UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL LANCASHIRE

Programme Specification

This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.

Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17

  1. Awarding Institution / Body
/ University of Central Lancashire
  1. Teaching Institution and Location of Delivery
/ Preston, International Campuses and Partner Institutions
  1. University School/Centre
/ Language, Literature and International Studies
  1. External Accreditation
/ British Council Accreditation
  1. Title of Final Award
/ Certificate of Achievement in Elementary English
Certificate of Achievement in Pre-Intermediate English
Certificate of Achievement in Intermediate English
  1. Modes of Attendance offered
/ Part time
  1. UCAS Code
/ N/A
  1. Relevant Subject Benchmarking Group(s)
/ Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR)
IELTS
Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)
  1. Other external influences
/ British Council
  1. Date of production/revision of this form
/ July 2013
  1. Aims of the Programme

  • To improve students’ communicative competence in EFL by focussing on grammar, lexis, appropriacy and key language skills (productive and receptive)

  • To improve students’ linguistic performance in EFL by focussing on grammar, lexis, accuracy and appropriacy

  • To encourage students to participate actively in an English language environment

  • To encourage independent language learning

  • To develop students’ transferable skills and learning strategies

  • To increase students’ confidence in using English in a variety of contexts within English Language communities

  1. Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods

A.Knowledge and Understanding
A1. Linguistic knowledge, structures and functions to the appropriate level
A2. Knowledge of appropriate use and cultural conventions of language in context
A3. Knowledge of aspects of culture in English language communities
Teaching and Learning Methods
Class work, examinations, guided study, portfolio work: role plays, pair work, individual work, and exercises in writing, speaking, listening, reading, grammar, functions and vocabulary as appropriate.
Assessment methods
Examinations in lexis and key language skills and / or a portfolio of independent work.
B.Subject-specific skills
B1. Producing oral and written English as appropriate to the level of the module
B2. Learner strategies for dealing with unknown areas of language and communication
B3. Development of communicative and intercultural competence in EFL
Teaching and Learning Methods
Class work, examinations, guided study, portfolio work: role plays, pair work, individual work, and exercises in writing, speaking, listening, reading, grammar, functions and vocabulary as appropriate.
Assessment methods
Examinations in lexis and key language skills and / or a portfolio of independent work.
C.Thinking Skills
C1. Ability to reflect on their needs as a learner in order to develop independent study
C2. Developmental and self-evaluative practice
Teaching and Learning Methods
Class work, examinations, guided study, portfolio work: role plays, pair work, individual work, and exercises in writing, speaking, listening, reading, grammar, functions and vocabulary as appropriate.
Assessment methods
Examinations in lexis and key language skills and / or a portfolio of independent work.
D.Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
D1. Develop skills in reflecting on personal learning strengths and weaknesses
D2. Ability to apply past and present learning experiences to promote independent learning skills
D3. Heightened awareness of intercultural communication and interpersonal skills
D4. Demonstrate self- awareness in relation to their future careers and lives
Teaching and Learning Methods
Class work, guided study, portfolio work: role plays, pair work, individual work, and exercises in writing, speaking, listening, reading, grammar, functions and vocabulary as appropriate.
Assessment methods
Examinations in lexis and key language skills and / or a portfolio of independent work.
3.Programme Structures* / 14.Awards and Credits*
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Credit rating
FOUNDATION LEVEL MODULES
Level 3 / EFC004 / Elementary English / 20 / Certificate of Achievement in Elementary English
Requires 20 credits at Level 3
Level 3 / EFC005 / Pre-Intermediate English / 20 / Certificate of Achievement in Pre-Intermediate English
Requires 20 credits at Level 3
Level 3 / EFC006 / Intermediate English / 20 / Certificate of Achievement in Intermediate English
Requires 20 credits at Level 3
15.Personal Development Planning
PDP is managed through the portfolio of independent study. Students are asked to complete and discuss a plan of study with the class tutor to address issues arising from their learner needs analysis. This plan is re-negotiated at key points during the year. The student completes a series of tasks for a portfolio which explicitly target identified key areas for improvement. Following each task students are given formative feedback on their progress.
16.Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
As stated in the individual module descriptors.
17.Key sources of information about the programme
  • School Website

  • Factsheets & Publicity

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Certificate of Achievement in EFL: Programme Specifications 2013 Chris Aldred

APPENDIX 21 - CDG

18.Curriculum Skills Map
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Core (C), Compulsory (COMP) or Option (O) / Knowledge and understanding / Subject-specific Skills / Thinking Skills / Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
A1 / A2 / A3 / B1 / B2 / B3 / C1 / C2 / D1 / D2 / D3 / D4
Level 3 / EFC004 / Elementary English / O /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  / 
EFC005 / Pre-Intermediate English / O /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  / 
EFC006 / Intermediate English / O /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  /  / 

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