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Course syllabus - English for Academic Purposes 2
Scope
7.5 credits
Course code
HEN104
Valid from
Autumn semester 2013
Education level
First cycle
Progressive Specialisation
G1N (First cycle, has only upper-secondary level entry requirements).
Main area(s)
School
School of Education, Culture and Communication
Ratified
2013-02-01
Status
This syllabus is not current and will not be given any more
Literature lists
Course literature is preliminary up to 8 weeks before course start. Course literature can be valid over several semesters.
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Books
Essential English grammar
1. ed. : Lund : Studentlitteratur, 2012 - 200 s.
ISBN: 978-91-44-06982-1 LIBRIS-ID: 12684172
Writing at university : a guide for students
3. ed. : Buckingham [England] : Open University Press, 2008 - xiii, 218 s.
ISBN: 978-0-335-22116-5 LIBRIS-ID: 10737396
Other Materials
Possible additional reading in the form of articles or other texts will be specified around the start of the course.
Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation,
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Books
Essential English grammar
1. ed. : Lund : Studentlitteratur, 2012 - 200 s.
ISBN: 978-91-44-06982-1 LIBRIS-ID: 12684172
Other Materials
Possible additional reading in the form of articles or other texts will be specified around the start of the course.
Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation,
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Books
Essential English grammar
1. ed. : Lund : Studentlitteratur, 2012 - 200 s.
ISBN: 978-91-44-06982-1 LIBRIS-ID: 12684172
Other Materials
A compendium will be available to buy at the informationdesk in Västerås.
Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation,
Objectives
English for Academic Purposes II is designed for members of the university or the local community who need more advanced English proficiency training than is given in EAP I. The language of instruction is English and no prior knowledge of Swedish is expected. The course gives a review of upper-intermediate and advanced issues in English grammar and develops reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. The texts are chosen from the academic field.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:
- demonstrate an ability to read academic texts in English with understanding and efficiency and discuss them with accuracy and fluency
- demonstrate an ability to use advanced English lexis, grammar and register with accuracy, in the production of written and spoken academic texts in English
Course content
The course focuses on the English grammar, lexis, and other linguistics features found in different kinds of authentic academic texts. These texts form the basis for discussions, presentations, grammar exercises and written assignments designed to practise advanced English proficiency.
Tuition
The course is taught in lectures and seminars in English. Participation in all scheduled activities is mandatory.
Requirements
English B or English 6.
Examination
Written and spoken assignments, 3 credits, marks Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG)
Seminar. Preparation for and active participation in all scheduled activities, 1.5 credits, marks Pass (G)
Written exam.
In order to earn a VG for the course HEN104 a student must earn a VG for TEN1 and INL1. , 3 credits, marks Pass (G) or Pass with distinction (VG)
A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.
Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.
Grade
Pass with distinction, Pass, Fail
Interim Regulations and Other Regulations
This course cannot be included in a degree together with HEN100, HEN101, HEN102 or HEN103.