Courses / Module

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

• Explain in broad terms a particular aspect of one approach to German-language literature (or film), and analyse closely key texts (or film-clips) in the light of this.
• Interpret literary works through close reading, application of literary theories and contextualisation.
• Critically evaluate secondary literature.
• Plan, research and deliver an oral presentation, using appropriate visual aids where necessary.
• Research, develop and articulate in writing a balanced and well-structured argument.

Delivery methods	Hours
Lectures	24
Labs / Practicals	0
Tutorials	0
Planned learning activities	113
Independent student activities	113
Total	250

• Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
• Continuous Assessment detail(s): In-class presentation (30%) and course essay (70%). Details of Continuous Assessment will be advertised in the course of the semester.
• Other detail(s): End of semester essay of approx. 3500 words.

Assessment type	Options	Weighting	Duration
Continuous Assessment		30%
University scheduled written examination	No	0%
Other		70%
Total		100%

• Pass standard: 40%
• Could the result of this module be capped? No
• Penalties: Late submission of assessed course work or examination materials will result in a reduction of the original grade by 5% (5 marks) per day. Assessed course work or examination materials will normally have to be submitted electronically through Turnitin. Late submission of work owing to medical or other compelling reasons is not penalised. The reason must be established in writing prior to, or immediately (i.e. not more than two working days) after the relevant submission deadline and evidence provided (normally such evidence would be a Medical Certificate).

• Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes
• Continuous Assessment marks are carried forward to the Autumn. Contact Module Coordinator early in July for repeat course essay topics.

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