the continued study of both spoken and written Japanese.

Assessment

Quizzes and assignments: 25%
Tests and examination: 75%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Sarah Pasfield-Neofitou

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

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

Japanese

Prohibitions

ATS2141, APG4141, APG5141

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to develop knowledge, strategies and skills needed to interact in Japanese in practical contexts in Australia and Japan and also aims to extend linguistic, sociolinguistic and sociocultural knowledge to develop cross-cultural awareness and facilitate effective interaction.

Objectives

Upon completing Japanese 2, students should:

1. Be able to participate in conversation in defined social situations.
2. Be able to interact with Japanese guests, customers and tourists in a number of settings using simple Japanese.
3. Possess basic 'survival' Japanese required for travelling in Japan.
4. Have a knowledge of the fundamentals of the Japanese writing system, including a knowledge of hiragana, katakana and about 100 kanji, and be able to use this knowledge to read and write in defined contexts.
5. Have a basic knowledge of some aspects of Japanese geography, culture, society, etiquette and tourism.
6. Be able to access the internet to obtain information on Japan and enhance their learning of the Japanese language.
7. Have developed strategies for learning Japanese and have established a foundation for the continued study of both spoken and written Japanese.

Assessment

Quizzes and assignments: 25%
Tests and examination: 75%

Chief examiner(s)

Keiko Migliacci

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

ATS1141 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2142, APG4142, APG5142

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to consolidate and develop students' basic linguistic skills and socio-cultural knowledge in spoken and written Japanese at a pre-intermediate level. The focus is to develop students' interactive competence, including linguistic, socio-linguistic and socio-cultural knowledge. The unit also aims to develop students' intercultural skills.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, students should:

1. have gained and developed fundamental linguistic skills (e.g. basic grammar, vocabulary) at this level which are necessary for any further study of Japanese;
2. have gained basic social/cultural knowledge about Japan;
3. have developed listening and speaking skills for daily conversation (e.g. about leisure, travel, study) and exchanging information in Japanese within defined situations;
4. be able to obtain necessary information from a variety of written and spoken Japanese texts, genres and media including the internet, with some guidance;
5. be able to recognize and write the kanji introduced at previous levels and approximately 150 newly introduced characters;
6. be able to write about personal life (e.g. daily life, leisure, travel) using basic kanji; 7/. have developed intercultural skills which include awareness of and sensitivity to cultural differences (and similarities) through comparison and reflection on students' own cultures and societies;
7. have enhanced awareness of language as a system, through comparison of linguistic features of Japanese and English (or other languages); and
8. have developed skills that will enable them to continue their Japanese acquisition outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Jun Yano

Contact hours

One x 1 hour lecture/week
Three hours (tutorials/seminars)/week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 2 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2143, APG4143, APG5143

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the second part of a sequence progressing from the beginner to the intermediate levels of Japanese. This unit aims to enhance students' knowledge about Japan and consolidate and further develop their interactive skills in spoken and written Japanese. The unit also aims to enhance students' intercultural awareness through learning Japanese.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, students should:

1. have gained good fundamental linguistic knowledge of Japanese (e.g. basic grammar, vocabulary, kanji) and developed skills to use them at pre-intermediate level;
2. have gained social/cultural knowledge of Japan which are necessary to interact with Japanese people effectively in daily contexts;
3. have developed listening and speaking skills for basic communication purposes;
4. have developed strategies to obtain necessary information from a variety of written and spoken Japanese texts, genres and media including the internet, with some guidance;
5. be able to recognize and use the kanji introduced at previous levels and approximately 150 newly introduced characters (450 in total);
6. be able to write a simple essay about a social issue (e.g. ageing society, environment, education) using a wider range of vocabulary, sentence patterns and kanji;
7. have developed intercultural awareness through learning Japanese;
8. have developed skills and strategies that will enable them to continue their Japanese acquisition outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Shani Tobias

Contact hours

One x 1 hour lecture/week
Three hours (tutorials/seminars)/week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 3 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2144, APG4144, APG5144

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of an intermediate sequence which covers both spoken language and contemporary written language. Language acquisition through active interaction in and out of the classroom is encouraged. The course content is integrated around a major project which involves interviewing a Japanese native speaker and writing a report.

