Languages and International Tourism

DUBLIN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

BA (Hons)

Languages and International Tourism

DT 514 / DT 518 / DT 519 / DT 520

STUDENT HANDBOOK

2015-2016

Languages

Department of Languages

Hospitality Management and Tourism

Department of Tourism

Table of Contents

Section 1 – General Information

Year Coordinators

Duration of Programme

Student Timetables

Section 1 – General Information

The BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism is a dual-discipline 50/50 course administered by the School of Languages, Law and Society and the School of Hospitality Management and Tourism, both located within the College of Arts and Tourism at DIT. Students combine the study of two subject areas: a language either Chinese, French, German or Spanish at post-leaving certificate level and International Tourism. Students will benefit from the international reputation of both Schools whose experience and knowledge are reflected in the programme modules.

Programme Chair & year tutors/co-ordinators

Name / Office Location / Phone / Email
Programme Co-Chair / Dr Catherine Spencer / Room KA309
Kevin Street Annex / 402 4556 /
Yr 1&2
Languages / Martin O’Neill / Room 26, Cathal Brugha Street / 402 4466 /
Yr 1&2
Tourism / Dr Kevin Griffin / Room 206 Sackville Place, / 402 7593 /
Year 3 & 4
Languages
(& Erasmus exchange co-ordinators) / Dr Catherine Spencer / Room KA309
Kevin Street Annex / 402 4556 /
Year 3 & 4
Tourism / tbc

Duration of Programme

The BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism is a 4-year, level 8, Honours Degree Programme.

Student Timetables

Timetables for all DIT Programmes are available at the following website:

Directions for using the website (including username / password) are available at:

General Student Regulations

Students are advised to inform themselves of the regulations applying to students which are located at:

A particularly useful document on this page is the DIT Student Charter, which outlines the expectations we have of our students, and also what they can expect of us.

An issue you will hear commented on frequently is plagiarism, have a look at the Institute’s guidelines on plagiarism here:

General Schedule of Examinations

There are two examination periods in any given academic year; one in September and the other in January. Schedules for each of the two examination periods are generally posted electronically to each student via their DIT Student Email Account.

Student Support Services

For an assortment of support services available to you see the following websites:

Library Facilities

Student Union/Clubs/Activities

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Please note: Exam accommodations recommended by the Disability Service are based on the DAWN

Examination Policy (available to download at:

Students are advised that a spelling & grammar waiver is typically extended to a student with dyslexia for exam situations, except in the case of exams where their knowledge of the structure/grammar/syntax etc .of a language is being examined.

Examinations and Vacation Periods

On the next page you will find a provisional calendar for the 2015-2016 Academic Session. Please read it carefully and note the following:

Attendance at class during the semester is compulsory. You must not arrange holidays or travel during the thirteen class contact weeks of each semester.
Examinations may take place twice per year, in December/January and May/early June. Supplemental (repeat) exams take place in late August/early September.
December/January exams take place in the final weeks of semester 1.
Summer exams generally take place over two weeks in May.
The dates for the supplemental examination session are normally available from late June
It is vital that you do not book holidays or plan to travel during the class or examination periods. It is equally important that you do not plan such activities for late August/early September until you are sure you have passed all modules for the year.
It is not possible to reschedule missed exams. Missed exams count as a failed attempt. This will also apply to other forms of assessments scheduled during the examination periods, such as presentations, oral exams, written tests and submission of assessed work. Rescheduling of such activities can only happen where certified medical evidence of illness has been supplied.

Academic Calendar 2015/2016

(The Academic Year comprises 2 Semesters of 15 weeks during which student learning and assessment takes place.)

Academic Calendar 2015/2016

Semester 1

August 2015 /

17/08/15

/ Reassessment(2014/15)

24/08/15

/ Reassessment(2014/15)
September 2015 /

01/09/15

/ Academic Year commences
2015/16
07/09/15
14/09/15 / 1 / Semester of 15 weeks to include 12 weeks teaching
21/09/15 / 2
28/09/15 / 3
October 2015 / 05/10/15 / 4
12/10/15 / 5
19/10/15 / 6
26/10/15 / 7* / Review Week (unless otherwise arranged)*
Review week to be used either for revision, reading, field visits, lectures, interim tests, formative assessment feedback etc. To be applied in week 7, except where otherwise arranged
November 2015 / 02/11/15 / 8
09/11/15 / 9
16/11/15 / 10
23/11/15 / 11
30/11/15 / 12
December 2015 / 07/12/15 / 13 / Weeks 14 and 15 provide flexibility to allow exams or marking during this time
14/12/15 / 14
21/12/15 / Christmas
28/12/15 / Christmas
January 2016 / 04/01/16 / 15

