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Module Title English Integrated Skills 1
Module Code EN306
School SALIS

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Module Co-ordinatorMs Marnie HolborowOffice NumberC2108
Level 5 Credit Rating 5
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Module Aims
  • to increase all language skills to upper intermediate level.
  • to equip the student to participate effectively in discussions.
  • to widen the students structural and lexical choices in all settings


Learning Outcomes

 

  • the students will be able to express themselves in writing and speaking at an upper intermediate level
  • employ appropriate verbal strategies to participate in writing and speaking situations
  • reach the appropriate level of fluency
  • be able to express themselves without hesitation verbally
  • be able to attain adequate levels of accuracy in written modes


Indicative Time Allowances
Hours
Lectures
Tutorials
Laboratories
Seminars
Independent Learning Time 75

Total 75
Placements
Assignments
NOTE
Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus
Assessment
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Indicative Reading List

Longman Students' grammar of English

English Vocabulary in Use (Upper Intermediate) McCarthy and Dell
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