Objectives

Upon successful completion students should:

1. be able to understand and use Japanese grammar at intermediate level,
2. be able to read and understand extracts from Japanese text, of various genres written for a Japanese audience,
3. have developed listening and speaking skills in the area of their interest,
4. have developed interview skills to obtain information from members of the Japanese community,
5. be able to write and talk about given topics,
6. be able to recognize the kanji introduced at previous levels, and 150 newly introduced kanji,
7. have developed and be able to display skills to use a Japanese word processor
8. be able to use a kanji dictionary, and
9. have developed skills that will enable them to continue their Japanese acquisition outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Keiko Migliacci (Semester 1, 2011)
Hiroko Hashimoto (Semester2, 2011)

Contact hours

4 hours

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 4 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2145, ATS3145, APG4145, APG5145

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of an intermediate sequence which covers both spoken language and contemporary written language. Language acquisition through active interaction in and out of the classroom is encouraged. The course content is integrated around a major project which involves interviewing a Japanese native speaker and writing a report.

Objectives

Upon successful completion students should:

1. be able to understand and use Japanese grammar at intermediate level
2. be able to read and understand extracts from Japanese text, of various genres written for a Japanese audience
3. have developed listening and speaking skills in the area of their interest
4. have developed interview skills to obtain information from members of the Japanese community
5. be able to write and talk about given topics
6. be able to recognize the kanji introduced at previous levels, and 150 newly introduced kanji
7. have developed and be able to display skills to use a Japanese word processor
8. be able to use a kanji dictionary, and
9. have developed skills that will enable them to continue their Japanese acquisition outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hiroko Hashimoto

Contact hours

4 hours

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 5 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2146, ATS3146, APG4146, APG5146

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of a sequence progressing from the intermediate to the advanced levels of Japanese. It covers spoken language and contemporary written language through various activities integrating listening, speaking, reading and writing. Activities are built around topics relating to Japanese lifestyles, their values, and to cultural interaction between Australians and Japanese.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have:

1. Extended their skills in using a wide range of grammar patterns, phrases and vocabulary appropriately in both written and spoken Japanese.
2. Reinforced their knowledge of the kyooiku kanji acquired so far (750 kanji), and developed their knowledge of an additional 150 kanji frequently used in the Japanese media.
3. Developed skills to gain necessary information from newspaper articles, journals, books and the internet.
4. Developed the skills to express themselves in written forms, in group discussions and in interviews with Japanese people.
5. Acquired independent study strategies, noting problems and weaknesses and devising strategies to overcome these.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Takako Tomoda

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 6 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2147, ATS3147, ATS4147, APG4147, APG5147

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the second part of a sequence progressing from the intermediate to the advanced levels of Japanese. Activities are built around topics relating to current issues in Japan and to cultural interaction between Australians and Japanese. Students will reinforce 1006 kyooiku kanji.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have:

1. Further developed skills in using a wide range of grammar patterns, phrases and vocabulary appropriately in both written and spoken Japanese.
2. Reinforced their knowledge of the kyooiku kanji acquired so far (900) and developed their knowledge of an additional 150 kanji frequently used in the Japanese media.
3. Developed the skills to gain information on current issues from newspaper articles, journals, books and the internet, and through interviews with Japanese people.
4. Developed their skills to summarise findings and express themselves in appropriate written forms, in group discussions, in presentations and in interviews with Japanese people.
5. Developed a firm foundation for the continued acquisition of both spoken and written Japanese at an advanced level.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Shimako Iwasaki

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 7 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2148, ATS3148, ATS4148, APG4148, APG5148

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Conducted entirely in Japanese, the unit offers an advanced level of spoken and written Japanese, designed to bring the student closer to semi-native competence, through studying Japanese popular cultural forms. Language activities include reading a variety of text genres, including academic texts, learning advanced modes of expression and kanji, writing summaries and essays in Japanese, translation, debates and discussions, and conversation with Japanese visitors. Students will develop IT and computer skills in a Japanese context, including wordprocessing, working with Japanese Internet sites, using on-line glossaries and making a powerpoint presentation in Japanese.

Objectives

After successfully completing this unit, students will have further developed towards an advanced, semi-native level :

1. Their ability to use spoken Japanese to discuss and debate issues.
2. Their ability to give a sustained and coherent oral presentation (supported by powerpoint) on a popular culture related topic.
3. Their ability to comprehend spoken Japanese in the context of lecture presentations and authentic audio and audiovisual popular cultural documents.
4. Their ability to read print and on-line texts using on-line glossaries and dictionaries, including both rapid reading for comprehension and detailed analytical reading.
5. Their ability to write in Japanese, with particular reference to the skills of summary, synthesis and argument, in an essay related to popular culture.
6. Their IT and computer skills in a Japanese context, including wordprocessing, searching Japanese databases for information, analyzing and interpreting Japanese web pages, and doing a powerpoint presentation in Japanese.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Masato Takimoto

Contact hours

4 hours (1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 8 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2149, ATS3149, ATS4149, APG4149, APG5149

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is an introduction to the theoretical and practical skills required for interpreting and translating between Japanese and English. It is designed for students with advanced competence in both Japanese and English, and will address both linguistic skills and interpreting/translating skills. While not intended to bring students to a professional level, the course will enhance students' ability to perform the informal interpreting and translating tasks. It will also provide a good foundation for further study in this area.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, students will:

1. Be aware of basic theoretical issues concerning interpreting and translating and their practical implications;
2. Have developed strategies for processing spoken and written texts from English into Japanese and vice versa; and
3. Have improved their competence in Japanese.