Semester 2

11/01/16
18/01/16
25/01/16 / 1 / Semester of 15 weeks that normally includes 12 weeks teaching
February 2016 / 01/02/16 / 2
08/02/16 / 3
15/02/16 / 4
22/02/16 / 5
29/02/16 / 6
March 2016 / 07/03/16 / 7
14/03/16 / 8
21/03/16 / Easter break
28/03/16 / Easter break
April 2016 / 04/04/16 / 9
11/04/16 / 10
18/04/16 / 11
25/04/16 / 12
May 2016 / 02/05/16 / 13* / Review Week (unless otherwise arranged)*
Review week to be used either for revision, reading, field visits, lectures, interim tests, formative assessment feedback etc. To be applied in week 13, except where otherwise arranged.
09/05/16 / 14
16/05/16 / 15 / Weeks 14 and 15 provide flexibility to allow exams or marking during this time
23/05/16
30/05/16
June 2016 / 06/06/16 / Student feedback and Appeals
13/06/16 / Student feedback and Appeals

Review weeks to be confirmed by schools

**Language classes for 4th-year students will begin Monday 21stSeptember 2015

Review Week

Some schools in the Institute utilise a Review Week in each Semester. This is aweek which is structured to allow for activities such as tutorials, fieldwork, research, assignment preparation/submission etc.

Locations

Your Classes are divided between the Cathal Brugha Street / Sackville Place Campus for Tourism modules and the Kevin St / Aungier St. Campus for language modules.

Section 2

Programme Structure Year 1

BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism

DT514 / DT518 / DT519 / DT520

The Programme Structure for year one of the BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism are outlined in the following tables.

Schematic of Year 1 Programme Structure / Layout

The following Tables outline the core and optional Modules, offered on the BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism Programme, the semester each module is delivered, the number of contact hours, self-directed learning load, and the ECT credits per module as well as assessment and examination criteria.

Semester 1 / Semester 2
Major Language – Culture & Society (10 ECT - Core)
Major Language - Communication (10 ECT - Core)
Minor Language 1 (10 ECT - Option)
OR
Introduction to Modern Literature in Major Language (10 ECT - Option)
OR
Culture, Identity & Memory (10 ECT - Option)
Dt514 Chinese:
Tourism Studies
(5 ECT - Core) / Tourism Destinations
(5 ECT - Core)
Tourism Marketing 1
(5 ECT - Core) / Management 1
(5 ECT - Core)
IT: Data Prep & Presentation
(5 ECT - Core) / Accounting for Tourism
(5 ECT - Core)
Minimum CEFR exit level A2+ (major language; A1 Minor language)

Contact Hours: Year 1 Core Modules

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Year 1 Modules - Contact Hours
Module Title (& Code) / Semester / Contact Hours / Self Directed Learning / Total Learning. Hours / ECTS Credits
Major Language Culture & Society / 1 & 2 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Major Language Communication / 1 & 2 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Language Option 1 / 1 & 2 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Chinese / 1 & 2 / 108 / 192 / 300 / 15
Tourism Studies (TFTR1001) / 1 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Marketing 1 (TFMK1001) / 1 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
IT: Data Prep & Presentation (TFIT1002) / 1 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Tourism Destinations (TFTR1003) / 2 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Management 1 (TFMG1003) / 2 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Accounting for Tourism (TFAC1008) / 2 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Total Credits Year 1 / 60

Assessment: Year 1 Modules

The following table gives an indication of the assessment and exam breakdown for the core modules.

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Year 1 Assessment of Modules
Module / Code / Semester / Assessment / Exam / Duration
Major Language Culture and Society / 1 & 2 / CA: 40% / Oral 60% / -
Major Language Communication / 1 & 2 / CA: 40% / Written Exam 60% / 3 hours
Language Option 1 / 1 & 2 / Please see Language Option Assessment Table
Chinese / See Chinese - module descriptors
Tourism Studies (TFTR1001) / 1 / CA: 30% / Written Exam 70% / 2 hours
Marketing 1 (TFMK1001) / 1 / CA: 40% / Written Exam 60% / 2 hours
IT: Data Prep & Presentation (TFIT1002) / 1 / CA: 50%
CA 50% / - / -
Tourism Destinations (TFTR1003) / 2 / CA 50% / Written Exam 50% / 2 hours
Management 1 (TFMG1003) / 2 / CA 40% / Written Exam 60% / 2 hours
Accounting for Tourism (TFAC1008) / 2 / CA 40% / Written Exam 60% / 2.5 hours
Optional Modules
Minor Language 1 : (French/ German/ Italian/ Russian Spanish/) / 1 & 2 / Oral: 30%
CA: 20% / Written Exam: 50% / 3 hours
Introduction to Modern French / German / Spanish Literature / 1 & 2 / CA: 50% / Written Exam: 50% / 3 hours
Culture, Identity & Memory / 1 & 2 / CA: 50% / Written Exam: 50% / 3 hours

Year 1 Optional Modules

Language option modules are offered subject to minimum numbers.

