Introduction to Academic English, 15 credits
(Introduktionskurs i akademisk engelska, 15 högskolepoäng)
| Course code | 1105EN |
|---|---|
| Subject area | English |
| Main field of study | No main subject |
| Progressive specialisation | G1N (First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements) |
| Academic school | School of Culture and Education |
| Disciplary domain |
Humanities 100%
|
| Grading scale | AF |
| Education cycle | First-cycle (Bachelor) |
| Course level | A |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Valid from | Autumn semester 2018 |
Validation
This course syllabus was validated by the Management Board of the School of Culture and Education at Södertörn University on 2018-04-24 according to the stipulations in the Higher Education Ordinance.
Entry requirements
General entry requirements (Specific entry requirements A2, exemption provided for modern languages) and English B/English 6.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student is able to:
- demonstrate understanding of English grammar, vocabulary and expressions
- discuss strategies for communication in multilingual contexts
- identify and describe differences between formal/informal English and written/spoken language
- communicate effectively in English in both writing and speech
- accurately use grammatical terminology
- read and correctly summarise academic texts
- write short essays according to academic convention
- plan and execute an oral presentation for a specific audience
- identify his or her own linguistic difficulties and judge his or her need for continued study
Course content, modules and examinations
The course consists of teaching and exercises in English grammatical theory, oral communication, presentation techniques and academic writing.
The course aims to provide students with thorough knowledge of English grammar and allow them to practise their ability to understand, analyse and apply grammatical rules. The rules and conventions of English grammar, vocabulary and syntax will be in focus. The student will also write short essays and summaries of academic articles that are evaluated for their linguistic precision, structure and argumentation. Additionally, students will practise participating in academic discussions and prepare for and deliver an academic oral presentation.
1001, Introduction to Academic English, 15 credits
(Introduktionskurs i akademisk engelska, 15 högskolepoäng)
Grades permitted: AFCourse design
Teaching is in the form of lectures and seminars. All teaching and course materials/literature is in English.
Examination format
Active participation in seminars; continuous assessment of written assignments and an oral presentation.
The grading criteria are distributed prior to the start of a course or module.
If a student has a certificate from Södertörn University for compensatory support, the examiner has the right to decide on an adapted examination or alternative form of examination in accordance with Södertörn University's regulations.
Restrictions on accreditation
The course may not be accredited as part of a degree if the contents are partly or wholly the same as a course previously taken in Sweden or elsewhere.
Other stipulations
Following the Vice-Chancellors decision on internationalization and grade scale at Södertörn University College (dnr: 1148-1.1.2-2018), this syllabus replaces the syllabus with course code 1080EN, with the difference that the grade system has been updated. The syllabus is determined through special order (dnr: 1774-2.1.1-2018).