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Plymouth Business School

2013/2014

Module Choice for Students Studying in

Term 1 or Term 2 ONLY

Plymouth University Business School

Dear International Student,

Firstly, let me bid you a warm welcome to the Plymouth University Business School.

This book contains the modules that we aim to offer to International/Exchange Students for students who intend to study in Term 1 or Term 2 only for the academic year 2013/14.

Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that all of these modules will run due to timetabling and resource constraints, but I trust that you will be able to select an enjoyable and satisfying programme.

May I take this opportunity to wish you every success with your studies and express the hope that you will find your stay in Plymouth a happy one.

Yours faithfully

Gordon SmithInternational Business Programme Manager

Contents Page

Welcome Page 1

Contents Page Page 2

How to Use this Book Page 3

Modules Available Page 4

Useful Contacts Page 7

Module Descriptions Page 8

How to use this book

This book contains the modules that are available to incoming exchange students who are studying in Term 1 or Term 2 only.

You should choose your modules from this book and should ensure that your home institution is happy with the modules that you have chosen. This is your responsibility and Plymouth Business School will not be liable if your home institution does not accept the modules that you have chosen as valid for your programme of study.

Please refer to the contents on page 4 - 6 for a full list of the modules available.

Please note the following:

20 PU credits is equivalent to 10 ECTS credits10 PU credits is equivalent to 5 ECTS credits

Modules Available 2013/14Term 1 Modules Level 4 Modules

ECN105X Principles of Economics

Term 1 Level 5 ModulesBSO205X An Introduction to Operations ManagementECN211X International Logistics and Supply Chain OperationsECN255X Economics of Public PolicyMKT201X* Buyer Behaviour & RelationshipsMKT202X* Marketing Fundamentals

*For all Marketing modules you must have studied an Introduction to Marketing module previously. Please enquire with the relevant module leader if you would like to undertake one of these modules. LOOK AT AY WORDING

Term 1 Level 6 Modules

BSO304X Operations Management for Competitive AdvantageECN302X Economics of Games and StrategyECN309X Economics of the EUECN390X Environmental & Resource EconomicsECN391X International EconomicsMKT303X* International Marketing MKT305X* Marketing Management

*For all Marketing modules you must have studied an Introduction to Marketing module previously. Please enquire with the relevant module leader if you would like to undertake one of these modules.

Term 2 Modules Level 4 Modules

ECN105D Principles of Economics

Term 2 Level 5 Modules ABF205D Management AccountingBSO211D International Logistics and Supply Chain OperationsBSO205D Introduction to Operations ManagementECN200D Econometrics

Term 2 Level 6 Modules

ABF306D Quantitative FinanceABF310D International Financial ManagementBSO302D Global Enterprise

BSO304D Operations Management for Competitive AdvantageBSO309D ProjectECN306D Practical Economic ModellingECN309D Economics of the EU BHRS306 Diversity & DifferenceMKT303D* International MarketingMKT305D* Marketing Management

*For all Marketing modules you must have studied an Introduction to Marketing module previously. Please enquire with the relevant module leader if you would like to undertake one of these modules.

Language Modules

General Languages and Area Studies Information

AEL100AAEL 100B**

Advanced English Language Skills for Exchange Students T1T2

ELC305A English for Academic Purposes T1ELC305B English for Academic Purposes T2ELC307A English for Global Communication T2FTS001AFTS001B

Spanish Minor 1ASpanish Minor 1B

T1T2

FTS002AFTS002B

Spanish Minor 2ASpanish Minor 2B

T1T2

LCS100A Culture and Society 1A T1LCS100B Culture and Society 1B T2LCS200A Culture and Society 2A T1LCS200B Culture and Society 2B T2LFR300B French Culture & Society 3B T2LSP300B Spanish Culture & Society 3B T2 ** This module concentrates on French to English translation, interpreting and a presentation

The following modules can be studied in French, Spanish or where applicable German

FREXA01/ B01GERXA01/ B01SPNXA01 / B01

French, German, Spanish 1A/B T1/T2

FREXA02/ B02GERXA02/ B02SPNXA02 / B02

French, German, Spanish 2A/B T1/T2

FREXA03 / B03SPNXA03/B03

French, Spanish 3A/B T1/T2

FREX400A/400BSPNX400A/400B

French / Spanish Advanced 1A/B T1/T2







Some useful contacts:

Gordon SmithInternational Business Programme Manager

Room CKY507Telephone Number: +44 (0) 1752 585636

[email protected]

PBS International CentreRoom 106 Cookworthy

Telephone Number: +44 (0)1752 [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

TERM 1 Level 4 ModulesMODULE CODE: ECN105X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4MODULE TITLE: Principles of Economics A (Micro)ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS:To provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts and techniques involved in macroeconomic analysis at an introductory level.

INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT: Introduction to Economics Understanding the Market Economics and Strategy Economics, Business & Government

TERM 1 Level 5 Modules

MODULE CODE: BSO205X CREDITS:10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: Introduction to Operations ManagementELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS: To provide the students with an understanding of the challenge of delivering services and goods and the means of meeting that challenge. To provide students with an appreciation of quantitative techniques that can inform operations management.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Introduction The nature of operations in a range of organisations. Typologies for comparative study: volume and variety, service and manufacturing, the transformation model. The complexity of operations. How competitive advantage is achieved.Decisions: Process layout and analysis, Relevant quantitative techniques, e.g. Linear programming.Managing Quality: Different approaches to measuring and achieving quality. Differences in perceptions of quality in different sectors, gap model of quality, statistical process control.Planning and control: Capacity management. Inventory management. Dependent and independent demand, pull systems. Queuing models.

PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: BSO211X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5

MODULE TITLE: International Logistics and Supply Chain OperationsPRE-REQUISITE(S): NoneCO-REQUISITE(S):COMPENSATABLE WITHIN THIS PROGRAMME: Yes/No (please indicate)SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module deals with issues in the Global Supply Chain, this would typically involve, logistics, customer service, inventory management, transportation, materials handling, management of logistical information, inbound logistics and purchasing, the global logistics environment, supply chain strategy(ies), performance measurement.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT (C1)COURSEWORK 100%

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN255X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: ECONOMICS OF PUBLIC POLICYPRE-REQUISITE(S): NoneCO-REQUISITE(S): NoneCOMPENSATABLE WITHIN THIS PROGRAMME: YesSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR Public policies and the public sector play a key role in modern economies. In this module, the role of government is analysed and critically discussed. We develop economic theories and concepts relevant to the analysis of public policy, and apply them to selected policy issues.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100 % EXAMINATION %

MODULE CODE: MKT202X

CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5

MODULE TITLE: MARKETING FUNDAMENTALSELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To provide a broad overview of the role and utility of marketing within organisations and hence enable the student to develop a market orientated approach to organisational activities.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Marketing philosophy, function, concept & scope. Customer centrality and competitive advantage. Marketing environments. Consumers, buyers and relationship marketing. Marketing research & information. Segmentation, targeting and positioning. Products and brands. Service Marketing.


MODULE CODE: MKT201X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: Buyer Behaviour & RelationshipsELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:The module aims to provide learners with a knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence buying decisions and relationships in a range of marketing contexts. In addition it aims to enable students to analyse specific buying situations and propose appropriate marketing solutions.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Buying behaviour, relationships and marketing planning. Perspectives and models of understanding buyers: economic, psychological, information processing, sociological; positivist and interpretivist schools and associate research methodologies. Consumer motives and values. Dissonance and involvement. Influence of perception, learning, attitude and personality. Expectancy-value theory. Socio-cultural influences including demographics, psychographics, sub-cultures, groups and families. Consumer behaviour concepts and frameworks. Relationship marketing principle in consumer and business contexts. Specific applications of buying behaviour and relationships: market segmentation. Implications for marketing strategies such as market research, objectives, programmes and resources.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: BSO304X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 3MODULE TITLE: Operations Management for Competitive AdvantageSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module brings a strategic and problem-focused view to operations management, concentrating on spheres key to operations based competitive advantage, both in goods and service based industries. Particular consideration is given to operations strategy, supply chain management, lean thinking, performance measurement, quality management, project management and topical developments.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100% EXAMINATION XX% PRACTICE XX%**MODULE AIMS: To provide participants with an informed approach to operations management, allowing them to contextualise problems in goods and service industry sectors. To enable participants to present and implement feasible solutions to develop operations based competitive advantage.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN302X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: GAMES AND STRATEGYCOMPENSATABLE WITHIN THIS PROGRAMME: YesSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Ariel)This module develops and explores ideas in game theory, and applies them to the analysis of a range of contemporary economic, business, political and social problems.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:

