English for Academic Purpose (EAP)

This programme develops the English language knowledge needed for vocational and academic studies. The programme emphasizes the skills and strategies for comprehension and participation in lectures, seminars, research tasks, written coursework and examinations. Skills in academic writing, critical thinking, independent research and reporting, oral presentations and confident participation in a range of academic situations are key features of the programme. The EAP programme has been designed to enable students to develop their critical understanding and control of the features of the English language that will best promote success in academic study. Classroom activities integrate the skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in a series of assessment tasks which reflect the requirements of tertiary study. Entry Level - Level 5 (CEFR B1). Exit Levels - Level 6 - 9 (CEFR B2 - C1). Entry Requirements: Students must be 18 years or older. Students must have achieved a Eurocentres level 5 (CEFR B1) level of English or equivalent (IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge, and PTE). Students will be required to sit an initial Language Assessment Test to ascertain their level (to enable them to join the appropriate class). Students who do not meet entry requirements can study in General English until the appropriate level is attained. ASSESSMENTS: Ongoing class-based assessment tasks; Hours per week: 20 contact hours; class size: Maximum 18 (Average 12).