Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The student is able to
- recognise the different sources and tools to help them improve their English skills
- gain confidence and manage in written and oral communication situations required in professional studies and in the work life
- describe their education and qualifications
- understand the terminology and concepts of their own field

Implementation and methods of teaching

Oral and written individual/group assignments/tests.
Oral presentations (group) based on different themes relating to international business/course themes.
A job application package including a written cover letter/CV/a video CV.
A job interview (individual/group).
Active discussions during contact lessons.

Timing and attendance

According to the timetable.
Compulsory attendance for all contact lessons.
Compulsory completion of all course assignments.
No substitute work given for missed assignments/lessons.
Missing contact lessons affects the final course grade.

Learning material and recommended literature

Materials provided by the course facilitator and the students (as per course assignments).

Exam retakes

Final course exam, and/or individual tests as per course assignments/presentations.

Learning environment

Campus (both campus sites) classrooms, Moodle

Student time use and work load

Course 3 ECTS (European Credit Accumulation and Transfer System). One ECTS equals 27 hours of student work. The estimated workload is 3 x 27 hours. This includes once-a-week contact lessons, homework, reading, and course assignments.
Contact lessons: 16-22 hrs
Reading and homework: 25-30 hrs
Assignments and activities: 25-30 hrs

Contents

Some basic tools for language usage: vocabulary, pronunciation, reading/understanding/communication.
Education and qualifications; identifying key job skills and managing in job-related situations in English.
Key business topics/themes and concepts researched/discussed/presented in English.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Intermediate to upper-intermediate level skills in English (e.g. CEFR B2 / IELTS 6)

Assessment criteria

Attendance, active participation, course assignments and course tests. No substitute assignments given for missed lessons/tests. Upgrading received course assignment grades not allowed.

Assessment scale

1-5

Failed (0)

The student did not achieve the learning objectives.

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

The student can perform in some communicative situations in English according to instructions and can present/write in acceptable English.

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

The student can perform well in varied communication situations and present/write mostly in easy-to-understand English.

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

The student can perform well and in a professional manner in varied communication situations and present/write in professional English.