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Archived Version 2013 - 2014

Module Title Year Abroad - Coursework
Module Code LC302
School SALIS

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Module Co-ordinatorDr Qi ZhangOffice NumberC1116
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 60
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description

Year 3 Coordinators: Ms. Cris Guntin (Spanish) Dr. Maria Loftus (French) Dr. Angela Leahy (German) Dr. Ryoko Sasamoto(Japanese) Dr. Qi Zhang (Chinese). Year 3 of the ALIS programme provides students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the relevant Target Language and Culture. Students attend Partner Universities in China, Europe, Japan or Mexico for a full academic year. The selected modules are compatible with the student’s chosen Language Pathway (Single or Dual) and Specialism (Translation Studies or Intercultural Studies). Modules can be drawn from the wide range of modules offered in partner universities (excluding modules delivered/ assessed in English in the case of Europe or Mexico) and are selected within certain established criteria. Students take a least one cultural module. Modules focussing on the Target Language are delivered and assessed through that language. Modules focussing on the Second Language are delivered and assessed through that language. Module choices and the student’s overall number of hours/ credits are approved by the Year Abroad Coordinator and recorded in a Learning Agreement.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate substantial progress in their use and understanding of the target language and increased confidence as an advanced student of that language.
2. Recognise, explain and use effectively a broad variety of linguistic features in a range of different contexts.
3. Demonstrate an increased understanding of the target culture; its history, literature and politics.
4. Demonstrate a complex understanding of intercultural issues as they relate to familiar cultures and the target culture.
5. Articulate responses to intercultural and linguistic issues as they relate to familiar cultures and the target culture and ground these in both experience and theory.
6. Describe and compare additional perspectives on Intercultural Studies or Translation Studies (depending on relevant pathway).
7. Demonstrate continued progress in the second language (where appropriate).



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Assignment Completion999.99This is determined by the requirements of the modules which are being taken at the partner university and by the Learning Agreement which is approved by the Year 3 Coordinator.
Total Workload: 999.99

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Advanced Receptive and Productive Language Skills

Advanced Language Awareness

Advanced Cultural and Intercultural Awareness

Social/ cultural/ political themes

Application of Translation and/ or Intercultural theories in varied contexts

Information Retrieval and Research Skills

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable
Indicative Reading List

    Other Resources

    None
    Programme or List of Programmes
    ALISBA in Applied Language and Intercultural
    LICBA Languages for Int. Communication
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