James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

LS0050 - English Language Preparatory Program Introductory

Subject Description

ELPP Introductory is a basic English subject which forms the first level of the English Language Preparatory Program. This level is designed to help students develop their general English competencies forming a basis for the more academic English learnt in following subjects. Using an integrated approach, students are given practice and assessed on the fundamentals of English in all four skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Upon completion of the level, students will be able to use and understand English on familiar topics utilising all four core skills.

Learning Outcomes

• Understand simple reading texts on familiar topics
• Produce short texts on familiar topics using simple sentence structures
• Understand short listening texts on familiar topicss
• Talk about familiar topics using simple language

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (40%) - Individual
• Written > Examination - In class - (10%) - Individual
• Written > Learning plan - (50%) - Individual

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