Section 3 Programme Structure Year 2

BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism

DT514 / DT518 / DT519 / DT520

The Programme Structure for Year two of the BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism is outlined in the following tables.

Schematic of Year 2 Programme Structure / Layout

The following Tables outline the core and optional Modules, offered on Year 2 of the BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism programme, the semester each module is delivered, the number of contact hours, self-directed learning load, and the ECT credits per module as well as assessment and examination criteria.

Semester 1 / Semester 2
Major Language - Translation & Linguistic Proficiency : (10 ECT - Core)
Major Language - Professional Communications and Preparation for the Year Abroad (10 ECT - Core)
Minor Language 2 (10 ECT - Option) OR
Classic and Contemporary Literature - Major Language (10 ECT - Option) OR
Intercultural Studies ( S1) European Myths in Literature Culture (S2) (10 ECT - Option)
3 Chinese language modules (3x10 credits) / Sem 1 & Sem 2
Sustainable Tourism
(5 ECT - Core) / International HRM
(5 ECT - Core)
E-Tourism
(5 ECT - Core) / Tourism Law
(5 ECT - Core)
Festival and Event Impacts
(5 ECT - Core) / Tourism Enterprise Development
(5 ECT – Core)
Minimum CEFR exit level: Major – B1; Minor – A1+

Contact Hours: Year 2 Core Modules

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Year 2 Modules - Contact Hours
Module Title (& Code) / Semester / Contact Hours / Self Directed Learning / Total Learning. Hours / ECTS Credits
Major Language Translation & Linguistic Proficiency / 3 & 4 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Major Language Professional Communication & Prep for Yr abroad / 3 & 4 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Language Options 2 / 34 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Sustainable Tourism (TFTR2005) / 3 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Festivals and Event Impacts (TFEV4007) / 3 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
E-Tourism (TFIT3008) / 3 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
International HRM (TFMG2002) / 4 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Tourism Law (TFLW3002) / 4 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Tourism Enterprise Development (TFMG3012) / 4 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Total Credits Year 2 / 60

Assessment: Year 2 Modules

The following table gives an indication of the assessment and exam breakdown for the Programme modules.

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Year 2 Assessment of Modules
Module / Code / Semester / Assessment / Exam / Duration
Major Language Translation & Linguistic Proficiency / 3 & 4 / CA 40% / 60 / 3 hours
Major Language Professional Communication & Prep for Yr abroad / 3 & 4 / I: CA 20%
2: Oral 40% / 40% / 3 hours
OPTION
Minor Language 2 (French/ German/ Italian/ Spanish) / 3 & 4 / CA 20%
Oral – 30% / 50% / 3 hours
Classic and Contemporary French / German / Spanish Literature / 3 & 4 / 50% / 50% / 3 hours
Intercultural Studies (CULT 2103) (Sem 1) / 3 / 50% / 50% / 3 hours
European Myths in Literature and Culture (CRIT 2017) (Sem 2) / 4 / 50% / 50%
Sustainable Tourism (TFTR2005) / 3 / 1: 50% / 50% / 2 hours
Festivals and Event Impacts (TFEV4007) / 3 / 1: 30% / 70% / 2 hours
E-Tourism (TFIT3008) / 3 / 1: 50%
2: 50% / No / N/A
International HRM (TFMG2002) / 4 / 1: 40% / 60% / 2 hours
Tourism Law (TFLW3002) / 4 / No / 100% / 3 hours
Tourism Enterprise Development (TFMG3012) / 4 / 1: 40% / 60% / 3 hours

Year 2 Optional Modules

Language option modules are offered subject to minimum numbers.

Section 4 Programme Structure Year 3

BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism

DT514 / DT518 / DT519 / DT520

Schematic of Year 3 Programme Structure / Layout

The following Table outline the structure of year three of the BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism programme.

Schematic of Programme Structure / Layout

Y3 / ERASMUS

Study Abroad in Partner University 15 ECTS
Language Competency [Oral and written exam on return from year abroad}15 ECTS

30 ECTS / Work Placement / Internship
In country of target language
30 ECTS

Minimum CEFR exit level: Major – B1; Minor – A1+

On the third year abroad students are required to spend a period of time studying at a partner university and complete a work placement.

Study in Partner University 15 ECTS

The 15 ECTS are gained through participation and examinations of the modules taken at the partner university. Students may take a range of language and tourism modules amounting to 15 ECTS. Students also sign a learning agreement confirming they have selected the required number of modules. Please ensure that you consult with, respond to and communicate regularly with your Erasmus co-ordinators!

Language Competency 15 ECTS

A further 15 ECTS are acquired by students through engagement with language improvement activities during their stay abroad. Students also deepen their knowledge of the history and culture of the host foreign country. Students are required to complete an oral and written examination (80%) prior to the start of 4th year and to complete a ‘Country Notebook’ (20%) by the end of Semester 1 of their third year and in consultation with Erasmus co-ordinators.

