Course

Award in Academic English

Information literacy is an essential lifelong academic and professional skill.

Credits

20 ECTS

Starting

January, 2025

Duration

3 Months

Delivery

Face to face

Language

English

Accreditation

Throughout this course, students will be exposed to the practical methods of learning “how to learn”. Students will also get an understanding of how to; acquire and/or improve their ways of sourcing, evaluating, interpreting and applying sound sources of knowledge. Furthermore, this module focuses on the communication skills required on a daily basis and can be amalgamated into everyday conversations. This module will equip students with the language competencies necessary to handle the course content and related tasks and assignments.

Location
Head Office

Oftec Business Centre,
1-2, Notabile Road
Birkirkara, BKR1876
Malta.

More info
Malta/EU Fee

€600

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Course Modules

Academic English – EQF/MQF Level 4 – 20 ECTS

  1. The use of different communication methods (e.g., telephone calls, emails, etc.);
  2. The purpose and importance of academic writing;
  3. The difference between academic integrity and dishonesty (plagiarism, fabrication, cheating, professional misconduct);
  4. The development of academic writing and voice;
  5. The importance of reading literacy and the various modes of reading;
  6. The purpose and utility of taking notes;
  7. Different forms of written assignments (essay, reflective, essay, short reviews, short answers) and their expectations;
  8. How to use structuring techniques (format, paragraphs, content) for effective written assignments;
  9. The benefits of planning for examinations and how to manage stress; 

 

Assessment Criteria

This module will be assessed through class contribution (10%), an assignment (30%), a presentation (20%) and an exam (40%).

Entry Criteria

As part of the enrolment process, all applicants will be assessed via Avanza’s interview board. All entries will be assessed on an individual basis. Learners are required to be 16+ years of age, possess either:

As part of the enrolment process, all applicants will be assessed via Avanza’s interview board. All entries will be assessed on an individual basis.  Learners are required to be 16+ years of age, possess either; Secondary Education Certificate, 4 O-levels (Grade 5 or better) in Maths, English and another 2 subjects or equivalent; or Mature Students as per Avanza Academy’s Internal Quality Assurance document. Individuals applying under the clause of mature students may be asked to sit for an interview or aptitude test prior to admission to the course.

Mode of Assessment

This module will be assessed through class contribution (10%), an assignment (30%), a presentation (20%) and an exam (40%).

Learning Outcomes

  • The use of different communication methods (e.g., telephone calls, emails, etc.);
  • The purpose and importance of academic writing;
  • The difference between academic integrity and dishonesty (plagiarism, fabrication, cheating, professional misconduct);
  • The development of academic writing and voice;
  • The importance of reading literacy and the various modes of reading;
  • The purpose and utility of taking notes;
  • Different forms of written assignments (essay, reflective, essay, short reviews, short answers) and their expectations;
  • How to use structuring techniques (format, paragraphs, content) for effective written assignments;
  • The benefits of planning for examinations and how to manage stress; 

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