Module: English for Academic Purposes 2

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	English for Academic Purposes 2
Module Code	ESL1011 (ITS: EN374)
Faculty	SALIS	School	Humanities & Social Sciences
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5

Description

The module will focus on the academic language skills necessary to meet the demands of studying in an English-speaking academic environment. There will also be a focus on academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills as well as study and exam preparation skills. Students will develop their awareness of appropriacy and register in relation to their use of English in an academic environment. The minimum exit level for this module is B2:2 (CEFR)

Learning Outcomes

1. participate in discussions and make short oral presentations in an academic context
2. summarise the main points of detailed academic texts
3. process aural and written discourse effectively in order to understand the main points of listening and reading texts when used in academic contexts
4. use the conventions of academic discourse in relation to citing and referencing and avoiding plagiarism
5. critically evaluate a range of reading and digital materials and sources
6. manage, interpret and create meaning using a variety of digital devices and tools

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Participation in and engagement with tasks during weekly timetabled sessions
Independent Study	71	Post-class review of materials and learning focus; completion of set tasks Further study in particular language areas; self-arranged discussion with peers on topics covered in class; self-arranged study groups with peers on particular language areas; engagement with supplementary learning materials and texts in English Preparation for CA assessments
Directed learning	30	Post-class review of materials and learning focus; completion of set tasks; targeted study based on feedback provided
Total Workload: 125

Section Breakdown
CRN	20439	Part of Term	Semester 2
Coursework	0%	Examination Weight	0%
Grade Scale		Pass Both Elements	Y
Resit Category		Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Fiona Gallagher	Module Teacher	Catherine Geraghty

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Performance evaluation	citing and referencing task	30%	Week 8
Performance evaluation	written summary	30%	Sem 2 End
Presentation	group presentation	40%	Sem 2 End

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Academic English
Using a variety of academic listening and reading texts, students will be given extensive practice in all four skills in an integrated fashion. Particular attention will be paid to the development of academic listening and speaking skills and to citing and referencing in academic discourse. Specific strategies for dealing with academic texts effectively will be focused on and students will be encouraged to refine their ability to display their knowledge effectively.

Indicative Reading List

Books:

OUP: 0, Oxford Advanced Learner Dictionary,
Huntley, H.: 2006, Essential Academic Vocabulary,

Articles:
None

Other Resources

None