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Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language

This programme is designed to teach a variety of skills relevant to the world of international business communication and administration.

Intake

November

EQF / MQF Level

Level 4

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

10 weeks, Full-Time, 9 Hours per Week

Operational End Date

N/A

N/A

ECTS Credits

8 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

100

Awarding Bodies

Domain Academy

*Prices for Non EU applicants may differ

Intake

November

EQF / MQF Level

Level 4

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

10 weeks, Full-Time, 9 Hours per Week

Operational End Date

N/A

N/A

ECTS Credits

8 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

100

Course Description

This programme is designed to help learners develop a greater range of professional and work-related vocabulary;  introducing key language through case studies involving work-related 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 professional situations such as interview skills, presentation skills, meeting skills, networking, correspondence, report and email writing as well as reading skimming and scanning skills.  Expressing opinions and handling 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 Professional English, working towards obtaining a Level 4 Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language  once they reach B2+ level.

Target Audience:

  • 19+

Course Language:

English

Where you will learn:
Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta
What you will study
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The course involves activation of key language such as giving apologies, explanations, advice, suggestions and recommendations. Learners will be able to practise key language areas to develop skills in communicating more effectively in a range of professional work related situations such as interview skills, giving presentations, attending meetings, negotiating, socialising, telephoning, correspondence and basic book keeping terminology. By the end of the course, learners will be able to express opinions more diplomatically, handle meetings more confidently, deal with correspondence efficiently, as well as use key language more fluently.

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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:

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

Where you will learn

Lessons will be held in class in our premises at Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta.

Assessment

Weekly assessment procedure:

  • Listening and reading/comprehension
  • Conversation skills – writing dialogues – role-play – pronunciation
  • Task based lesson – case study – problem solving/negotiating role play/group discussion – correspondence (using Word Advance)
  • Grammar in context and vocabulary exercises

Monthly assessment procedure:

  • Independent research – presentation skills
  • Listening and comprehension
  • Reading and comprehension
  • Correspondence – emails/proposals (using Word Advance)

Final exam includes 4 components:-

  • Written – email with correct register
  • Reading comprehension
  • Listening comprehension
  • Speaking assessment – Presentation

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 a minimum CEFR Level of B2 with a certificate of attendance from a recognised ELT licenced English language school and/or PTE Academic (Pearson) Certificate.

Fees & Funding

MFHEA Licence Nº: 2011 – TC – 01

Further and Higher Education Institution

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