Assessment

Written work: 20%
Performance activities: 30%
Tests: 50%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Masato Takimoto

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar and 1 x 2 hour tutorial) per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 9 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2150, ATS3150, ATS4150, APG4150, APG5150

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is an advanced level of spoken and written Japanese. It is designed to bring the student close to semi-native competence in the language, as well as enhancing their awareness of current issues in Japan and their ability to discuss current issues in Japanese.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will:

1. Have increased their knowledge of the nature, structure and issues of media reports;
2. Have increased their knowledge of current social issues in Japan;
3. Have developed their ability to discuss current issues in Japanese;
4. Have enhanced their ability to read authentic materials selected from Japanese books, journals and newspapers; and
5. Have gained research skills in Japanese including: search of information through books, journals, newspapers, internet, etc.; critical thinking; and oral and written presentation skills.

Assessment

Exam: 45%
Class Test: 15%
Oral presentation: 20%
Written work: 20%

Chief examiner(s)

Kuniko Yoshimitsu

Contact hours

4 hours (2 x 2 hour seminars) per week

Prerequisites

Japanese 10 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2151, ATS3151, ATS4151, APG4151, APG5151

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is designed to develop students' Japanese language skills to an advanced level, while enriching their knowledge of Japan-Asia-Pacific relations. Students will develop reading skills, research skills using Japanese resources, debating and discussion skills, and will use a variety of Japanese media, including the Internet. Writing skills to be developed include note-taking, translation, summary, synthesis and argument in essay writing. Teaching materials will relate to Japan-Asia-Australia relations, focussing on the issues facing Japan in its relations with the Asian region, past and present.

Objectives

After successfully completing this unit, students should have further developed to an advanced level:

1. Their ability in speaking Japanese, in the context of informal and formal intellectual discussion and debate in Japanese.
2. Their ability to comprehend spoken Japanese in direct formal exposition, and in audiovisual media.
3. Their ability to read print and on-line texts using on-line glossaries and dictionaries, especially extensive reading for comprehension.
4. Their ability to write in Japanese, with particular reference to the skills of note-taking and translation, and of summary, synthesis and argument in an essay on a topic related to Japan and the Asia-Pacific, past or present.
5. Their IT and computer skills in a Japanese context, including wordprocessing and researching and recording information from Japanese databases.

Assessment

Exam: 45%
Written work: 35%
Quizzes: 10%
Oral test: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Naoto Yokomizu

Contact hours

4 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 3 hours tutorials/seminars) per week

Prerequisites

Japanese 11 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2152, ATS3152, ATS4152, APG4152, APG5152

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is the first part of a one-year first-year sequence for Japanese background speakers. It aims to expand student's knowledge of the Japanese language and culture and to equip students to be able to adapt their language skills to their intellectual and social activities in both Japanese and Australian societies. It also aims to assist students to develop their critical awareness of identity in cross-cultural contexts.

Assessment

Ongoing assessment: 35%
Project: 20%
Oral presentation: 15%
Final exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Naomi Kurata

Contact hours

One 3-hour seminar and one 1-hour on-line discussion per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Placement test and interview

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit is the second part of a one-year first-year sequence for Japanese background speakers. It aims to further expand student's knowledge of the Japanese language and culture and to equip students to be able to adapt their language skills to their intellectual and social activities in both Japanese and Australian societies. It also aims to assist students to develop their critical awareness of identity in cross-cultural contexts.

Assessment

Ongoing assessment: 35%
Project: 20%
Oral presentation: 15%
Final exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Shimako Iwasaki

Contact hours

One 3-hour seminar and one 1-hour on-line discussion per week

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

ATS1153 or placement test and interview

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of an intermediate sequence which covers both spoken language and contemporary written language. Language acquisition through active interaction in and out of the classroom is encouraged. The course content is integrated around a major project which involves interviewing a Japanese native speaker and writing a report.

