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Award for English Proficiency as a Foreign Language

This progamme is designed to teach a variety of skills relevant to the world of international communication to help students develop a greater range of vocabulary for everyday situations in a cross-cultural society.

Intake

All year round

EQF / MQF Level

Level 2

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

7 weeks – Full-Time, 10 Hours per Week

Operational End Date

N/A

N/A

ECTS Credits

5 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Funding not Applicable

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

100

Awarding Bodies

Domain Academy

*Prices for Non EU applicants may differ

Intake

All year round

EQF / MQF Level

Level 2

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

7 weeks – Full-Time, 10 Hours per Week

Operational End Date

N/A

N/A

ECTS Credits

5 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Funding not Applicable

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

100

Course Description
Course Description

The course involves activation of key language through case studies involving real-life scenarios to give learners a chance to put into practice what they have learnt. Learners will be able to develop skills in communicating more effectively in a range of every day situations such as interview skills, presentation skills, note taking skills, meeting skills,socialising/networking, correspondence, report and email writing as well as reading skimming and scanning skills.  By the end of the course, students will be able to express opinions and handle discussions more confidently, as well as use key language more effectively.

Target Group:

Adult learners who attend general English course to obtain CEFR levels A1 to C2.  As a further substantial qualification students will be able to build up their level of general English, working towards obtaining a Level 2 Award in English Proficiency as a Foreign Language once they reach B1 level.

Target Audience:

  • 18+

Course Language:

English

Where you will learn:
Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta
What you will study
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Use key language through case studies involving real-life scenarios to give learners a chance to put into practice what they have learnt.  Develop skills in communicating more effectively in a range of every day situations such as interview skills,presentation skills, note taking skills, meeting skills, socialising/networking, correspondence, report and email writing as well as reading skimming and scanning skills.  Express opinions and handle discussions more confidently, as well as use key language more effectively.

At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:

a)Use functional language for everyday situations.

b)Participate in discussions and debates.

c)Participate in telephone/conference calls.

d)Use formal/informal register appropriately in correspondence.

e)Take notes during lectures.

f)Participate in an interview.

g)Participate in a meeting.

h)Read and listen for detail of gist.

I)Negotiate a deal.

j)Speak fluently and intelligibly.

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How will you learn

In Class: Guided workshops involving the development and practical application of a particular language point or core skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking,

Outside of Class: Supervised fieldwork – carrying out tasked based activities externally to activate target language.

Self-study includes:

  • 2 presentations – talks on a particular topic and using language points covered in lectures.
  • Guided independent learning – private study/research.

Assessment

Final assessment includes 4 components:

  • Written – email or report
  • Reading comprehension
  • Listening comprehension
  • Speaking assessment

Structure of Programme
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Procedures

This programme offers both variety and flexibility, ensuring that the learning and assessment activities are relevant and of value for future progression.Throughout this programme learners are continuously and actively involved in all teaching methods including;

  • Lectures
  • Hands-on activities
  • Seminar
  • Workshops
  • Enquiry-based learning

Lectures and other teaching methods are delivered interactively, with discussion sessions and tutorials in the form of hands-on and problem-solving activities building on the relevant academic study skills including concepts and practices.

These activities help learners to use different research and online tools. Learners are asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussions with regards to their own knowledge and skill and adapt these tools to their current situations and contexts. Feedback is given where appropriate throughout the course.

Learners are also introduced to appropriate websites and other related material for further development of their knowledge and skills.

Grading System

Grading will be based on – Pass – Merit – and Distinction.

Resits will be permitted for each respected assignment and module. No more than two resits are permitted to the student and the grading will be only a Pass.

Entry Requirement

The course is designed for non-native English speakers who must provide evidence that they are competent in the English Language at minimum CEFR Level B1 from a recognised English language school.

Fees & Funding
Funding not Applicable

MFHEA Licence Nº: 2011 – TC – 01

Further and Higher Education Institution

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