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Germanic Studies

Semester 2 2020 unit of study availability

Some Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences units of study originally intended to run in Semester 2, 2020 are no longer available.

A full and up-to-date list of units of study available in Semester 2, 2020 from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, can be found on this webpage.
 

Germanic Studies

Major

1000 level units of study

GRMN1001 German 1

Credit points: 6 Session: Intensive July,Semester 1 Classes: 2x2hr tutorial/week Prohibitions: GRMN1111 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (15%), 1x equivalent to 750wds speaking and listening test (15%), 1x equivalent to 1000wds grammar, listening, reading test (20%), 1x 2 hours exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
These practical language classes are designed to develop listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in German, as well as cross-cultural competency. By the end of the unit you will have acquired the basic skills and vocabulary needed to deal with everyday situations in German. Activities in the classroom also introduce you to the cultures of the German-speaking world.
GRMN1002 German 2

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2x2hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: GRMN1001 or GRMN1111 Prohibitions: GRMN1122 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total(15%), 1x equivalent to 750wds speaking and listening test (15%), 1x equivalent to 1000wds grammar, listening, reading test (20%), 1x 2 hours exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The practical language classes in this unit build on GRMN1001. By the end of the unit you will be able to communicate in a variety of simple and routine situations in German. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.

2000 level units of study

Language
GRMN2003 German 3

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2x2hr tutorials/week Prerequisites: HSC Beginners course (with a mark above 70) or the German Continuers (with a mark below 70) or GRMN1122 Prohibitions: GRMN1211 or GRMN2611 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (15%), 1x equivalent to 675wds oral presentation (15%), 1x equivalent to 900wds grammar, listening, reading test (20%), 1x equivalent to 2250wds final exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The practical language classes in this unit build on GRMN1002. By the end of the unit you will be able to communicate in a variety of simple and routine situations in German. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.
GRMN2004 German 4

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2x2hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: GRMN2003 or GRMN1211 or GRMN2611 Prohibitions: GRMN1222 or GRMN2612 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (15%), 1x equivalent to 750wds oral presentation (15%), 1x equivalent to 1000wds grammar, listening, reading test (20%), 1x 2 hours exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The practical language classes in this unit build on GRMN2003. By the end of the unit you will be able to communicate in most situations likely to arise while travelling in a German-speaking country. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world
Culture
GRMN2005 Reading German Culture

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: GRMN1002 or 12 credit points at 1000 level of European Studies Assessment: 1x equivalent to 2500wds final exam (40%), 1x equivalent to 1000wds book review presentation (20%), 1x 2500wd learning journal (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit introduces you to the history, literature, and culture of the German-speaking world from the nineteenth century to the present. Through the lens of literature and media, you will encounter the major cultural trends and events that have shaped German-speaking societies over the past two hundred years.
GRMN2632 Weimar Germany

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr seminar/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 1000 or 2000 or 3000 level from Germanic Studies Prohibitions: GRMN2450 Assessment: 1x10min (1000wd equivalent) presentation (20%), 1x2000wd source analysis (30%), 1x500wd essay plan (10%), 1x2500wd essay (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit introduces students to the history, culture, and society of the Weimar Republic. Lasting from 1919 to 1933, the Weimar Republic was Germany's first democracy. Bookended by the First World War and the Third Reich, this period in modern Germany saw great cultural experimentation, but also extraordinary political turbulence. Using a variety of textual sources in the original language, as well as visual material and film, students will reflect on what makes the Weimar Republic essential for understanding modern Germany.
Textbooks
Mann, Tonio Kröger. Mario und der Zauberer (Fischer Tb. 1381) Kafka, Das Urteil und andere Erzählungen (Fischer Tb. 19) Brecht, Mutter Courage und ihre Kinder (es 49)
GRMN2633 Topics in German Film

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2-hr seminar/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 1000 or 2000 or 3000 level from Germanic Studies Prohibitions: GRMN2455 Assessment: 1x3000wd essay (50%), 1x1500wd written tutorial paper (25%), 1x1500wd class presentation (25%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit of study will explore German film from the perspectives of film theory and historical culture. Discussions will situate films within the German political and cultural context of their time and study them from the perspective of contemporary cross-cultural critique. The unit may concentrate on the works of a specific director, a period or a genre, or deal with key social and political issues within a selection of German films.
Textbooks
German film course pack to be purchased from the University Copy Centre
GRMN2642 German Culture and Society 1789-1918

