Admission requirements
Successful completion of the Persian writing course in the week 36 (on Tuesday September 3 and Wednesday September 4).
Description
This course starts with an introduction to the Persian language and culture. Students are introduced to the script, phonology, morphology and syntax of the Persian language, and will learn the accompanying terminology. The course is taught with reference to a number of Persian grammar books and accompanying exercises. The exercises are prepared by the students in advance of each class and are the primary means through which the grammar is brought into practice during class. There are three two-hour classes each week. The course requires active preparation and participation. Attendance of the classes is compulsory. Cultural aspects of Iranian society are introduced through texts and students will aquire basic knowledge of Iranian culture. At the end of the course students will have an overview of the basics of the grammatical system of the Persian language and culture, and are able to translate and analyse simple Persian texts.
Course objectives
Working knowledge of Persian grammar
Basic knowledge of vocabularies in Persian
Familiarity with relevant terminology and transliteration conventions
Ability to translate simple texts from Persian into English and vice versa
Basic knowledge of cultural and societal aspects of Iranian society
Capability to create and deliver concise academic presentations on Iranian society topics
Competence in utilizing online resources in both Persian and English
Timetable
The timetables are available through My Timetable.
Mode of instruction
Seminar.
Assessment method
Assessment and weighing
| Partial Assessment | Weighing |
|---|---|
| Written midterm exam | 30% |
| Written final exam | 50% |
| Presentation | 20% |
Resit
There is no resit for the presentation. There is a resit exam for the midterm and the final, which will count for 80%.
Inspection and feedback
If a student requests a review within 30 days after publication of the exam results, an exam review will be organized.
Reading list
The reading list is available on Brightspace.
Registration
Students will be registered by the Education Administration Office Herta Mohr.
Registration Contract teaching
Information for those interested in taking this course in the context of Contract teaching (including taking examinations), e.g. about costs, registration and conditions.
Contact
For substantive questions, contact the lecturer listed in the information bar on the right.
For questions about enrolment, admission, etc, contact the Education Administration Office Herta Mohr.
Remarks
Please note that the additional course information is an integral part of this course description.