James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2018

LS0400 - English Language Preparatory Program Level 4

Credit points: 12
Year: 2018
Student Contribution Band: Band 3
Administered by: College of Arts, Society & Education

The English Language Preparatory Program Level 4 is a continuation of the ELPP, designed to cover four main areas of reading, writing, listening and oral communication. The subject consists of two major components, an EAP (English for Academic Purposes) course based on discussion of topics related to the modern globalized world and a program of learning activities where students attend sessions from their prospective program, supported by additional tutorials and workshops. The Level 4 will enable students to develop their English proficiency to a high level and increase access to JCU tertiary programs, especially PG programs that require a 6.5 level IELTS equivalent.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:Completion Requisites: Students must achieve >60% to successfully complete ELPP 4 (IELTS 6.5 equivelence), those who achieve >80% will have reached IELTS 7.0 equivalence

Availabilities

JCU Singapore, Internal, Study Period 91
Census Date 05-Apr-2018
Coordinator: jc239175
Contact hours:
  • 240 hours workshops/Seminars - 5 hours per day as per CPE
    Assessment:end of semester exam (35%); presentations (15%); tutorial attendance and participation (10%); essays (25%); poster (15%).
    Special Assessment Requirements:Nil
    Restrictions: An enrolment quota applies to this offering.

    JCU Singapore, Internal, Study Period 92
    Census Date 02-Aug-2018
    Coordinator: jc239175
    Contact hours:
    • 240 hours workshops/Seminars - 5 hours per day as per CPE
      Assessment:end of semester exam (35%); presentations (15%); tutorial attendance and participation (10%); essays (25%); poster (15%).
      Special Assessment Requirements:Nil
      Restrictions: An enrolment quota applies to this offering.

      JCU Singapore, Internal, Study Period 93
      Census Date 29-Nov-2018
      Coordinator: jc239175
      Contact hours:
      • 240 hours workshops/Seminars - 5 hours per day as per CPE
        Assessment:end of semester exam (35%); presentations (15%); tutorial attendance and participation (10%); essays (25%); poster (15%).
        Special Assessment Requirements:Nil
        Restrictions: An enrolment quota applies to this offering.

        Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.