Studying at the University of Verona

Here you can find information on the organisational aspects of the Programme, lecture timetables, learning activities and useful contact details for your time at the University, from enrolment to graduation.

This information is intended exclusively for students already enrolled in this course.
If you are a new student interested in enrolling, you can find information about the course of study on the course page:

Laurea magistrale in Lingue per la comunicazione turistica e commerciale - Enrollment from 2025/2026

Nei piani didattici di ciascun Corso di studio è previsto l’obbligo di conseguire un certo numero di CFU di tipologia D e di tipologia F.

CFU D (attività a scelta dello studente)
I CFU D possono essere acquisiti mediante:

  • insegnamenti non obbligatori nel proprio piano didattico (previa approvazione del Presidente del Collegio didattico per insegnamenti non selezionabili in autonomia)
  • attività accreditate dal Collegio didattico
  • competenze linguistiche (diverse o ulteriori) rispetto a quelle obbligatorie
  • tirocini o stage
  • TALC (competenze trasversali).

Il numero di CFU D va calcolato complessivamente sull’intero triennio/biennio e non è legato all'annualità.

Competenze trasversali
Scopri i percorsi formativi promossi dal  Teaching and learning centre dell'Ateneo, destinati agli studenti iscritti ai corsi di laurea, volti alla promozione delle competenze trasversali: https://talc.univr.it/it/competenze-trasversali
Nota bene: i corsi TALC sono riconosciuti solo come CFU D.

Contamination Lab
Il Contamination Lab Verona (CLab Verona) è un percorso esperienziale con moduli dedicati all'innovazione e alla cultura d'impresa che offre la possibilità di lavorare in team con studenti e studentesse di tutti i corsi di studio per risolvere sfide lanciate da aziende ed enti. Il percorso permette di ricevere 6 CFU in ambito D. Scopri le sfide: https://www.univr.it/clabverona

ATTENZIONE: Per essere ammessi a sostenere una qualsiasi attività didattica, incluse quelle a scelta, è necessario essere iscritti all'anno di corso in cui essa viene offerta. PER I LAUREANDI: Si raccomanda ai laureandi delle sessioni di novembre e marzo/aprile di NON svolgere attività extracurriculari del nuovo anno accademico (cui loro non risultano iscritti), essendo tali sessioni di laurea con validità riferita all'anno accademico precedente. Le attività formative svolte in un anno accademico cui non si è iscritti, non danno luogo a riconoscimento di CFU.


CFU F
I CFU F sono solitamente relativi ad abilità informatiche, competenze linguistiche, stage e tirocini e ulteriori attività formative accreditate in questa tipologia dal Collegio Didattico.
Nel corso di laurea magistrale in Lingue per la promozione turistica e commerciale sono previste le seguenti tipologie:
- 6 CFU di ulteriori competenze linguistiche
- 9 CFU per stage o project work 
Le attività di stage sono finalizzate a far acquisire allo studente una conoscenza diretta in settori di particolare utilità per l’inserimento nel mondo del lavoro, coerenti con il percorso di studi, e per l’acquisizione di abilità specifiche d’interesse professionale.

Academic year:
I semestre (Area Lingue e letterature straniere) From 9/23/24 To 12/21/24
years Modules TAF Teacher
1° 2° Catalan language (elementary) F Lidia Carol Gerones (Coordinator)
1° 2° Brasilian Portuguese language (elementary) [1 semestre] F Leticia Valandro (Coordinator)
II semestre (Area Lingue e letterature straniere) From 2/17/25 To 5/24/25
years Modules TAF Teacher
1° 2° Catalan language (post-elementary) F Lidia Carol Gerones (Coordinator)
1° 2° Brasilian Portuguese language (elementary) [2 semestre] F Leticia Valandro

To discover all the teaching activities accredited by the foreign teaching college click here

Teaching code

4S002972

Credits

9

Language

English en

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-LIN/12 - LANGUAGE AND TRANSLATION - ENGLISH

Period

II semestre (Area Lingue e letterature straniere) dal Feb 17, 2025 al May 24, 2025.

Courses Single

Authorized

Learning objectives

The course is aimed at illustrating the development and diversification of the English language in its varieties. It is also aimed at shedding light on the factors that have determined the emergence of Englishes in their plurality and at providing insights into linguistic, cultural and ideological issues related to the diverse contexts and uses of Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) in the world. The latter will also be analyzed in its use in professional contexts. Language competence in English to be acquired: C2 level - Common European Framework of Reference for languages.

Prerequisites and basic notions

Requirements to be able to follow the course.
A C2 level of English is required to be able to follow this course.
Pre-requisite for the final exam:
A C2 level language certificate (Common European Framework of Reference) should be obtained through CLA or through external institutions and validated by the CLA.
Erasmus+ students doing their mobility in Verona are also required to have a certificate recognized by the CLA: they are therefore invited to contact the instructor and consult the CLA website to have their certificate validated or enrol in CLA courses / exams.
The validity of language certificates awarded from October 1 2024 is 3 years from the day it was awarded.

Program

During the course we will cover and discuss aspects related to the historical evolution of the English language, its spread and its geographical diversification.The focus will be placed on phenomena of linguistic and cultural context and on processes of language change in the different contexts of use of the English language, including its role as a global language, also within the professional context.
Main Topics of the course:
- Key concepts in the study of English(es)
- Models for understanding the spread of English
- language ideologies
- Language contact phenomena: hybridity in World Englishes,
- English-based pidgins and creoles
- English in different areas of the world
- English as a global language: English as a Lingua Franca and English as Business Lingua Franca.
- Implications of the pluralism of Varieties of English for learning and teaching the language.

Bibliography

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Didactic methods

Teaching Methodology
The course will consist of a blended learning approach which combines face to dace classroom lectures with classroom discussion and the use of digital tools; the students are encouraged to participate actively in the discussions.
Students who cannot come to class are invited to access the Moodle platform with their university passwords. They will find all the course content and activities available on the Moodle.
Methods of teaching support:
Guidelines and teaching materials and activities will be uploaded in the Moodle platform of the module. Students are also invited to contact the instructor via e-mail or during office hours.

Learning assessment procedures

Pre-requisite: C2 level language certificate (Common European Framework of Reference), obtained through CLA or through external institutions and validated by the CLA
Type of exam: Oral exam in English. The questions will be on the theoretical issues and examples of English varieties covered in the course.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE

Evaluation criteria

Students should demonstrate metalinguistic awareness, analytical skills and critical thinking.

Criteria for the composition of the final grade

The average mark between the language certification (CLA) and the exam.

Exam language

English