Objectives

Upon successful completion, students should:

1. have established and be able to maintain relationships with Japanese people
2. be able to obtain information in Japanese on current affairs, from newspaper articles and other written materials in areas covered in this unit
3. have developed interview skills to obtain information from the Japanese people
4. be able to understand and use Japanese grammar at intermediate level
5. have developed listening and speaking skills in the area of their interest
6. be able to write and talk about given topics
7. be able to recognize the kanji introduced at previous levels, and 150 newly introduced characters as well as reviewing the previously learnt kanji (400) totaling 550
8. have developed and be able to apply skills in Japanese word processing, and
9. be able to use a kanji dictionary and develop skills that will enable them to continue their Japanese outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hiroko Hashimoto

Contact hours

3 hours per day over 5 weeks and excursions and participation in cultural activities

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 4 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2165, ATS3165, ATS1145, ATS2145, ATS3145

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of an intermediate sequence which covers both spoken language and contemporary written language. Language acquisition through active interaction in and out of the classroom is encouraged. The course content is integrated around a major project which involves interviewing a Japanese native speaker and writing a report.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students should:

1. be able to maintain relationships with Japanese people
2. be able to understand and use Japanese grammar at advanced-intermediate level
3. be able to obtain some knowledge about issues in Japanese society and culture through reading, speaking and writing about the topic,
4. be able to read and understand extracts from Japanese texts of various genres written for a Japanese audience
5. have developed listening and speaking skills about social issues
6. be able to obtain information in Japanese from newspaper articles and other written materials including the internet
7. have further developed and be able to display skills to use a Japanese word processor
8. be able to recognize the kanji introduced at previous levels, and 150 newly introduced characters, and
9. have developed skills that will enable continued study of Japanese outside the classroom.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Hiroko Hashimoto

Contact hours

3 hours per day over 5 weeks and excursions and participation in cultural activities

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Japanese 5 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2166, ATS3166, ATS1146, ATS2146, ATS3146

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the first part of a sequence progressing from the intermediate to the advanced levels of Japanese.It covers spoken language and contemporary written language through various activities integrating listening, speaking, reading and writing. Activities are built around topics relating to Japanese lifestyles, their values, and to cultural interaction between Australians and Japanese. In addition to daily classroom-based study, this special fee-paying, in-country program provides home-stay, a variety of cultural activities, visits to various institutions and number of other excursions.

Objectives

Students successfully completing this unit should:

1. extend their skills in using a wide range of grammar patterns, phrases and vocabulary appropriately in both written and spoken Japanese;
2. reinforce knowledge of the kyooiku kanji they have acquired so far (a total of 750 kanji), and develop knowledge of an additional 150 kanji frequently used in the Japanese media;
3. develop skills to gain necessary information from a variety of Japanese media including print materials, online materials and visual materials;
4. develop the skills to express themselves in written forms, in group discussions and in interviews with Japanese people; and
5. acquire independent study strategies, noting problems and weakness and devising strategies to overcome these.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Takako Tomoda

Contact hours

3 hours per day over 5 weeks and excursions and participation in cultural activities

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Completion of Japanese 6 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2167/ATS3167; ATS1147/ATS2147/ATS3147

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This is the second part of a sequence progressing from the intermediate to the advanced levels of Japanese.Activities are built around topics relating to current issues in Japan and cultural interaction between Australians and Japanese. Students will reinforce 1006 kyooiku kanji. In addition to daily classroom-based study, this special fee-paying, in-country program provides home-stay, a variety of cultural activities, visits to various institutions and number of other excursions.

Objectives

Students successfully completing this unit should:

1. further develop the skills in using a wide range of grammar patterns, phrases and vocabulary appropriately in both written and spoken Japanese;
2. reinforce knowledge of the kyooiku kanji acquired so far (a total of 900 kanji) and develop knowledge of an additional 150 kanji frequently used in the Japanese media;
3. develop skills to gain information on current issues from newspaper articles, journals, books and on the Internet, and through interviews with Japanese people;
4. develop the skills to summarise the findings and express themselves in appropriate written forms, in group discussions and in presentation; and
5. have a firm foundation for the continued acquisition of both spoken and written Japanese at an advanced level.

Assessment

Tests and Examination: 65%
On-going assessment: 35%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Takako Tomoda

Contact hours

3 hours per day over 5 weeks and excursions and participation in cultural activities

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

Japanese

Prerequisites

Completion of Japanese 7 or equivalent.

Prohibitions

ATS2168/ATS3168; ATS1148/ATS2148/ATS3148

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

An introduction to contemporary Korean, with special emphasis on spoken usage for everyday situations. Students will be introduced to the Korean alphabet and begin to produce simple written Korean.

