Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Proficiency level: B2

The student is able to
- communicate clearly and effectively in different generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing
- find, evaluate and use information effectively
- function collaboratively in international working environments.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Spoken and written assignments. Four assignments are graded on a scale of 0-5 (cover letter and job interview, memo, document relevant to your field, oral presentation). Other assignments are pass/fail.

Timing and attendance

Classes are held every other week, with the ability to attend either online (Zoom) or in-person. Assignments have strict deadlines.

Learning material and recommended literature

All course materials are provided via Moodle.

Alternative completion methods

Discuss with teacher.

Exam retakes

There is no exam.

Learning environment

Moodle.

Student time use and work load

About 108 hours of work. Student's workload consists of attending class, preparing for class, and completing written and oral assignments.

Contents

Tools and techniques for learning beyond this course.

Simulated job application process (CV, cover letter, video 'interview', job interview).

Terminology and concepts related to student life and field of study.

Simulated life at work: form and language of emails, meetings and memos; how to express and defend opinions; oral presentations; writing a document relevant in your field.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

This course does not review English grammar. It is expected that the students enrolled in the course have an intermediate-level command of English (CEFR B2).

Assessment criteria

Four assignments are graded on a scale of 0-5 (cover letter and job interview, memo, document relevant to your field, oral presentation). Other assignments are pass/fail. Students must attain a passing grade (1 or pass) on at least 80% of assignments to pass the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

Student has not passed at least 80% of assignments.

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student gets the job done in various generic and field-specific workplace situations.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student mostly communicates clearly and effectively in various generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student communicates clearly and effectively in various generic and field-specific workplace situations both orally and in writing. Student is able to find, evaluate and use information effectively.