University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 and Semester 2 | Credits: 10

This module introduces students to Old High & Middle High German as used during the European Middle Ages. Students will gradually become acquainted with their grammar and vocabulary, and develop reading skills with the aim of acquiring enough knowledge to be able to access basic Old & Middle HIgh German texts in their original form. No previous knowledge of Old High or Middle High German is expected but students will need to have a grounding (Level A2.2 or higher) in modern German. Offered subject to availability and demand.
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations of the grammar and vocabulary of Old High & Middle High German
  2. Read and translate simple texts in Old High & Middle High German in their original form
  3. Develop the metaskills needed to develop reading competency in a foreign language.
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "A Middle High German reader" by Maurice O'Connell Walshe,Joseph Wright
    ISBN: 9780198720829.
    Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
The above information outlines module MV505: "Old High & Middle High German" and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.