Foreign Language II
Niveau
A1 bis C2 (GER)
Learning outcomes of the courses/module
The participants:
• (A1 – Beginner) Can understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple sentences aimed at satisfying concrete needs.
• (A1 – Beginner) Can introduce themselves and others, ask people questions about personal details – e.g., where they live, people they know, and things they have – and can respond to such questions.
• (A1 – Beginner) Can communicate in a simple way if the interlocutor speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to help.
• (A2 – Elementary) Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., personal and family information, shopping, work, local area
• (A2 – Elementary) Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
• (A2 – Elementary) Can describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken and can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
• (B2 – Upper Intermediate) Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
• C1 – Advanced) Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning.
• (C1 – Advanced) Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions and can use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purpos
• (C1 – Advanced) Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
• (A1 – Beginner) Can understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple sentences aimed at satisfying concrete needs.
• (A1 – Beginner) Can introduce themselves and others, ask people questions about personal details – e.g., where they live, people they know, and things they have – and can respond to such questions.
• (A1 – Beginner) Can communicate in a simple way if the interlocutor speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to help.
• (A2 – Elementary) Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., personal and family information, shopping, work, local area
• (A2 – Elementary) Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters.
• (A2 – Elementary) Can describe in simple terms aspects of their background, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken and can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.
• (B1 – Intermediate) Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes, and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
• (B2 – Upper Intermediate) Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
• C1 – Advanced) Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning.
• (C1 – Advanced) Can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions and can use the language flexibly and effectively for social, academic, and professional purpos
• (C1 – Advanced) Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.
• (C2 – Near-native proficiency) Can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
Prerequisites for the course
• Beginner Modules:
o Chinese, German, Spanish at levels A1/A2 with target level A2: no prior knowledge permitted.
• Upper Beginner Modules:
o German at levels A2/B1 with target level B1.1: solid prior knowledge at A1 level required.
• Advanced Modules:
• Business German, Business French, Business Italian, Business Spanish at levels B1/B2 with target level B2.1: solid prior knowledge at A2 level required.
• Business English for Academic and Professional Purposes at levels B2+/C1 with target level C1: prior knowledge at B2 level or completion of an English bridging/preparatory course required.
• Business English for Academic and Professional Purposes at levels C1/C2 with target level C2.1: solid prior knowledge at B2.2 level required.
o Chinese, German, Spanish at levels A1/A2 with target level A2: no prior knowledge permitted.
• Upper Beginner Modules:
o German at levels A2/B1 with target level B1.1: solid prior knowledge at A1 level required.
• Advanced Modules:
• Business German, Business French, Business Italian, Business Spanish at levels B1/B2 with target level B2.1: solid prior knowledge at A2 level required.
• Business English for Academic and Professional Purposes at levels B2+/C1 with target level C1: prior knowledge at B2 level or completion of an English bridging/preparatory course required.
• Business English for Academic and Professional Purposes at levels C1/C2 with target level C2.1: solid prior knowledge at B2.2 level required.
Course content
A1 – Beginner
Understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple sentences aimed at satisfying concrete needs. Introduce themselves and others, ask people questions about personal details – e.g., where they live, the people they know, or the things they have – and respond to such questions. Communicate in a simple way if the conversation partners speak slowly and clearly and are prepared to help.
A2 – Elementary Knowledge
Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., personal and family information, shopping, work, local environment). Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Describe in simple terms their background, education, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.
B1 – Intermediate Language Use
Use clear standard language in academic and business contexts and communicate about familiar topics related to work, school, leisure, etc., applying relevant conversational skills. Express themselves simply and coherently on familiar topics and areas of personal interest. Report on experiences and events, describe dreams, hopes, and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
B2 – Independent Language Use
Express themselves on the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics in academic and business contexts and participate in technical discussions in their own field of specialization. Communicate with such a degree of fluency and spontaneity that normal conversation with native speakers is quite possible without strain for either party. Express themselves clearly and in detail on a wide range of subjects, explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, and outline the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
C1 – Advanced Language Proficiency
Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meanings. Use the language effectively and flexibly in academic and business contexts and express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for words. Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
C2 – Near-Native Proficiency
Communicate effortlessly in all language situations. Summarize information from various written and spoken sources and reconstruct arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
Understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple sentences aimed at satisfying concrete needs. Introduce themselves and others, ask people questions about personal details – e.g., where they live, the people they know, or the things they have – and respond to such questions. Communicate in a simple way if the conversation partners speak slowly and clearly and are prepared to help.
A2 – Elementary Knowledge
Understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., personal and family information, shopping, work, local environment). Communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Describe in simple terms their background, education, immediate environment, and matters in areas of immediate need.
B1 – Intermediate Language Use
Use clear standard language in academic and business contexts and communicate about familiar topics related to work, school, leisure, etc., applying relevant conversational skills. Express themselves simply and coherently on familiar topics and areas of personal interest. Report on experiences and events, describe dreams, hopes, and ambitions, and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.
B2 – Independent Language Use
Express themselves on the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics in academic and business contexts and participate in technical discussions in their own field of specialization. Communicate with such a degree of fluency and spontaneity that normal conversation with native speakers is quite possible without strain for either party. Express themselves clearly and in detail on a wide range of subjects, explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, and outline the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
C1 – Advanced Language Proficiency
Understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts and recognize implicit meanings. Use the language effectively and flexibly in academic and business contexts and express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for words. Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
C2 – Near-Native Proficiency
Communicate effortlessly in all language situations. Summarize information from various written and spoken sources and reconstruct arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.
Recommended specialist literature
Textbook – to be arranged; authentic materials, such as articles from English-language magazines (including professional journals), newspapers, and online media source
Assessment methods and criteria
Portfolio exam
Language
foreign language
Number of ECTS credits awarded
6
Semester hours per week
Planned teaching and learning method
Blended Learning
Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered
2