- Course Code
- LC 2001
- Credit Points
- 15
- Course Coordinator
- Ms J Bray
Pre-requisites
Minimum 6.0 IELTS profile with 5.5 in writing (or equivalent)
Notes
This course is intended for students whose first language is not English and aims to develop communication ability in line with ALTE level 4 (competent user).
Overview
The course will explore the features of effective communication and will analyse how context and purpose alters the language we use. It will review and develop grammatical competency and will focus on accuracy in the use of key linguistic structures. Through an analysis of authentic recorded and written materials students will widen their vocabulary and examine the distinctive features of written and oral communication. By the end of the course, learners will be expected to demonstrate that they have acquired the appropriate communicative strategies and language skills to participate actively in discussion and to argue a point effectively on paper.
Structure
1 two-hour class and 1 one-hour class per week.
Assessment
1st Attempt: 1 three-hour written examination (60%) and in-course assessment (40%) directed at oral skills.
Resit: 1 three-hour written examination (100%).