Study Guide

Objective

Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to use English standard language in spoken and written communication situations. They are also to some extent acquainted with the field-specific vocabulary needed in studies. They know and can use several language tools and resources which can help to improve their language skills.

Content

Language structures and grammar
Spoken exercises and pronunciation
Writing and reading activities
Language tools

Materials

Moodle material

Teaching methods

Independent study, written an spoken assignments

Student workload

54 h

Further information

80% attendance of class or grade affected.
50% minimum

Evaluation scale

Passed/failed

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
Students use simple structures and limited vocabulary in spoken and written communication. Mistakes may to some extent disturb understanding. They understand slow and clear speech and field-related texts and manage reasonably well in familiar everyday situations. The pronunciation is understandable.

Assessment methods and criteria

Teacher based assessment of work produced, exam(s)

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Further information

The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

Students cannot demonstrate their equivalent language skills (recognition of prior learning).
80% compulsory attendance in lessons.

After the assessment of students’ English skills, only the study counsellor or an English teacher can enrol students in this course.

Objective

Learning outcomes of the course
The student is able to use English standard language in spoken and written communication situations. They are also to some extent acquainted with the field-specific vocabulary needed in studies. They know and can use several language tools and resources which can help to improve their language skills.

Content

Language structures and grammar
Spoken exercises and pronunciation
Writing and reading activities
Language tools

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Pass:
Students use simple structures and limited vocabulary in spoken and written communication. Mistakes may to some extent disturb understanding. They understand slow and clear speech and field-related texts and manage reasonably well in familiar everyday situations. The pronunciation is understandable.

Qualifications

No prerequisites

Further information

The student advisor will recommend optional programme components for each student based on their individual study plan.

Students cannot demonstrate their equivalent language skills (recognition of prior learning).
80% compulsory attendance in lessons.

After the assessment of students’ English skills, only the study counsellor or an English teacher can enrol students in this course.