| Course title | Burmese for beginners |
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| Course code | DAS/BARM |
| Organizational form of instruction | Seminar |
| Level of course | Bachelor |
| Year of study | not specified |
| Semester | Winter and summer |
| Number of ECTS credits | 3 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Status of course | Compulsory-optional |
| Form of instruction | Face-to-face |
| Work placements | This is not an internship |
| Recommended optional programme components | None |
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| Course content |
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Lesson 1: Introduction to Burmese and Consonants (first 10 letters of the alphabet) Lesson 2: Consonants (letters 11-25 of the alphabet) Lesson 3: Consonants (letters 26-33 of the alphabet), Consonant Symbols, and Vowel Symbols Lesson 4: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "ar" ( ) Lesson 5: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "i" ( ) Lesson 6: Culture and Cuisine learning how to order food Lesson 7: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "u" ( ) Lesson 8: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "ay" ( ) Lesson 9: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "e" ( ) Lesson 10: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "aw" ( ) Lesson 11: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, and Daily Conversation for Basic Vowel "o" ( ) Lesson 12: Culture and Major Tourist Attractions
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| Learning outcomes |
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Discover the beauty of Myanmar through its language, culture, and daily life. This course offers a glimpse into the Burmese language and culture, making it perfect for beginners with no prior experience. Upon completion, you will have the skills to navigate the 33 letters of the Burmese alphabet and its symbols to build words, read and pronounce basic phrases, and communicate in everyday situations. Along the way, you will also gain a deeper appreciation of Myanmar's rich cultural heritage and the traditions that shape everyday life.
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| Prerequisites |
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No previous knowledge or experience needed.
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| Assessment methods and criteria |
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unspecified
1. Active participation 2. Completion of assignments and readings 3. Final project (seminar paper) |
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| Study plans that include the course |
| Faculty | Study plan (Version) | Category of Branch/Specialization | Recommended semester | |
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| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2023) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2019) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2019) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2023) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2023) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2023) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2019) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |
| Faculty: Faculty of Arts | Study plan (Version): Chinese Studies (2019) | Category: Philological sciences | - | Recommended year of study:-, Recommended semester: - |