Objectives

Upon completing this unit, students should:

1. Be able to participate in simple social conversations in Korean.
2. Possess basic 'survival' Korean for traveling in Korea.
3. Be able to communicate basic information about themselves and family members.
4. Be able to read and write simple Korean.
5. Have a basic understanding of Korean culture.

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Injung 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

Prohibitions

ATS2171, APG4171, APG5171

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Consolidation and extension of work begun in Korean 1; Students will continue to develop their ability to communicate in routine social situations.

Objectives

Upon completing this unit, students should:

1. Be able to competently participate in simple Korean conversations in a variety of settings.
2. Possess a solid grasp of numbers and counting.
3. Be able to compare and describe.
4. Be able to make requests, and express agreement and refusal.
5. Be able to talk about future and past events.
6. Be able to read and write in defined contexts.
7. Have an increased understanding of Korean society and culture.

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Dr In-Jung 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

ATS1171

Prohibitions

ATS2172, APG4172, APG5172

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

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

VCE Korean or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2173, APG4173, APG5173

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Consolidation and extension of ATS1173. Topics include everyday social situations, such as narrating personal experiences, enquiring about or expressing knowledge and opinions, and making arrangements. Students will read simplified texts from newspapers, and write simple texts such as a diary. They will be introduced to expressions in different registers in the spoken and written language and the social and cultural aspects of Korean society necessary to understand them.

Objectives

Upon completing this unit, students should:

1. Be able to confidently communicate in everyday social situations
2. Read simple texts from magazines and newspapers on a variety of topics.
3. Understand expressions in different registers and their social and cultural background.
4. Write competently in Korean on simple subjects.

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Dr 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

ATS1173 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2174, APG4174, APG5174

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Development and consolidation of Korean language skills in speaking, reading and writing. Students will develop the ability to have moderately sophisticated conversations and to comprehend diverse reading materials

Objectives

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

1. Engage in moderately sophisticated conversation in most formal and informal settings.
2. Read diverse and increasingly complex texts.
3. Produce moderately sophisticated written Korean.

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

ATS1174 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2175, ATS3175, APG4175, APG5175

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

An extension of Korean 5, further developing and consolidating Korean language skills to an upper intermediate level.

Objectives

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

1. Speak and comprehend Korean with structural accuracy and vocabulary sufficient to manage most social situations.
2. Gain information from spoken and written sources in Korean using dictionaries.
3. Read about and discuss issues regarding contemporary features of Korean society

Assessment

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

Chief examiner(s)

Dr 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

ATS1175 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2176, ATS3176, APG4176, APG5176

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to develop and consolidate students' language skills through the English to Korean translation of various types of texts. It provides an introduction to English to Korean translation techniques.

Objectives

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

1. Control complex sentence constructions demonstrating an in-depth knowledge of Korean grammar and vocabulary.
2. Comprehend and analyse most varieties and registers of language encountered in texts related to topical social issues.
3. Apply knowledge of both Korean and Western cultures.

Assessment

Written work and class exercises/tasks: 70%
Exam: 30%

Contact hours

one 3-hour seminar per week

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

Korean and Korean studies

Prerequisites

Permission of unit coordinator

Prohibitions

ATS2177, ATS3177

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to extend proficiency acquired in the unit 'English to Korean Translation 1'. This unit will place more emphasis on various text transfer techniques, so that students can understand the problems of translating from both linguistic and cultural perspectives.

Objectives

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

1. Comprehend and analyse most varieties and registers of language encountered in texts related to topical social issues.
2. Integrate their acquired translation skills with practical knowledge of advanced grammar.

Assessment

Written work and class exercises/tasks: 70%
Exam: 30%

Contact hours

one 3-hour seminar per week

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

Korean and Korean studies

Prerequisites

ATS1177 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2178, ATS3178

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to develop and consolidate students' language skills through the Korean to English translation of various types of texts.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit students will have:

1. Developed in-depth knowledge of Korean grammar and vocabulary.
2. Improved their inter-lingual and intercultural communication skills between the two languages.
3. Acquired basic techniques of translation from Korean to English.

Assessment

Written work and class exercises/tasks: 70%
Exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Injung Cho

Contact hours

One 3-hour seminar per week

Prerequisites

Permission of unit coordinator

Prohibitions

ATS2179, ATS3179

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to extend proficiency acquired in the unit 'Korean to English Translation 1'. This subject will place more emphasis on advanced grammar and various text transfer techniques, so that students can understand the problems of translating from both linguistic and cultural perspectives.

