QA0S002 - Academic Language in Context 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | QA0S002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Academic Language in Context | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business and Creative Industries | ||
| Faculty Group: | FBCI Faculty | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | FBCI Faculty | ||
| Module Leader: | Neil Roberts | ||
| Module Team: | Sonya Killip, Annabel Ryan, Lorna Loy, Ian Chisholm, Hannah Jones, Emily Powell, Rachael Gidney, Laura Harridence | ||
| First Intended Intake: | AUG 2021 | Final Year of Intake: | 2026 |
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| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 3 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
The main aim of this module is to develop students’ English language and academic skills in the context of their area of undergraduate study.
Content Summary
This is a pathway-specific ESAP (English for Specific Academic Purposes) course. The course is an introduction to the academic skills that are specific to students who are following a specific area of study, which will depend on the chosen IFP pathway.
Students on each pathway will be exposed to academic reading and listening resources related to some of the topics covered in the related pathway subject modules and tasks will focus on developing language and vocabulary related to the subject area. A team-based learning approach will be adopted in this module and learners are encouraged to engage with relevant University departments to find out more about their future target degree.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 60 |
| Tutorial | 10 |
| Directed Study | 90 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 20 |
| Groupwork | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Recognise and use academic language, structures and vocabulary related to the future field of study at undergraduate level. |
| LO2 | Develop an ability to communicate effectively in academic contexts, both in written and verbal formats. |
| LO3 | Show an ability to work collaboratively with peers. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Students engage in original research to gather primary data on their chosen topic and produce a written report. | 0 | 1000 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Presentation (Asynchronous) 1 | Students prepare an academic poster on a chosen topic and present the information in a group | 20 | N/A | 70 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | LO3 | |
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Presentation (Asynchronous) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |