Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The students is able to
- use the terminology of their field and understand professional texts
- discuss topics related with their field
- communicate in job application situations
- present their own project orally and in writing
- write a professional report and a thesis abstract

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

The course should be about 81 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 field of study.

Simulated life at work: expert panel, how to express and defend opinions; oral presentations; writing a document relevant in your field (report or abstract).

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

English for Work or Englannin kieli ja viestintä.

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 / expert panel). 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 all assignments.

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

The student can perform in communicative situations in English and can speak and write acceptable English.

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

The student can perform well in varied communicative situations and can speak and write easy-to-understand English.

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

The student can perform well and in a professional manner in varied communicative situations and write easy-to-read professional English.