ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOUNDATION PROGRAM

Foundation Course > ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOUNDATION PROGRAM
Foundation Course > ENGLISH LANGUAGE FOUNDATION PROGRAM
  • International Students Office
  • CAMPUSNicosia, Limassol, Larnaca, Pafos
  • DURATION1 Year
  • LANGUAGEEnglish
  • ECTS Credits-

Final Title

English Language Foundation Program
The Program is accredited by CYQAA
 
Description
Learning Outcomes
Admission Policy
Grading System
Semester Breakdown
Academic Staff

In this module, students will become familiar with the language expectations, which include understanding the main ideas of texts, engaging in discussions on a wide range of topics, and expressing feelings and opinions with clarity. They will gain a clear understanding of the language skills they need to achieve and the expected competencies in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. They will also receive an orientation to Higher Education life and academic culture, including academic integrity, research ethics, and time management. Special emphasis will be placed on developing effective study skills and strategies, note-taking skills, organizing study material and utilizing academic resources available on campus and online.

 

• Attain proficiency in all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Develop academic vocabulary and language necessary for Higher Education studies.
• Enhance communication skills for academic and social interactions.
• Gain confidence in participating in class discussions, debates and presenting academic topics.
• Improve critical thinking and analytical skills through reading and writing tasks.

Admission Procedure for International Students

  • Higher Secondary School leaving Certificate or of an equivalent degree.
  • Proof of English language proficiency such as:
    • An average score of at least of 4.0 in the IELTS examination.
    • A score of at least 43 in the Pearson PTE Academic examination.
    • A score of at least 42 in the TOEFL Internet Based Test (TOEFL iBT).
    • A grade of at least E in the IGCSE / GCSE English as a Second language examination.
    • Any other English language proficiency examination set by relevant Decisions of the Council of
    Ministers for entry to this program.

 

During the semester, the instructor evaluates the students through continuous assessment. (tests, quizzes, listening exercises, speaking, role play, mock exams etc.)
At the end of each semester there would be a mock exam.

TABLE 2: COURSE DISTRIBUTION PER SEMESTER

Α/Α

Course type

Course title

Course code

Periods per week

Period duration

Number of weeks/

Semester

Total periods/

Semester

Number of ECTS

Α’ Semester

1.                

Theory

English Language I

ENG 001

16

50

13

208

Β’ Semester

1.       

Theory

English Language II

ENG 002

16

50

13

208

Academic Staff

Nicoletta Tziakouri – BA English Language & Literature (European University), MLITI – Creative Writing (University of Glasgow)

Mariana Charalambous – BA English Language (University of Cyprus) MA In Computer Assisted Language Learning Requirements – TEPAK

Katerina Kyriakides – B.A English Language and Literature, Master in Leader Ship and Management (University of Cyprus)

Niki – Maria Christofi – PhD (C) Linguistics Doctor of Philosophy Lancaster University United Kingdom, MA, Applied Linguistics and TESOL – Newcastle University, Certificate in Teaching English to Foreign Students

Demetra Christofi – BA English Language with TESOL (Northumbria University, Newcastle), MA, Cross-Cultural Communication and International Management (Merit), Newcastle University

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