To provide students with a thorough knowledge of the principles of game theory. To allow students to apply game theory to a range of economic, business, political and

social problems.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN309X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Economics of the EU (for 1 term exchange students)PRE-REQUISITE(S): ECN105 or ECN106SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Ariel)This module applies the economic analysis of regional integration to the development of the EU. ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To examine the theoretical principles of regional economic integration and their application to the development of the EU.

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MODULE CODE: ECN390X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESOURCE ECONOMICSSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)Modern economies heavily depend on natural resources and substantially affect the natural environment. This module develops and applies economic theories and concepts relevant to the analysis of environmental and resource problems. It explores environmental and resource policies at the national and international stage.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To develop and apply economic theories and concepts essential to an understanding of environmental and resource problems, and of relevant policies to solve these problems.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN391X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6

MODULE TITLE: INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module explores the economic implications of globalisation by investigating current trends in international trade and capital markets.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS: To apply economic theory in order to:

o appraise major trends in international trade, why trade occurs and why governments intervene.o assess the balance of payments, exchange rates and the international monetary system.o crtitically discuss the implications of the globalisation of economic activity.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: MKT303X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: International Marketing SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR An integrative module acquainting the students with the international business environment, the international marketing strategy process and then international marketing mix.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To familiarise students with the current international business environment (including cultural and institutional) within which international marketing plans are developed. To develop students’ analytical skills by formulating strategies in a variety of contexts (e.g. FMCG, B2B, service, not-for-profit etc).

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: MKT305X CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Marketing Management

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR The module is designed to provide business students with an understanding of the essential elements of the marketing management process. It explores the way in which marketing strategies can be developed and implemented in business organisations, and the relationship between marketing and other functional areas of management.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To develop an awareness of how the selection and utilisation of an appropriate mix can ensure the attainment of organisational objectives. To provide an understanding of the inter-relationship between marketing and other functional processes associated with managing organisations.


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MODULE CODE: ECN105D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4MODULE TITLE: Principles of Economics A (Micro)SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module provides an introduction to basic concepts and techniques of microeconomic analysis and discusses the application of those techniques in the context of economic, social and business issues.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100% MODULE AIMS:To provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts and techniques involved in macroeconomic analysis at an introductory level.


MODULE CODE: ABF205D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5

MODULE TITLE: Management Accounting DELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 30% EXAMINATION 70%

MODULE AIMS:To understand the preparation and use of accounting and financial information to assist mangers to make decisions about the organisations that they manage and to help exercise control to promote the implementation of those decisions.

INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT: Investment decisions, techniques and simple risk analysis Budgetary control Control through accounting variances Divisional performance measures Transfer prices The management of stocks, debtors, creditors and cash

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MODULE CODE: BSO211D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: International Logistics and Supply Chain OperationsSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module deals with issues in the Global Supply Chain, this would typically involve, logistics, customer service, inventory management, transportation, materials handling, management of logistical information, inbound logistics and purchasing, the global logistics environment, supply chain strategy(ies), performance measurement.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT (C1)COURSEWORK 30% (E1)EXAMINATION 70%

MODULE AIMS:This module aims to provide a solid understanding of the contemporary issues applicable in Global Supply Chains. It focuses on the major issues that face any enterprise operating on an international / global basis and seeks to provide the participant with an analysis toolkit so that any operations decisions are made in light of best current practice.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: BSO205D CREDITS:10 LEVEL:5MODULE TITLE: Introduction to Operations Management

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)Operations, the activity of producing, delivering and supporting goods and services, lies at the heart of businesses. This module introduces the major themes of how this can be done in practice, describing the challenges faced across the goods-services range of industries. It further develops an appreciation of organisational responses to operational issues and the decisions, techniques and technologies which are used to meet them.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (E1)EXAMINATION 100%MODULE AIMS:To provide the students with an understanding of the challenge of delivering services and goods and the means of meeting that challenge. To provide students with an appreciation of quantitative techniques that can inform operations management.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN200D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: ECONOMETRICSSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module provides an introduction to basic econometric techniques with an emphasis upon learning through practical investigation and experimentation.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100 % EXAMINATION % MODULE AIMS:

To provide students with a practical understanding of econometric techniques and their limitations in the context of cross-section analysis.