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 2000 or 3000 level in German language Assessment: 1x2500wd source commentary (40%), 1x500wd essay plan (10%), 1x3000wd essay (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit offers an introduction to the German-speaking world in the 'long' nineteenth century. By analysing literary texts and discussing the cultural, social and political changes that took place from the French Revolution to the end of the First World War, the unit will explore how the twin dynamics of nationalism and revolution shaped the emergence of modern German culture and society.
GRMN2643 Teaching and Learning Methods in German

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Prerequisites: 12 Junior credit points of German Assessment: 1x3000wd Essay (50%), 1x1500wd written tutorial paper (25%), 1xTutorial presentation (equivalent to 1500wds) (25%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit surveys influential theories and approaches of language teaching and learning as well as methodologies and didactics of German as a foreign language. The theoretical foundation will be applied to the teaching of language and culture to help students develop a repertoire of teaching techniques and strategies. The assessment tasks are designed to give students the opportunity to apply new knowledge in teaching and learning methods through discussion, presentation and independent research.

3000 level units of study

Language
GRMN3005 German 5

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2x2hr tutorials/week Prerequisites: GRMN2004 or GRMN1222 or GRMN2612 Prohibitions: GRMN2613 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total(15%), 1x equivalent to 750wds oral presentation (15%), 1x equivalent to 1000wds grammar, listening, reading test (20%), 1x 2 hours final exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
These practical language classes build on GRMN2004. By the end of the unit you will be able to communicate on a range of more complex issues, both verbally and in writing. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.
GRMN3006 German 6

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2x2hr tutorials/week Prerequisites: GRMN3005 or GRMN2613 Prohibitions: GRMN2614 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (15%), 1x equivalent to 750wds oral presentation (15%), 1x 1000wd short essay (20%), 1x 2 hours final exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
These practical language classes build on GRMN3005. By the end of the unit you will be able to communicate on a range of complex texts and situations, and to express yourself in German with a degree of fluency. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.
GRMN3007 German 7

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr tutorial/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: HSC German Extension course or the HSC German Continuers course (with a mark above 70) or GRMN3006 or GRMN2614 Prohibitions: GRMN2617 or GRMN2618 or GRMN3008 or GRMN3009 or GRMN3010 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (10%), 1x equivalent to 675wds oral presentation (15%), 1x equivalent to 900wds short essay (25%), 1x equivalent to 2250wds final exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
These practical language classes build on GRMN3006. By the end of the unit you will be able to understand the main ideas of complex texts and situations, and to express yourself in German with ease and spontaneity. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.
GRMN3008 German 8

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr tutorial/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: GRMN1311 or GRMN2615 or GRMN3007 Prohibitions: GRMN1322 or GRMN2616 Assessment: 12x Weekly online homework exercises equivalent to 750wds total (10%), 1x equivalent to 750wds oral presentation (15%), 1x 1000wd short essay (25%), 1x 2 hours final exam (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
These practical language classes build on GRMN3007. By the end of the unit you will be able to understand the main ideas of complex texts and situations, and to express yourself in German fluently and spontaneously. You will be able to express and justify your views on topical issues, both verbally and in writing. Using authentic materials in the classroom will also enable you to improve your cultural competency and deepen your knowledge of the German-speaking world.
GRMN3009 German Language and Society

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr tutorial/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: GRMN3008 or GRMN2616 or GRMN1322 Assessment: 1x equivalent to 500wds listening comprehension (15%), 1x equivalent to 500wds reading comprehension (15%), 1x equivalent to 1500wds oral presentation (30%), 1x 2000wd project essay (40%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit enhances your language skills while enabling you to study contemporary German society. Using materials drawn from contemporary print and (audio-)visual media, you will expand your capacity for written and spoken expression by engaging with key social and cultural issues in the contemporary German-speaking world.
GRMN3010 Translating German Culture