Professional internship and career management – Tourism 30 ECTS

This period of planned work based learning is to be completed in an organisation in a market sector aligned with course content. Students are required to participate in pre-departure seminars and to report and reflect on a variety of aspects of the work placement programme: career management skills, preparation, self-assessment etc.

Section 5 Programme Structure Year 4

BA (Hons) Languages and International Tourism

DT514 / DT518 / DT519 / DT520

The Programme Structure for Year four of the BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism is outlined in the following tables.

Schematic of Year 4 Programme Structure / Layout

Semester 1 / Semester 2
Major Language for Business : (10 ECT - Core)
Major Language –Language Industry Project (10 ECT - Core)
Minor Language 3 (10 ECT - Option) OR
Major Language Current Affairs (10 ECT - Option) OR
Translation Studies (10 ECT - Option)
Global to Local Tourism
(5 ECT - Core) / Strategic Management Seminars
(10 ECT - Core)
Contemporary Tourism Issues
(5 ECT - Core)
Research Methods
(5 ECT - Core) / Tourism in Developing Countries
(5 ECT – Core)

Minimum Exit CEFR level; Major – B2; Minor A1+

Contact Hours: Year 4 Modules

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Module Title (& Code) / Semester / Contact Hours / Self- Directed Learning / Total Learning. Hours / ECTS Credits
Major Language for Business / 7 & 8 / 72
3 hrs/week
(+possible
4thhour) / 128 / 200 / 10
Major Language – Language Industry Project / 7 & 8 / Liaison with lecturers / 128 / 200 / 10
Language Option / 7 & 8 / 72 / 128 / 200 / 10
Global to Local Tourism / 7 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Contemporary Tourism Issues / 7 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Research Methods / 7 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Strategic Management Seminars / 8 / 72 / 64 / 200 / 10
Tourism in Developing Countries / 8 / 36 / 64 / 100 / 5
Total Credits Year 4 / 60

Assessment: Year 4 Modules

The following table gives an indication of the assessment and exam breakdown for the Programme modules.

BA(Hons) Languages and International Tourism
Year 4 Assessment of Modules
Module / Code / Semester / Assessment / Exam / Duration
Core - Major Language for Business / 7 & 8 / Class test / Oral & written / 4 hours
Core - Major Language – Language Industry Project / 7 & 8 / 2 x written reports / & Oral
Language Option
Minor language or Translation Studies or Current Affairs (detail on memo) / 7 & 8 / See 4th year memo
Global to Local Tourism / 7
Contemporary Tourism Issues / 7 / 1: Ass 30%
2. Ass. 70% / NO / NO
Research Methods / 7
Strategic Management Seminars / 8
Tourism in Developing Countries / 8

Year 4 Optional Modules

Language option modules are offered subject to minimum numbers. See 4th year memo/module handbooksfor detailed breakdown of assessments and assessment schedule. Further detail of module content, assessment mode and exam is available on module descriptors

Section 6 - Frequently Asked Questions

IMPORTANT: The following notes are not intended to represent a definitive interpretation of the Institute's regulations. In every case students should read the full regulations, especially DIT's General Assessment Regulations booklet which can be downloaded from:

Who sets and marks the examinations?

The examination for each module is normally set and marked by the lecturer who teaches it. Where there are two or more lecturers for a module, the paper is jointly set and corrected by both lecturers. The external examiner (see below) approves the questions set and reviews the marks awarded. Exam scripts are anonymous.

How many subjects are there on the Languages and International Tourism programme?

There are three (3) modules in languages and six (6) Tourism modules per full academic year i.e. three (3) chosen languages modules and three (3) tourism related modules in each semester.

Can I repeat any failed modules?

Any courses you fail can be repeated in the supplemental exams at the end of August /beginning of September. You may be eligible to compensate up to 15 ECTS provided all marks for those 15 ECTS are between 35% and 39%.

Repeat examinations (called "Supplemental" Exams) start at the end of August, where failed modules can be taken again. Modules still not passed can be repeated at the following sitting and again the following autumn. Please read the GENERAL ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS carefully on this point.

It is important to strive towards passing all subjects at the first attempt, as second or subsequent attempts are recorded on your transcript of results. The transcript of results is an official document frequently sought by employers to establish your academic record.

Languages and International Tourism

Table of Contents

Section 1 – General Information

Programme Chair & year tutors/co-ordinators

Duration of Programme

Student Timetables

Recommended Readings/Textbooks

General Student Regulations

General Schedule of Examinations

Student Support Services

Library Facilities

Student Union/Clubs/Activities

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Examinations and Vacation Periods

17/08/15

24/08/15

01/09/15

Section 2