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The International Modern Languages programme is aimed at students who seek to communicate in at least two languages spoken in Europe and beyond at the highest levels of fluency across a broad range of social and professional contexts, and who want to develop a sophisticated degree of intercultural competence. Critically aware and open to alternative ways of thinking, successful graduates are equipped to live and work effectively in multi-cultural and multi-lingual environments.
Detailed attention to language in its broadest sense is the basis of intellectual growth and active citizenship: our students therefore train their analytical and critical skills and build their understanding of the literary, artistic, historical and cultural frameworks in which their chosen languages are embedded. . We also seek to foster understanding of, and respect for, cultural diversity.
Engaging with other languages and cultures is a lifelong process, and a central aim of the programme is therefore the fostering of autonomous learning strategies, independent thought and intellectual curiosity. A small group teaching and learning environment, where the emphasis is on collaboration and discussion, nurtures critical thinking, interpersonal skills and fluency of expression in both English and the chosen languages. The programme goals are supported by assessment strategies that emphasize continuous engagement, reflective learning and focused research.
At stage 2, German students must complete a total of 10 credits from core language modules. Students who completed GER10020 at Stage 1 must complete GER20060 and GER20070. Students who completed GER10100 and GER10110 at Stage 1 must complete GER20240 and GER20070. Students must complete 3 Option Modules from option modules B and C as part of their requirements for German,
In order to receive a BA degree with German, students must have passed GER30080 German Language IIIa and GER30090 German Language IIIb. Students must take both core language modules and at least three option modules from A and B.
Module ID | Module Title | Trimester | Credits |
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Stage 2 Options - A)2OF: Students who have completed GER10020 at Stage 1 must select GER20060 AND GER20070. Students who have completed GER10110 and GER10100 (Beginners) must select GER20240 and GER20070. Students must pass both level 2 core language modules before registering for level 3 core language modules. |
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GER20060 | German Language II a | Autumn | 5 |
GER20240 | German for Ex-Beginners A | Autumn | 5 |
GER20070 | German Language II b | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - A)2OF: Students who have completed GER10020 at Stage 1 must select GER20060 AND GER20070. Students who have completed GER10110 and GER10100 (Beginners) must select GER20240 and GER20070. Students must pass both level 2 core language modules before registering for level 3 core language modules. |
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Stage 2 Options - B)MIN0OF: ALL BA Modern Languages students must complete SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace at Stage 2. The module may be used towards the credit requirement for your German joint major at Stage 2. BA Modern Languages core modules: Please note that SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace and Adaptations (SLL30050) must not be assigned to the same language at Stage 2 and Stage 4. If you select SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace to fulfill your credit requirement for a joint major in German at Stage 2, Adaptations must be used towards the credit requirement of your other language joint major at Stage 4. |
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SLL20060 | Language Skills - Workplace | Spring | 5 |
Stage 2 Options - B)MIN0OF: ALL BA Modern Languages students must complete SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace at Stage 2. The module may be used towards the credit requirement for your German joint major at Stage 2. BA Modern Languages core modules: Please note that SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace and Adaptations (SLL30050) must not be assigned to the same language at Stage 2 and Stage 4. If you select SLL20060 Language Skills for the Workplace to fulfill your credit requirement for a joint major in German at Stage 2, Adaptations must be used towards the credit requirement of your other language joint major at Stage 4. |
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GER20230 | Transcultural Encounters 1 | Autumn | 5 |
GER20260 | Radical Thinkers | Autumn | 5 |
GER20270 | Introduction to translation German/English-English/German | Spring | 5 |
GER20280 | Große Reden | Spring | 5 |
GER30080 | German Language III a | Autumn | 5 |
GER30090 | German Language III b | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A)MIN0OF: ALL BA Modern Languages students must complete Adaptations (SLL30050) at Stage 4. The module may be used towards the credit requirement for the German joint major at Stage 4. BA Modern Languages core modules: Please note that SLL20060 Language Skills - Workplace and Adaptations (SLL30050) must not be assigned to the same language at Stage 2 and Stage 4. If you selected SLL20060 Language Skills - Workplace to fulfill your credit requirement for a joint major in German at Stage 2, Adaptations must be used for the credit requirement of your other language joint major at Stage 4. |
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SLL30050 | Adaptations | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - A)MIN0OF: ALL BA Modern Languages students must complete Adaptations (SLL30050) at Stage 4. The module may be used towards the credit requirement for the German joint major at Stage 4. BA Modern Languages core modules: Please note that SLL20060 Language Skills - Workplace and Adaptations (SLL30050) must not be assigned to the same language at Stage 2 and Stage 4. If you selected SLL20060 Language Skills - Workplace to fulfill your credit requirement for a joint major in German at Stage 2, Adaptations must be used for the credit requirement of your other language joint major at Stage 4. |
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Stage 4 Options - B)MIN2OF: Students must select at least two options from the following list. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take additional option modules from this list in place of electives, if they wish. |
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GER30210 | Transcultural Encounters 2 | Autumn | 5 |
GER30250 | Born in the GDR | Autumn | 5 |
GER30130 | Translating Contemporary Texts German-English (Advanced) | Spring | 5 |
GER30190 | Youth & Cruelty in Modernism | Spring | 5 |
Stage 4 Options - B)MIN2OF: Students must select at least two options from the following list. In accordance with UCD academic policy, students must complete a minimum of 40 credits at level 3 or above (across both degree subjects). Students may take additional option modules from this list in place of electives, if they wish. |
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Programme | Module Weightings | Rule Description | Description | ||
BHACS026 | Stage 4 - 50.00% Stage 3 - 30.00% Stage 2 - 20.00% |
Standard Honours Award | First Class Honours | 3.68 |
4.20 |
Second Class Honours, Grade 1 | 3.08 |
3.67 |
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Second Class Honours, Grade 2 | 2.48 |
3.07 |
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Pass | 2.00 |
2.47 |