To make students aware of the potential usefulness, and limitations, of econometrics across a range of applications.


Module Code: ABF306D Credits: 10

Module Name: Quantitative FinanceAssessment Weighting: C/W: 30% Exam: 70%Short description: This module is designed to develop quantitative skills in financial mathematics and statistics, and to develop understanding of and the application of financial models, that encapsulate either deterministic or stochastic processes.Indicative Syllabus Content: Financial applications of ordinary calculus: portfolio analysis, earnings, share prices and

investment appraisal Ordinary and geometric Brownian motion and share prices Stochastic Calculus Poisson jumps and combined events Option Pricing

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ABF 310D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: International FinanceELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 30% EXAMINATION 70% PRACTICE XX%**

MODULE AIMS:To study the operational and strategic management of international investment and financing.

To examine the constraints and competitive pressures faced by finance managers in international markets, and their implications for the financial management of the multinational firm.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: BSO302D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Global EnterpriseSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Ariel)A module providing advanced study of contemporary international business and theory.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100% EXAMINATION PRACTICE XX%**MODULE AIMS:To compare and contrast the practice of strategic management in different cultural and economic contexts. To identify key trends in the core data on the international business environment and consider the implications for international businesses. To focus on the changing world order, the emerging economies and the impact this is having o dominant business management paradigms.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: BSO309D CREDITS: 20 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Project

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module enables the student to integrate knowledge and skills to develop a specialist area of knowledge and, with supervision, conduct their own investigation and report their findings.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100% EXAMINATION XX% PRACTICE XX%**

MODULE AIMS: To give the student the opportunity to develop a topic relevant to their programme of

study. To enable the student to demonstrate their ability to integrate a range of knowledge and

skills whilst engaging in a supervised investigation.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN306D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: PRACTICAL ECONOMIC MODELLINGSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module introduces and applies a range of empirical modelling methods used in economics, including econometric and simulation methods.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100 % EXAMINATION %

MODULE AIMS: To develop students’ practical and critical understanding of a range of quantitative

modelling methods used in economic analysis. To give students experience in the application of quantitative modelling methods to the

analysis of economic issues.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ECN309D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Economics of the EU BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module applies economic analysis to specific EU policy areas such as agriculture, fisheries, competition, the environment, etc.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS:To apply economic analysis to key policy issues in the EU

PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: HRS306 CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Diversity and Difference

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module is concerned with the implications of inequality, diversity and difference for business, management and work organisation.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (E1)EXAMINATION 100%

MODULE AIMS:

To develop the students’ abilities to analyse, critically assess and evaluate the implications of inequality, diversity and difference for business, management and work organisation.

MODULE CODE: MKT303D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: International Marketing ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: EXAMINATION 100%

MODULE AIMS:To familiarise students with the current international business environment within which international marketing plans are developed. To develop students’ analytical skills by formulating plans in a variety of contexts (e.g. FMCG, B2B, service, not-for-profit etc). To skill students to be able to develop implementation and control strategies for international marketing plans.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:The international business environment. Aspects of risk and risk management in international marketing plans. The implementation and control of international marketing plans. Current issues in international business such as: corporate social responsibility, ethics, green marketing etc.

MODULE CODE: MKT305D CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: Marketing ManagementELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: EXAMINATION 100% MODULE AIMS:To develop an awareness of how the selection and utilisation of an appropriate mix can ensure the attainment of organisational objectives. To provide an understanding of the inter-relationship between marketing and other functional processes associated with managing organisations.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Supporting organisational objectives through marketing. Components of the marketing planning process. Influence of the product life cycle and market scenarios of the marketing plan. New product management. Product strategy in relation to market circumstances. Selection of appropriate pricing and distribution policies. Design and implementation of a promotional campaign. Sales promotion.

Language and Area Studies Modules:Essential information

Modules are available in Languages and Area Studies. Students can also take a module on International Communication and an Introduction to Language Analysis.

