English for polytechnic studies

Structure Type: Course
Code: KA01CVAL02
Level: Bachelor
Credits: 3.0 points
Responsible Teacher: Tiainen, Juha
Teacher Team: Pearce, John
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Learning Outcomes

Students will reinforce and diversely improve their communication skills in the English language before beginning the language studies in their chosen degree programme. Upon completion of the course, students will have command of the essential structures of English and will have expanded their vocabulary. They will be competent in handling everyday situations in English. They will develop a positive attitude toward the improvement of their language skills in general.

Student's Workload

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses

No previous studies are required.

Contents

- Review/expansion of basic structures
- Review basic vocabulary
- Oral exercises
- Listening comprehension

Recommended or Required Reading

Will be announced at the beginning of the course.

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

- Classroom teaching
- Written and oral exercises

Assessment Criteria

- Grading will be announced during the course.
- Students must attend over 70% of contact lessons

Assessment Methods

- Active participation in lessons
- Written and oral exercises
- Written exam

Work Placement

None

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