James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020

LS0300 - English Language Preparatory Program Level 3

Subject Description

Level 3 aims to help students acquire relevant academic English language skills in preparation for an Australian tertiary education in the English medium in JCU. The level 3 module is academic oriented and covers four main areas, reading, writing, listening and oral communication. At the end of Level 3, students would acquire theoretical and practical English linguistic knowledge and skills, relevant for work and tertiary education. On successful completion of ELPP Level 3, students will fulfil the English requirements to enter degree programs at JCU Singapore.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate understanding of a variety of spoken discourse
• display critical thinking of academic topics through speech and writing
• derive meaning of specific details from different types of discourse
• produce academic essays, following Australian university conventions
• read academic texts, using appropriate reading techniques

Subject Assessment

• Invigilated > Presentations - (10%)
• Invigilated > End of semester exam - (35%)
• Invigilated > Other exams - (20%)
• Learning Portfolio and Class Participation - (35%)

Note that 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.

Special Assessment Requirements

Nil

Availabilities