Language modules

Elective modules in Languages are available to exchange students on the Plymouth campus, if your programme of study has sufficient elective space.

The languages offered are French, German and Spanish, which can be studied at any level, from Basic to Advanced. Spanish is also available as an intensive, fast-track module for beginners*.

*Students are not permitted to take a module in their native language.

There is also a module available entitled ‘English for Academic Purposes’, for non-native speakers of English.

Duration of modules & credits

If you are only studying at Plymouth for one term, it is possible to enrol on a language module.If you are here for term 1 only, you enrol on a 5 ECTS credit ‘A’ moduleThe intensive fast-track Spanish module = 10 ECTS credits per term

How to enrol

During Induction Week in September there will be language sessions which you will need to attend. Times of these sessions will be advertised in the Cookworthy Building. Academic staff will be available to assess your level and decide which module is most appropriate for you.

Once you have been assessed and know which module to undertake you will need to indicate this on the enrolment form which will be given to you at the enrolment session. Please note: it is essential that you see a member of the languages staff in Cookworthy to have your level assessed before you enter a language module on your enrolment form.

MODULE CODE: AEL100A CREDITS: 10 MODULE TITLE: Advanced English Skills for Exchange Students

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100%

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTORSThis module is normally taken by exchange students who are spending term 1 at the University of Plymouth, but who are not enrolled on a named degree programme here. It builds on their fluency and confidence, and enables them to develop the application of their skills in more demanding situations. This module is normally taught in conjunction with components of the French Advanced 4 FREX0007 module. This module concentrates on French to English translation, interpreting and a presentation.

INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:As determined by the teaching team.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: AEL100B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4, 5 or 6MODULE TITLE: Advanced English Language Skills for Exchange Students BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Ariel)This module is normally taken by exchange students who are spending term 2 at the University of Plymouth, but who are not enroled on a named degree programme hereIt builds on their fluency and confidence, and enables them to develop the application of their skills in more demanding situations. This module is normally taught in conjunction with components of the relevant Advanced 4 XXX0007 module (in French, German or Spanish).ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT:COURSEWORK 100% EXAMINATION PRACTICE

MODULE AIMS:This module in normally taken as part of a raft of modules chosen by exchange students in the context of their programme of study at their home university. It aims to develop specified English language skills which the students have already begun to acquire and where appropriate to develop more specialised applications of these skills.


MODULE CODE: ELC305A CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: English for Academic PurposesELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100% SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module develops students’ knowledge and skills in English in order to achieve full and effective communication within an academic context at stage 3.MODULE AIMS:This module is designed to help students whose first language is not English to further develop and refine their ability to use English appropriately and effectively in an academic context at stage 3.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Students will be exposed to:- a range of written and spoken academic texts, appropriate for stage 3 students- structured input on improving their academic writing skills- structured input on improving their academic speaking skills- grammar and lexis in context- input and guidance on refining and increasing independent and reflective learning skillsThe balance and focus to be determined by the teaching team.

PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: ELC305B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: English for Academic PurposesELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100% SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module develops students’ knowledge and skills in English in order to achieve full and effective communication within an academic context at stage 3.MODULE AIMS:This module is designed to help students whose first language is not English to further develop and refine their ability to use English appropriately and effectively in an academic context at stage 3.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Students will be exposed to:- a range of written and spoken academic texts, appropriate for stage 3 students- structured input on improving their academic writing skills- structured input on improving their academic speaking skills- grammar and lexis in context- input and guidance on refining and increasing independent and reflective learning skillsThe balance and focus to be determined by the teaching team.


MODULE CODE: ELC307A CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: English for Global CommunicationELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100% SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module is designed to develop students’ theoretical understanding of intercultural communication and their practical ability to communicate effectively in English in international situations. INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:Students will be exposed to:- a range of texts and lectures on aspects of language and culture - structured input on developing their presentation skills for international communication- structured input on developing a personal toolkit for dealing with linguistic and cultural differences

CODE: FTS001A/B CREDITS: 10 MODULE TITLE: Spanish Minor 1AELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100%

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTORSThis module is aimed at students who have little or no previous knowledge of the language, but who wish to make rapid progress, on the ‘fast-track’ Minor. It developscommunicative competence towards intermediate level, enabling students to establish social and working relations with speakers of the language, to negotiate everyday needs, and to communicate using spoken and simple written language in limited situations.


