French and Italian
Bachelor's degree
In Coventry
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Coventry
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Duration
4 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
French and Italian is a joint degree which allows you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the language, literature, culture, society and politics of Italy, France and the Francophone world, in both a historical and a contemporary perspective. Equal weight is given to both languages and cultures, and in each year four modules are taken: one module is devoted to each language and one further module is taken in each subject.
You will arrive with an A-level in French (or equivalent) but Italian can be taken at any level. Throughout your degree you will study Italian language at an appropriate level: beginners, intermediate or advanced.
You can choose to spend your year abroad in a French-speaking country or Italy, or you can split your time between them. Your year abroad can either be in year 2 or 3.
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About this course
Modules in the first year are designed to give you an overview so that you can make an informed choice of optional modules in your second and final years. These include the study of history, politics, literature, film and culture. In your final year, you can choose to research a dissertation if you wish.
Our graduates work for organisations including: United Nations, the Ministry of Defence, British Airways, BBC Sussex, Nestle.
Examples of our graduates’ job roles include: Lead European marketer, Freelance translator & Editor, German Language Teacher, Project Controller, European Graduate trainee, Events Assistant.
AAB including A Level in French
IB: 36 points including 5 in Higher Level French
Degree of Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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Subjects
- Italian Language
- Language
- Language assignments
- Essays
- Presentations
- Portfolio submissions
- Francophone
- Politics
- Literature
- Film
Course programme
We offer a wide variety of modules exploring both French and Italian language, culture, society and history.
Year OneCore Modules
- Modern French Language I (FR101-30)
- The Story of Modern France (FR121-30)
Then one of the following Italian core language options:
Modern Italian Language I (at Beginners', Intermediate or Advanced level) (30 Credits)
Optional Modules
Choose one of the following Italian options:
- The History of Modern Italy (IT115-30)
Year Two/Three
Core Modules
- Modern French Language II (FR201)
- Modern Italian Language II (IT201) or
- Modern Italian Language lll (IT301)
- French Modules (15-30 credits)
- Italian Modules (15-30 credits)
- Intermediate Year Cross-School Module (0-15 credits)
Year Three/Four
Core Modules
- Modern French Language III (FR401-30)
- Modern Italian Language lV (IT401-30)
Optional Modules
- French Modules (15-30 credits)
- Italian Modules (15-30 credits)
- Final Year Cross-School Module (0-15 credits)
*Exceptional case for 15 credits external module may be approved
How will I learn?
You will have around 12 hours of contact time per week. We employ a variety of teaching styles, including: lectures; seminars of about 15 students, in which the emphasis is on student participation; and written and spoken language classes in small groups. You will spend the rest of your time studying independently, preparing for classes, reading the primary texts, writing essays and working on your language skills.
How will I be assessed?We will track your progress through language assignments, essays, presentations, portfolio submissions and examinations (written and oral). Throughout your course you will receive detailed, personalised feedback to help you to improve your skills.
French and Italian