Course teacher(s)
Anne Thérèse Carpenter (Coordinator)ECTS credits
5
Language(s) of instruction
english, french
Course content
The syllabus is divided into chapters focusing on a range of topics which will be explored through discussions, presentations, written assignments, and reading and listening activities.
Vocabulary input is linked to the topics studied, and includes academic vocabulary aimed at improving expression in an academic context.
Objectives (and/or specific learning outcomes)
Consolidation of vocabulary and grammar and development of academic writing and speaking skills
Prerequisites and Corequisites
Courses requiring this course
Teaching methods and learning activities
Two-hour interactive classes in small groups, focusing on discussion and feedback on writing tasks.Students are expected to prepare certain tasks in advance in order to be able to participate in classes.
References, bibliography, and recommended reading
See syllabus for more details.
Course notes
- Syllabus
- Université virtuelle
Contribution to the teaching profile
Acquisition of lexical, written and oral skills necessary for the pursuit of a course in English.
Contributes to the following objectives of the Bachelor in Economics program:
Learning Objective 2.1 - Adopt a scientific approach to data collection, research and analysis and communicate results with clear, structured and sophisticated arguments
Learning Ojective 2.2 - Display critical thinking, logical and abstract reasoning and develop an independent approach to learning
Learning Objective 4.1 - Work and communicate effectively as part of a team in an international and multicultural environment
Other information
Contacts
Tess.Carpenter@ulb.be
Campus
Solbosch
Evaluation
Method(s) of evaluation
- written examination
- Oral examination
written examination
Oral examination
Mark calculation method (including weighting of intermediary marks)
Semester 1
Continuous assessment (two vocabulary tests) - 10%
January writing exam - 35%
Semester 2
Continuous assessment (two vocabulary tests) -10%
Assessed speaking task - 40%
Attendance mark - 2.5%
UV quizzes - 2.5%
(If you do not do the assessed speaking task, May / June exam, (oral exam) - 40%)
Language(s) of evaluation
- english