MODULE CODE: FTS002A/B

CREDITS: 10 MODULE TITLE: Spanish Minor 2A

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100%

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTORSThis module is designed as a progression from Minor 1B, for students on the ‘fast-track’ Minor. It will enable rapid progress, consolidating knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and providing a firm base for ongoing study. At the same time the student’s communicative competence is developed through the study of materials of relevance to the foreign country today.


MODULE CODE: LCS100A CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4MODULE TITLE: Culture and Society 1A

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%MODULE AIMS:To provide an introduction to a variety of theoretical and practical dimensions of cultural difference and intercultural communication, of relevance to business and professional life, using examples from the social and business culture of a range of significant countries / regions including those related to students’ language studies.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:- key generic cross-cultural issues and skills- selected theoretical paradigms of cultural difference- practical application of intercultural theory- introduction to the social and business culture of selected significant countries / regions including those related to students’ language studies

MODULE CODE: LCS100B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4MODULE TITLE: Culture and Society 1BELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%MODULE AIMS:To provide an introduction to a variety of theoretical and practical dimensions of cultural difference and intercultural communication, of relevance to business and professional life, using examples from the social and business culture of a range of significant countries / regions including those related to students’ language studies.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:- key generic cross-cultural issues and skills- selected theoretical paradigms of cultural difference- practical application of intercultural theory- introduction to the social and business culture of selected significant countries / regions including those related to students’ language studies

MODULE CODE: LCS200A CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5MODULE TITLE: Culture and Society 2AELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module examines a range of aspects which define Hispanic and Francophone worlds, focusing predominantly on the contemporary period. In addition, it develops a range of key skills which will support study at undergraduate level. For those students electing a languages Minor pathway, the module anchors linguistic competence through a deeper understanding of the cultural referents specific to these countries. INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:An overview of aspects of culture and society pertaining to the Hispanic and Francophone worlds. These may include gastronomy, architecture, film, salient features of major capital cities etc. The field trip represents an important component of this module and as such will influence syllabus content.

MODULE CODE: LCS200B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 5

MODULE TITLE: Culture and Society 2BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module examines a range of aspects which define Hispanic and Francophone worlds, focusing predominantly on the contemporary period. In addition, it develops a range of key skills which will support study at undergraduate level. For those students electing a languages Minor pathway, the module anchors linguistic competence through a deeper understanding of the cultural referents specific to these countries. ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT:An overview of aspects of culture and society pertaining to the Hispanic and Francophone worlds. These may include gastronomy, architecture, film, salient features of major capital cities etc. The field trip represents an important component of this module and as such will influence syllabus content.

MODULE CODE: LFR300B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 6MODULE TITLE: French Culture and Society 3BELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100% SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTORThis module involves a study of an approved topic related to a French-speaking country, using sources in French and English. It requires independent research and analysis, with appropriate supervision.MODULE AIMS:To allow independent study of an approved topic related to a French-speaking country, using sources in French and English; to involve the student in an individual exercise of research and analysis, with appropriate supervision.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT: The project topic must be approved by the student’s supervising tutor. It must be related to a

French-speaking country, and must address a social, cultural, linguistic, political, economic or historical issue of national, regional or local significance.

The study may not be on the same topic as any other project/dissertation submitted for another module. It may be related to a work placement, if appropriate

MODULE CODE: LSP300B CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 3MODULE TITLE: Spanish Culture and Society 3BELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS:To allow independent study of an approved topic related to a Spanish-speaking country, using sources in Spanish and English; to involve the student in an individual exercise of research and analysis, with appropriate supervision.INDICATIVE SYLLABUS CONTENT: The project topic must be approved by the student’s supervising tutor. It must be related to a

Spanish-speaking country, and must address a social, cultural, linguistic, political, economic or historical issue of national, regional or local significance.

