Study Guide

Objective

The student is able to communicate in English both orally and in writing in work-related communication situations. The student can discuss matters related to their field and workplace, and enhance their knowledge of the field using English-language articles and other source materials.

The student:
- Can introduce oneself, his/her education, and work experience.
- Handles job application situations.
- Can write work-related messages and cope with oral communication situations.
- Masters polite expressions and everyday speech situations.
- Is familiar with basic terminology in their field.

Content

- Introducing oneself and discussing studies
- Job searching
- Polite phrases and small talk
- Written and oral communication in the workplace, e.g., phone, email, counseling, presenting one's own field of expertise
- Professional texts in one's own field

Materials

Material announced at the beginning of the course
Supplementary reading: Engineer your English, Way to Go

Teaching methods

Contact classes, oral and written exercises, independent virtual studies

Exam schedules

Written test
Oral tests (interview, presentation)

Completion alternatives

Oral /written skills tests

Student workload

ca 26 h contact classes + independent virtual studies

Further information

80 % attendance

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student uses simple structures and limited vocabulary in their communication, but errors hinder understanding. Understands slow and clear speech and relatively straightforward professional texts. Manages adequately in predictable work-related situations. Pronunciation shows influence from other languages. European Framework of Reference skill level B1.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student uses basic structures in communication almost flawlessly and employs professional basic vocabulary understandably. The student copes moderately well in anticipated work-related situations. Pronunciation is understandable. European Framework of Reference skill level B1/B2.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student uses almost flawless, varied structures and an extensive professional vocabulary in communication. They are active and independently and fluently navigate written and oral work-related situations. Pronunciation is native-like. European Framework of Reference skill level B2.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment based on active attendance, oral and written assignments, oral and written tests

Qualifications

Mastery of key structures and general vocabulary in the English language.
Previous English language studies at the secondary level are required.

Further information

Minimum attendance requirement of 50% of contact hours. Supervised exam.