Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-11-01 | - |
Program Overview
Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language
Course Description
This programme is designed to help learners develop a greater range of professional and work-related vocabulary; introducing key language through case studies involving work-related scenarios to give learners a chance to put into practice what they have learnt. Learners will be able to develop skills in communicating more effectively in a range of professional situations such as interview skills, presentation skills, meeting skills, networking, correspondence, report and email writing as well as reading skimming and scanning skills. Expressing opinions and handling discussions more confidently, as well as use key language more effectively.
Target Group
Adult learners who attend general English course to obtain CEFR levels A1 to C2. As a further substantial qualification students will be able to build up their level of Professional English, working towards obtaining a Level 4 Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language once they reach B2+ level.
Target Audience
- 19+
Course Language
English
Where you will learn
Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta
What you will study
The course involves activation of key language such as giving apologies, explanations, advice, suggestions and recommendations. Learners will be able to practise key language areas to develop skills in communicating more effectively in a range of professional work related situations such as interview skills, giving presentations, attending meetings, negotiating, socialising, telephoning, correspondence and basic book keeping terminology. By the end of the course, learners will be able to express opinions more diplomatically, handle meetings more confidently, deal with correspondence efficiently, as well as use key language more fluently.
How will you learn
- In Class: Guided workshops involving the development and practical application of a particular language point or core skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
- Outside of Class: Supervised fieldwork – carrying out tasked based activities externally to activate target language.
- Self-study includes:
- Presentations – talks on a particular topic and using language points covered in lectures.
- Guided independent learning – private study/research.
Assessment
- Weekly assessment procedure:
- Listening and reading/comprehension
- Conversation skills – writing dialogues – role-play – pronunciation
- Task based lesson – case study – problem solving
egotiating role play/group discussion – correspondence (using Word Advance) - Grammar in context and vocabulary exercises
- Monthly assessment procedure:
- Independent research – presentation skills
- Listening and comprehension
- Reading and comprehension
- Correspondence – emails/proposals (using Word Advance)
- Final exam includes 4 components:
- Written – email with correct register
- Reading comprehension
- Listening comprehension
- Speaking assessment – Presentation
Structure of Programme
This programme offers both variety and flexibility, ensuring that the learning and assessment activities are relevant and of value for future progression. Throughout this programme learners are continuously and actively involved in all teaching methods including:
- Lectures
- Hands-on activities
- Seminar
- Workshops
- Enquiry-based learning
Lectures and other teaching methods are delivered interactively, with discussion sessions and tutorials in the form of hands-on and problem-solving activities building on the relevant academic study skills including concepts and practices.
Grading System
Grading will be based on – Pass – Merit – and Distinction.
Resits will be permitted for each respected assignment and module. No more than two resits are permitted to the student and the grading will be only a Pass.
Entry Requirement
The course is designed for non-native English speakers who must provide evidence that they are competent in the English Language at a minimum CEFR Level of B2 with a certificate of attendance from a recognised ELT licenced English language school and/or PTE Academic (Pearson) Certificate.
Fees & Funding
Get Qualified Scheme
MFHEA Licence Nº: 2011 – TC – 01
Further and Higher Education Institution
Programme Details
- Intake: November
- EQF / MQF Level: Level 4
- Mode of Delivery: Traditional
- Duration of Course: 10 weeks, Full-Time, 9 Hours per Week
- Operational End Date: N/A
- N/A
- ECTS Credits: 8 ECTS
- Programme Qualifies for: Get Qualified Scheme
- Certificate after completing: Award in Professional Proficiency in English as a Foreign Language
- Student Success Rate: 100%
Program Outline
Assessment:
- Weekly assessment procedure:
- Listening and reading/comprehension
- Conversation skills – writing dialogues – role-play – pronunciation
- Task-based lesson – case study – problem-solving
egotiating role-play/group discussion – correspondence (using Word Advance) - Grammar in context and vocabulary exercises
- Monthly assessment procedure:
- Independent research – presentation skills
- Listening and comprehension
- Reading and comprehension
- Correspondence – emails/proposals (using Word Advance)
- Final exam includes 4 components:
- Written – email with correct register
- Reading comprehension
- Listening comprehension
- Speaking assessment – Presentation
Teaching:
- Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Procedures:
- Variety and flexibility, ensuring relevance and future progression.
- Continuous and active involvement of learners through teaching methods such as:
- Lectures
- Hands-on activities
- Seminar
- Workshops
- Enquiry-based learning
- Interactive delivery, with discussion sessions and tutorials.
- Use of different research and online tools.
- Reflection on tools and activities, fostering skill adaptation.
- Appropriate website and material introductions for knowledge and skill development.