The study may not be on the same topic as any other project/dissertation submitted for another module. It may be related to a work placement, if appropriate

MODULE CODE: FREXA01/B01GERXA01/B01 or SPNXA01/B01

CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4,5 or 6

MODULE TITLE: French, German, Spanish 1A/BELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100% SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR This module is designed for beginners in the language, or those whose previous qualification/experience is not equivalent to GCSE grade B. It develops communicative competence at a basic level, enabling students to establish and maintain adequate social relations with speakers of a foreign language, negotiate everyday needs in a foreign country, and communicate using spoken and simple written language in a limited social or work setting.MODULE AIMS:This module will develop a communicative competence in a foreign language at a basic level. It will enable students to establish and maintain adequate social relations with speakers of the language, negotiate everyday needs in a foreign country and communicate using spoken language and simple written language in a limited social or work setting.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: FREXA02/B02GERXA02/B01 or SPNXA02/B02

CREDITS: 10 LEVEL: 4,5,or 6

MODULE TITLE: French, German, Spanish 2A/BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial) This module is designed for students whose previous qualification/experience in the language is at least equivalent to GCSE grade B, or as a progression from Basic. It develops communicative competence at an intermediate level, improving students’ ability to establish social and working relations with speakers of the language, to understand key aspects of the target culture, and to handle useful routine writing and reading tasks.ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1)COURSEWORK 100%MODULE AIMS:This module will develop a communicative competence in a foreign language at an intermediate level. It will develop students’ ability to establish social and working relations with speakers of the foreign language, to understand key aspects of the target culture, and to handle useful routine writing and reading tasks.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: FREXA03/B03 Spanish A03/B03


MODULE TITLE: French, Spanish 3A/3B

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module is aimed at students whose previous experience in the language is equivalent to AS level, or as a progression from Intermediate 1. It develops their ability to use both the spoken and written language effectively beyond routine situations, to establish and maintain effective social and working relations with speakers of the foreign language, and to understand key aspects of the target culture.

ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS:This module is aimed at students whose previous experience in the language is equivalent to AS level, or as a progression from Intermediate 1. It develops their ability to use both the spoken and written language effectively beyond routine situations, to establish and maintain effective social and working relations with speakers of the foreign language, and to understand key aspects of the target culture.

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH MODULE RECORDMODULE CODE: FREX400A/400B SPNX400A/400B


MODULE TITLE: French, Spanish Advanced 1A/1BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module is designed as a progression from Advanced 2, and is normally aimed at final year advanced students of the foreign language who have not had an extended period of residence in the foreign country. It enables them to build on the advanced language skills that they have already acquired and apply these to more specialised and complex situations (such as presentation and translation).ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS: This module will concentrate on consolidating the students’ competence, both communicative and cognitive, in the foreign language at an advanced level. It will reinforce students’ grammatical and lexical knowledge of the language and their ability to establish and maintain effective social and working relations with speakers of the foreign language.




SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module is designed as a progression from Advanced 1, or for other students who have pursued their study of the foreign language beyond A level or its equivalent. It will further extend their ability to communicate in more complex situations and their understanding of the structures of the language. Particular attention is paid to developing skills of relevance to a study or work placement in the foreign country.


MODULE AIMS: This module will further the establishment of a solid communicative and cognitive competence in the foreign language and extend this competence to areas of practical application that are relevant to spending a period of residence in the foreign country. This general aim will be pursued in all four major skill areas.



MODULE TITLE: French, Spanish 3A/3BSHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial)This module is designed as a progression from Advanced 2, and is normally aimed at final year advanced students of the foreign language who have not had an extended period of residence in the foreign country. It enables them to build on the advanced language skills that they have already acquired and apply these to more specialised and complex situations (such as presentation and translation).ELEMENTS OF ASSESSMENT: (C1) COURSEWORK 100%

MODULE AIMS: This module will further develop a communicative competence in the foreign language at an advanced level. It will enable students to perform confidently in their social and working relations with speakers of the language, in both general and specialised areas. They will be able to understand a large number of general aspects of the target culture. In addition, they will be able to present matters of specialised interest to others and to employ specialised writing and reading skills.




SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR (Maximum 4 lines, 12 pt Arial) This module is normally taken by final year students of the foreign language who have completed an extended period of residence in the foreign country. It builds on their increased fluency and confidence, and their personal experience of the foreign culture, and enables them to develop the application of their skills in more sophisticated and demanding situations.


MODULE AIMS:

This module is normally taken as a final year module of degree standard enabling students who have completed an extended period of residence abroad to develop more specialised applications of the language skills already acquired.

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