Objectives

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

1. Develop the good comparative linguistic knowledge of Korean and English.
2. Improve their understanding of source texts and apply analytic skills of the factors that affect the translation of source texts into the target language.
3. Acquire important techniques of translation from Korean to English.

Assessment

Written work and class exercises/tasks: 70%
Exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr In-Jung Cho

Contact hours

One 3-hour seminar per week

Prerequisites

ATS1179 or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2180, ATS3180

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

ATS1191 is aimed at students with no previous experience of the Spanish language. It provides an integrated, innovative and communicatively oriented Spanish course which develops all-round competence in the basic structures of the language. In addition, students are introduced to key aspects of Spanish and Latin American cultures and societies.

Objectives

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse in Spanish for 5 to 10 minutes about present and future activities.
2. Use the following tenses: the present habitual, the present progressive and the informal future.
3. Write compositions of up to 100 words in Spanish, with the help of a Spanish-English dictionary and a reference grammar.
4. Engage in conversations and discussions in Spanish, about themselves, their family and friends
5. Read and comprehend texts in Spanish of up to 500 words;
6. Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Written work: 15%
Tests: 20%
Oral quiz: 5%
Written exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Ramon Lopez-Castellano

Contact hours

1x1 hour lecture, 2x2 hour language tutorials

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

ATS1192 develops language skills acquired in ATS1191 with particular emphasis on oral and written practices. In addition, students are introduced to key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Objectives

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse in basic Spanish for 15 to 20 minutes about past, present and future activities.
2. Use the following tenses: the present habitual, the present progressive, the present perfect, preterite and imperfect, and the informal and formal future.
3. Write compositions of up to 300 words in Spanish, with the help of a Spanish-English dictionary and a reference grammar.
4. Engage in conversations and discussions in Spanish, about themselves, their family and friends, Australia and the world at large.
5. Read and comprehend newspaper articles and narrative and descriptive literary texts of up to 1000 words in Spanish.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Written work: 10%
Tests: 20%
Oral test: 10%
Written exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Ramon Lopez-Castellano

Contact hours

1x1 hour lecture, 2x2 hour language tutorials

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

ATS1191

Prohibitions

ATS2192

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Upon completion of this unit, students should have developed further their reading, writing, oral and aural skills in Spanish. Particular emphasis is placed on reading and writing, and an informed knowledge of contemporary Spanish and Latin American societies and cultures. Students are expected to

1. consolidate their knowledge of basic grammatical concepts and expand their Spanish vocabulary, and
2. communicate effectively in Spanish on most topics relating to oneself, one's family, home, school, work and social environments

Objectives

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse in basic Spanish for 25 to 30 minutes about past, present and future activities.
2. Use the following tenses and moods: the present habitual, the present progressive, the present perfect, preterite and imperfect, the informal and formal future, and the present subjunctive and imperative.
3. Write compositions of up to 1000 words in Spanish, with the help of a Spanish-English dictionary and a reference grammar.
4. Engage in conversations and discussions in Spanish, about themselves, their family and friends, Australia and the world at large.
5. Read and comprehend newspaper articles and narrative and descriptive literary texts of up to 1000 words in Spanish.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Written work: 20%
Mid-semester test: 10%
Oral test: 10%
Written and listening exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Stewart King

Contact hours

1x1 hour culture lecture, 3x1 hour language tutorials

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prohibitions

ATS2193

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit seeks to develop further language skills acquired in ATS1193. Particular emphasis will be placed on oral and written academic discourse. The culture component will consolidate students understanding of Spanish and Latin American societies and cultures through lectures, readings and visual culture.

Objectives

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse in Spanish for approximately 25 minutes about past, present and future activities.
2. Use the following tenses and moods: the present habitual, the present progressive, the present perfect, preterite and imperfect, the informal and formal future, the present and imperfect subjunctive, and the imperative.
3. Write compositions of up to 1500 words in Spanish, with the help of a Spanish-English dictionary and a reference grammar.
4. Engage in complex conversations and discussions in Spanish, about themselves and political and social issues.
5. Read and comprehend articles and narrative and descriptive literary texts of up to 2000 words in Spanish.
6. Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Written work: 20%
Mid-semester test: 10%
Oral test: 10%
Written and listening exam: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Stewart King

Contact hours

1x1 hour cultural tutorial, 3x1 hour language tutorials

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

ATS1193

Prohibitions

ATS2194

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit offers an introduction to modern Spanish and Hispanic American culture and society through the reading of historical, literary and journalistic texts. Emphasis is also given to the analysis and writing of a variety of Spanish texts such as: literary and journalistic texts, academic essays, creative and fictional writings.

