GERMAN Objective A1

lalle1001  2026-2027  Louvain-la-Neuve

GERMAN Objective A1
3.00 credits
60.0 h
Q1 and Q2
Teacher(s)
Klein Caroline (coordinator); Mottin Mélanie (compensates Klein Caroline);
Language
Prerequisites
No prerequisites, beginner-level course.
Main themes
The topics covered are selected in line with the learning outcomes of the programme and the communicative needs as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) for level A1. 
They cover general and authentic communication situations related to daily, social and cultural life, such as greeting people, introducing oneself and others (countries, languages, numbers, the alphabet, academic background), studies and leisure (leisure activities and hobbies), food (dishes, ordering and paying), time and appointments (the time, days, seasons), family and friends (describing people).  
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

In accordance with the learning outcomes (LO) for the Bachelor's programmes in ESPO and the descriptors of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages for the target level (A1), this course module contributes to the development and of the following LOs:  
 
  • Listening Comprehension (general) – A1 
    • recognise specific information about a familiar, everyday topic, provided that the speaker speaks slowly and clearly. 
    • understand instructions given slowly and clearly and follow short, simple instructions. 
 
  • Reading Comprehension (general) – A1 
    • get a general idea of the content of a simple informational text, and of short, straightforward descriptions, particularly when accompanied by visual material. 
    • understand short texts on topics of personal interest (e.g. news briefs on sport, music, travel or stories) if they are written in simple language and illustrated with pictures. 
 
  • Spoken Production (general) – A1 
    • produce short sentences to talk about oneself or others, and provide simple personal details (e.g. name, address, family situation, nationality). 
    • describe simple aspects of one’s daily life using a series of simple sentences, words or signs, and simple expressions, if given the opportunity to prepare in advance. 
 
  • Spoken Interaction (general) – A1 
    • ask and answer questions about oneself and one’s daily routines, using short set phrases and relying on gestures to reinforce the information given. 
 
  • Written Production (general) – A1 
    • provide information about personal matters (e.g. likes and dislikes, family, pets) using simple words and phrases.  
 
  • Written Interaction (general) – A1 
    • request or provide detailed personal information. 
 
  • General Linguistic Competence – A1 
    • use basic sentence patterns and communicate using memorised phrases, short phrases or signs, and set expressions about oneself, other people, what they do, places, objects, etc.  
 
Content
 German is learnt in context using teaching materials and/or authentic texts. Basic vocabulary and structures are practised, consolidated and expanded through written and oral exercises (drills, role-plays, interviews, conversations, etc.).
Teaching methods
  • Classes in groups of up to 25 students.
  • 30 hours (Q1) + 30 hours (Q2) of face-to-face teaching
  • daily work is essential
Evaluation methods
The content of the exams and continuous assessment covers the chapters of the DaF A1 textbook studied during the course.
For each session (January and June), different marks contribute to the assessment:
1. Continuous assessment: the tests set for students during the year count towards the final mark (20% of the final mark)
2. Written exam (60%: grammar 30%, reading and listening 20%, written expression 10%) and oral exam (20%)
For the September session, continuous assessment is no longer taken into account. The assessment covers the entire material covered during the year. The final mark is weighted as follows: written examination 70 % (grammar 40%, reading and listening 20%, written expression 10%) and oral examination 30%.
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) must be used responsibly and in accordance with the principles of academic and scientific integrity. As scientific integrity requires that sources be cited, the use of AI must always be acknowledged. The use of artificial intelligence for tasks or examinations where it is explicitly prohibited will be regarded as cheating.
Carrying a connected device on one’s person or within easy reach (even if switched off or in aeroplane mode) during any form of assessment is prohibited and will be considered an instance of cheating. This includes, for example, mobile phones, smartwatches, earphones, translation pens, etc. This list is not exhaustive!
Any attempt to cheat will be reported to the relevant examination board and the student will face the consequences.
Teaching materials
  • Manuel d'apprentissage Kurs DaF A1 Deutsch für Studium und Beruf (Klett, ISBN 978-3-12-676838-2)
Faculty or entity


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor in Human and Social Sciences

Bachelor in Sociology and Anthropology

Bachelor in Information and Communication

Bachelor in Economics and Management

Bachelor in Political Sciences: General

Bachelor : Business Engineering