Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the class, the student

  • is aware of different aspects of the use of words and constructions (style, collocations, idioms etc.).
  • has acquired knowledge and understanding of different text types and genres, textual structures, and stylistic levels.
  • knows about the history of the English language.
  • is familiar with some of the dominant varieties of English.

Having completed the course, the student

  • can use English grammatical conventions in their texts.
  • can write different text types that conform to genre and register expectations.

Contents

This course will focus on vocabulary, practical use of grammar, sentence and paragraph structuring. Students will develop their knowledge and command of practical English.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and seminars. Regular and active student participation. Practice for teaching-training students. The workload is estimated at 135 hours.

Examination requirements

All students: 70 % compulsory attendance. For the teacher-training students: Practice must be assessed as a pass. Other students: One assignment must be assessed as a pass.

Examinations

Three-hour school exam. Graded assessment.

Student evaluation

The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.

Offered as a free-standing course

Yes, if there are places available.

Admission for external candidates

No

Reduction of Credits

This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:

Course Reduction of Credits
EN-145 – English Usage. 5
EN-100 – Introduction to English Language. 5
EN-121 – English Grammar and Practical Usage. 5
EN-1160 – Grammar and translation. 5
EN-147 – Academic writing in English. 5
EN-168 – English in Academia. 5
EN-101 – English Language: Grammar and Practical Usage. 2.5
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