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School:

School of Arts and Humanities

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

F (FHEQ Level 4)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-10-01

Module Leader:

Merrick Burrow

Version Number

2022.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Tutorial and Project Supervision

Synopsis

The module provides students who are not native speakers but have a level of English language skills sufficiently advanced for them to have been accepted onto a University course with the opportunity to improve further their fluency and accuracy in that language, with particular reference to business-oriented and other profession-related … For more content click the Read More button below. The module contributes to the attainment of skills and knowledge relevant to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) normally level B2- to B2+.

Learning Strategy

In the seminars students receive guidance, support and the opportunity to practise activities leading to the learning outcomes described above. Students work individually and in small groups on the points of language and topics, and exploit these in class by producing written work and communicating orally with other members of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

The syllabus will typically focus on: a wide range of activities across the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening according to level B2- to B2+ of the CEFR; such as practical language exercises and vocabulary-building work; summary; written and aural comprehension; oral presentations and role plays/debates. The content … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Understand a routine range of key linguistic structures and routine conventions characteristic of the language
2.
Communicate in written form with a competent level of linguistic accuracy, within the context of routine topics / situations
3.
Communicate orally with a competent level of linguistic accuracy, within the context of routine topics / situations
4.
Understand the language in written form in a competent way, within the context of routine topics / situations
5.
Understand the language in spoken form in a competent way, within the context of routine topics / situations

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written practice exercise

Assessment 2: Oral presentation/assessment

Assessment 3: Practical skills assessment

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Practical Skills Assessment

Assessment 2: Oral Assessment

Assessment 3: Written Assignment

Assessment 4: In-Class Test

Assessment Criteria

Tutor Reassessment is available on assessments whose deadlines fall in or prior to week 30.  On-line assessments only are marked anonymously.                                                   The learner will have to demonstrate adequate knowledge, understanding and ability before credit is awarded. Communication in the language is achieved with fluency, clarity and accuracy appropriate to the … For more content click the Read More button below. Marks are awarded in accordance with the details laid out in the Modern Languages Centre’s Marking Scheme booklet, available on the VLE. Feedback is generally given via the Assignment Assessment Sheets, except in cases where the nature of the assignment means that a different form of written feedback is more appropriate. 

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