Foundations of Business English (4 credits) or Introduction to Academic English (4 credits) or a course which is equivalent in content, extent and level.
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:
B2-C1
Strategic themes:
Internationalisation
General description
Students will widen and deepen their knowledge of legal English so that they are able to communicate effectively in working life.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course students are expected to:
- be able to understand demanding academic and professional texts relating to their field; - be able to discuss issues relating to their own field with both colleagues and laymen; - be able to give a presentation relating to their academic field making use of suitable technology; be able to deal with questions that may arise in the course of a presentation and to lead a discussion arising from a presentation; -be able to write texts typical for written communication in professional life;
Contents
Reading comprehension and terminology exercises;
-pair and group discussions; -writing exercises; -short presentations on various subjects; -presentation and discussion of a subject relating to students' special fields.
Teaching methods
Contact teaching and group work max. 26h; independent work 28h.
Teaching language
English
Modes of study
Option
1
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Participation in course work
In
English
Exercise(s)
In
English
Active participation in class activities; successful completion of assignments including a presentation.