The purpose of this course is to introduce learners to the German language, focusing on basic vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills. Learners will develop their ability to understand, speak, read, and write in German, laying a foundation for further language study.

CLO 1: Communicate basic ideas and engage in simple conversations in German, utilizing appropriate vocabulary and grammatical structures.

CLO 2: Recognise common phrases and basic sentence structures through spoken and written German

CLO 3: Demonstrate cultural awareness by identifying key aspects of German-speaking cultures and their significance.

CLO 4: Apply language learning strategies that enhance their proficiency in German and facilitate further language acquisition.

Course Description 

Introduction to the German Language.

Overview of the German language and its significance. Differences between German and other languages. Basic pronunciation and the German alphabet. 

Greetings and Introductions. Common greetings and farewells. Introducing oneself and others. Simple questions and responses. Hobbies and occupations.

Numbers, Dates, and Time. Cardinal and ordinal numbers. Days of the week, months, and seasons. Telling time and expressing dates. 

Basic Vocabulary and Everyday Expressions. Essential vocabulary for daily activities (food, family, and home). Basic expressions for common situations. Role-play activities to practice vocabulary. Articles, Gender, and Nouns. 

Understanding definite and indefinite articles. Gender of nouns and plural forms. Practice exercises and quizzes. (Einkaufen)

Verbs and Basic Conjugation. Introduction to regular and irregular verbs. Present tense conjugation. Creating simple sentences with verbs.

Basic Sentence Structure and Grammar. Forming simple sentences. Subject-verb-object order. Questions and negations. 

Describing People and Things. Vocabulary for physical descriptions and personality traits. Describing objects and surroundings. Adjective agreement in German. 

Introduction to German Culture. Overview of German-speaking countries. Cultural practices, traditions, and customs. Importance of language in cultural identity.

Review and Practical Application. Review of key concepts and vocabulary. Role-playing scenarios to apply language skills. Preparing for continued language study.