Objectives

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse in Spanish for 20-25 minutes about past, current and hypothetical issues as well as engage in complex conversations and discussions about historical, political and social matters.
2. Be able to comprehend T.V/radio news-reports from different Spanish speaking regions and Hispanic American countries.
3. Write descriptive, narrative, fiction and argumentative passages of up to 1000 words in Spanish, with the help of a Spanish-English dictionary and a reference grammar.
4. Read and comprehend articles using a variety of registers and styles of writing of up to 3500 words in Spanish.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of key aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Aural and written tests: 25%
Oral and written tasks: 20%
Exam: 25%

Chief examiner(s)

Marisa Cordella Masini

Contact hours

4 hours (2 x 1 hour lecture and 3 x 1 hour language tutorials) per week

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

A pass in VCE Spanish or equivalent, (language proficiency assessed prior to commencement by appointment made during Orientation week)

Prohibitions

ATS1191/ATS2191, ATS1193/ATS2193 and or ATS2195/ATS3195

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Upon completion of this unit, students should have developed an advanced level in their reading, writing, oral and aural skills in Spanish. Particular emphasis is placed on advanced reading and writing, as well as a sound knowledge of contemporary Spanish and Latin American societies and cultures. Students are expected to

1. consolidate their knowledge of essay writing by using a wide range of genre styles that reflect an advanced level of the language and
2. interact effectively in Spanish taking into consideration the social setting where the discourse takes place as well as the sociological factors of participants.

Objectives

On completion of this subject, students will be able to:

1. Converse and interact effectively in Spanish taking into consideration the social setting where the discourse takes place as well as the sociological factors of participants.
2. Use advanced grammatical structures that show an advanced level of the language.
3. Written work of up to 3500 words in Spanish, with the help of a monolingual Spanish dictionary.
4. Engage in conversations and discussions in Spanish on topics about current affairs, historical and cultural aspects of Hispanic cultures and societies.
5. Read and comprehend academic texts of up to 3500 words in Spanish.

Assessment

Culture component: 30%
Written work: 40%
Mid-semester test: 10%
Exam: 20%

Chief examiner(s)

Kate Paredes

Contact hours

1 x 1hr cultural tutorial, 3 x 1hr language tutorials.

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

ATS1195 or special permission from the unit coordinator.

Prohibitions

ATS1192/ATS2192, ATS1194/ATS2194 and/or ATS2196/ATS3196.

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will allow students to undertake a Spanish Language unit in a university with which Monash University has an exchange agreement. On completion students will have expanded their understanding and knowledge of the Spanish language and Spanish and/or Latin American culture.

Objectives

1. At the end of ATS1201 students should have gained a basic understanding of the Spanish language and mastered simple grammatical structures.
2. Students should be able to hold short conversations in Spanish.
3. Students should have developed a basic understanding of the culture or cultures of Spain and/or Latin America.

Assessment

Students are required to enrol in a semester-length unit, fulfil attendance and assessment requirements as specified by the host institution for the study of a unit equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points.

Chief examiner(s)

Marisa Cordella Masini

Contact hours

Equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prohibitions

Students need to seek Program approval before enrolling in the unit.Students changing enrolment abroad have to obtain approval from the Program

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit will allow students to undertake a Spanish Language unit in a university with which Monash University has an exchange agreement. On completion students will have expanded their understanding and knowledge of the Spanish language and Spanish and/or Latin American culture.

Objectives

1. At the end of SPN 1308 students should have gained a basic understanding of the Spanish language and mastered simple grammatical structures.
2. Students should be able to hold short conversations in Spanish.
3. Students should have developed a basic understanding of the culture or cultures of Spain and/or Latin America.

Assessment

Students are required to enrol in a semester-length unit, fulfil attendance and assessment requirements as specified by the host institution for the study of a unit equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points.

Chief examiner(s)

Marisa Cordella Masini

Contact hours

Equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

ATS2191 or ATS1201.

Prohibitions

Students need to seek Program approval before enrolling in the unit.Students changing enrolment abroad have to obtain approval from the Program

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is offered in Colombia as part of the Spanish Incountry Program.
It allows students without previous experience with the Spanish language to undertake an intensive summer language course in the University of La Sabana, Bogota, Colombia.

On completion students should have acquired understanding and knowledge about the Spanish language and culture in Latin America.