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr tutorial/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 3000 level of Germanic Studies language units Assessment: 1x 500wd bilingual glossary (15%), 1x 2500wd translation project (50%), 1x 1500wd commentary (35%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit allows you to enhance your language skills by studying translation. Using a range of materials, you will put into practice basic translation concepts and techniques, enabling you to build your knowledge of German language and culture.
Culture
GRMN3011 Power and Protest: 20th Century Germany

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 2000 level of Germanic Studies or 12 credit points at 2000 level of European Studies Assessment: 1x 1500wd manifesto (25%), 1x equivalent to 1500wd online discussion (25%), 1x 3000wd research essay (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
From 1968 to 1989, divided Germany was pulled between forces of power and protest. In this unit, you will study the major trends in late twentieth-century German society and culture. Using a variety of media, you will explore how demands for freedom and democracy, as well as forces of conservatism and repression, shaped Germany East and West during this period.
GRMN3015 Gender and Sexuality in German Culture

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 2000 or 3000 level from Germanic Studies or 12 credit points at 2000 level of European Studies Assessment: 1x 1500wd tutorial paper (25%), 1x 1500wd presentation (25%), 1x 3000wd research essay (50%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Reading works by some of the most important modernist authors, this unit explores discourses of gender and sexuality in German and Austrian culture at the turn of the twentieth century.
GRMN3611 Contemporary German Fiction

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Prerequisites: 12 Senior credit points from German or (GRMN1311 and GRMN1322) Assessment: 1x3000wd research paper (50%), 1x1500wd tutorial paper (25%), 1xClass presentation (equivalent to 1500wds (25%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit provides an overview of important currents in contemporary German fiction. Student will study a selection of highly acclaimed novels in depth and reflect on influential approaches in literary analysis. They will gain an insight into the diversity and originality of contemporary German literature and an understanding of the relationship between literary fiction and their historical and cultural contexts. The assessment tasks are designed to give students the opportunity to apply new knowledge and methodology through independent research.
GRMN3613 Research in German as a Foreign Language

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Prerequisites: 12 credit points at 2000 or 3000 level from Germanic Studies Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit will examine themes from the field of Research in Language Teaching and Learning (Sprachlehrforschung) as well as the theoretical and practical aspects of German as a foreign language (Deutsch als Fremdsprache). The main issues addressed are the acquisition and teaching of German as a foreign and second language along with major questions in applied linguistics. The assessment tasks are designed to give students the opportunity to apply new knowledge and methodology through independent research on tertiary language teaching concepts and multiple language acquisition.
GRMN3682 Foreign and Exotic in German Literature

This unit of study is not available in 2020

Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Prerequisites: 12 Senior credit points in German or (GRMN1311 and GRMN2322) Prohibitions: GRMN2682 Assessment: 1xOral Presentation (equivalent to 1000wds) (20%), 1x1500wd tutorial paper (25%), 1x3500wd Research essay (55%) Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
The unit investigates questions of national identity and foreignness (Fremde) in modern literary texts in German. We will consider the construction as well as the deconstruction of belonging and 'being foreign', both by native authors and by so-called 'Auslaender' (foreigners, migrants) writing in German. Narratives critical concepts of a national identity which excludes, rejects and devalues the 'other', as well as narratives by authors 'embodying' the foreign and 'exotic', will be compared.

Interdisciplinary Project unit of study

GRMN3999 Interdisciplinary Impact

Credit points: 6 Session: Intensive December,Intensive July,Semester 1,Semester 2 Prerequisites: Completion of at least 90 credit points Prohibitions: Interdisciplinary Impact in another major Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
Interdisciplinarity is a key skill in fostering agility in life and work. This unit provides learning experiences that build students' skills, knowledge and understanding of the application of their disciplinary background to interdisciplinary contexts. In this unit, students will work in teams and develop interdisciplinarity skills through problem-based learning projects responding to 'real world problems'.
GRMN3998 Industry and Community Project

Credit points: 6 Session: Intensive February,Intensive July,Semester 1,Semester 2 Corequisites: Interdisciplinary Impact in any major. Mode of delivery: Normal (lecture/lab/tutorial) day
This unit is designed for third year students to undertake a project that allows them to work with one of the University's industry and community partners. Students will work in teams on a real-world problem provided by the partner. This experience will allow students to apply their academic skills and disciplinary knowledge to a real-world issue in an authentic and meaningful way.