 | Study programme 2022-2023 | Français | |
 | Cultural Studies : Chinese | ||
Programme component of Bachelor's in Translation and Interpretation (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Translation and Interpretation - School of International Interpreters |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UT-B2-TRAINT-188-M | Compulsory UE | ALOISIO Loïc | T203 - Communication écrite, littérature, traduction et analyse du discours |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinois | 26 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2.00 | 2nd term |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-CHIN-306 | Cultural Studies | 26 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 100.00% |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
- Understand language of instruction and foreign languages (language skills)
- Communicate easily and adequately, in both selected foreign languages, at a minimum level of B2 in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
- Understand and integrate cultural similarities and differences (cultural and intercultural skills)
- Demonstrate real knowledge of the cultures of the studied languages
- Identify cultural differences and talk about them
- Be familiar with codes and conventions of other cultures for the sake of interpersonal relationships
- Use lexicographical resources and reference materials to lead linguistic mediation activities individually or as part of a team (professional skills)
- Carry out, alone or in groups, activities or projects involving critical analysis
- Communicate results or conclusions of these activities or projects in an appropriate manner
- Conduct relevant research and report on it in a critical manner (cognitive skills)
- Conduct targeted and reasoned documentary research in both the core language and the foreign languages studied
- Assess the relevance and reliability of documentary sources used
Language Combination
Unité d’enseignement de la combinaison linguistique
Learning Outcomes of UE
Upon completion of the language courses of the second block, students will have a good command of the foreign language at the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Students will be able to:
- identify, put into perspective and describe important events considered to be part of the general (i.e. historical, geographical or socioeconomic) culture of a native speaker;
- do relevant research on these topics;
- give a comprehensive and coherent account of the way they tackled the problems encountered in their research.
UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance
Students will become acquainted with the geographical, historical and socioeconomic context of the language they are studying.
They will have to do research and hand in personal assignments on questions related to these topics.
Prior Experience
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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| T-CHIN-306 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
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| T-CHIN-306 |
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Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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| T-CHIN-306 | All course material is available on the Moodle e-learning platform. |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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| T-CHIN-306 | Not applicable. |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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| T-CHIN-306 | Jacques GERNET, Le Monde chinois, 3 volumes, Armand Collin, Paris, 1972/2005. Jacques PIMPANEAU, Chine - Culture et traditions, Philippe Picquier, Arles, 1988/2015. Jacques PIMPANEAU, Chine - Histoire de la littérature, Philippe Picquier, Arles, 1989/2016 Anne CHENG, Histoire de la pensée chinoise, Seuil, Paris, 1997. Thierry SANJUAN, Atlas de la Chine - Une grande puissance sous tension, Autrement, Paris, 2015. Connaissances générales en géographie chinoise, Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press, Beijing, 2007 Connaissances générales en histoire chinoise, Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press, Beijing, 2007 Connaissances générales en culture chinoise, Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press, Beijing, 2007 Damien CHAUSSENDE, Histoire de la Chine ancienne et impériale. Paris : PUF, coll. " Que sais-je ", 2022. |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
| AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
|---|---|
| T-CHIN-306 | Authorized |
Term 2 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 assessment |
|---|---|
| T-CHIN-306 |
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Term 2 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 2 Assessment - comments |
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| T-CHIN-306 | Multiple choice questions, True/False questions, open-ended or semi-closed questions Comparisons between two historical periods, geographical settings, characters, events, works of art, ideas/concepts, etc. Critical papers on issues dealt with in class Oral presentation on subjects related to Chinese culture |
Term 3 Assessment - type
| AA | Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 assessment |
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| T-CHIN-306 |
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Term 3 Assessment - comments
| AA | Term 3 Assessment - comments |
|---|---|
| T-CHIN-306 | Multiple choice questions, True/False questions, open-ended or semi-closed questions Comparisons between two historical periods, geographical settings, characters, events, works of art, ideas/concepts, etc. Critical papers on issues dealt with in class Oral presentation on subjects related to Chinese culture |