Objectives

1. At the end of ATS1204 students should have gained a basic understanding of the Spanish language and mastered simple grammatical structures.
2. Students should be able to hold short conversations in Spanish.
3. Students should have developed a basic understanding of the culture or cultures of Spain and/or Latin America.

Assessment

Written assessment (4500 words): 100%

Contact hours

Intensive summer course.Equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

No previous knowledge of the language

Prohibitions

ATS1191, ATS1201, ATS2191

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Synopsis

This unit is offered in Colombia as part of the Spanish Incountry Program. It allows students with basic knowledge of the Spanish language to undertake an intensive summer unit in the University of La Sabana, Bogota, Colombia.

On completion students will have expanded their understanding and knowledge of the Spanish language and Spanish and/or Latin American culture.

Objectives

At the end of this unit students should:

1. have developed further the understanding of the Spanish language and mastered a range of simple grammatical structures;
2. be able to hold short conversations in Spanish using different vocabulary;
3. have developed further an understanding of the culture or cultures of Spain and/or Latin America.

Assessment

Assessment requirements as specified by the host institution for the study of a unit equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points.

Contact hours

Intensive summer course. Equivalent to a Monash University 6 credit points

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

Spanish and Latin American studies

Prerequisites

ATS1204 or ATS1191 or ATS2191

Prohibitions

ATS1192, ATS1202 and ATS2192

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

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, ATS1212 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

ATS1215, ATS1216

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Consolidation and extension of the work begun in ATS1211.

Objectives

On completing this unit, 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

Exam (1 hour): 30%
Weekly homework and tests: 60%
Oral test: 10%

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

Prerequisites

ATS1211

Prohibitions

ATS1215, ATS1216

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1. Language: A review of Ukrainian grammar; development of conversation and composition skills using texts on contemporary themes.
2. Literature, Culture and Society: this part of the course will consider selected topics on 19th and 20th century Ukraine. Secondary literature and selected texts of the period will be studied. The narrower focus of the course will change from year to year.

Objectives

+ Students who have completed this unit and its continuation, ATS1216, will be expected to demonstrate a knowledge of Ukrainian grammar based on D.S. Struk, Ukrainian for Undergraduates;+ Students should have acquired an advanced vocabulary relating to se

Assessment

Written work: 40% (2000 words)
Tests: 30%
Homework: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Marko Pavlyshyn

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

Ukrainian studies

Prerequisites

VCE/HSC Ukrainian or equivalent

Prohibitions

ATS2215

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

1. Language: A review of Ukrainian grammar; development of conversation and composition skills using texts on contemporary themes.
2. Literature, Culture and Society: this part of the course will consider selected topics on 19th and 20th century Ukraine. Secondary literature and selected texts of the period will be studied. The narrower focus of the course will change from year to year.

Objectives

1. Students who have completed this unit, will be expected to demonstrate a knowledge of Ukrainian grammar based on D.S. Struk, Ukrainian for Undergraduates;
2. Students should have acquired an advanced vocabulary relating to selected subjects from everyday life;
3. They should be able to read, write, speak and understand standard Ukrainian correctly at the level of non-technical communication;
4. Students will be expected to have a knowledge of the main developments in modern Ukrainian history, literature and culture, of the representative works from the period, and of the major explanatory frameworks;
5. They should have acquired basic skills in the analysis and interpretation of primary texts, events, and secondary literature.

Assessment

Written work: 40% (2000 words)
Tests: 30%
Homework: 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Assoc Prof Marko Pavlyshyn

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

Ukrainian studies

Prerequisites

ATS1215

Prohibitions

ATS1211, ATS1212

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

This unit aims to provide a basic foundation in the basic language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing Italian, and a brief introduction to contemporary Italian social and political history and culture. It is specifically designed for those students who have little or no knowledge of the language.

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this unit, learners should be able to: understand, speak and write basic Italian with reference to present, past and future events in a range of everyday situations, read authentic texts for gist or for specific information; have acquired an understanding of basic structural aspects of Italian; have developed an enhanced understanding of language learning and communication strategies. From the first year culture component students should have acquired an overview to key aspects of contemporary Italian culture and society.

Assessment

Written work: 30%
Class work/tests/exercises: 30%
Exam: 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Annamaria Pagliaro

Contact hours

5 hours (1 hour culture lecture and 4 hours language workshops) per week

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

Italian studies

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Notes

Synopsis

Consolidation and extension of work begun in ATS1221.

Assessment

Written work: 30%
Class work/tests/exercises: 30%
Exam: 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Danielle Rossi

Contact hours

5 hours (1 hour culture lecture and 4 hours language workshops) per week

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

Italian studies

Prerequisites

ATS1221

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.