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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
English Communication Skills
Reference CM1607 Version 3
Created February 2024 SCQF Level SCQF 7
Approved July 2020 SCQF Points 15
Amended April 2024 ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
To provide a solid foundation in English communication needed for university studies, to develop students' confidence and ability to communicate effectively in English as their working language using reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Employ suitable grammar and vocabulary for an academic setting as well as real-world.
2 Present the ability to write grammatically correct essays, letters and other forms of writing to an academic standard.
3 Present suitable slides with a clear, concise layout, displaying professional presentation techniques and suitable listening skills.
4 Apply reading techniques like skimming, scanning and summarising to demonstrate the ability to read.

Indicative Module Content
Remedial English/Grammar and study of vocabulary . Oral Communication: in-class discussions, speeches, debates, presentations and general conversation. Written Communication: essays, emails, articles, abstracts and brief reports. Specialist Writing: report writing, descriptive writing, technical and scientific writing. Group Discussions: turn-taking and conducting meetings. Presentation Techniques: formal and informal presentations (group or individual). Reading \Techniques; skimming, scanning and extensive reading and reading for understanding (comprehension). Listening: for important information and for specific information.

Module Delivery
The module will consist of lectures and tutorials which will be activity-based language learning. The style of teaching will be interactive and activity based will be delivered online. Individual attention and evaluation will be provided to the students during sessions.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 48 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 102 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Group coursework consisting of an individual essay and a group presentation.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The calculation of the overall grade for this module is based on 100% weighting of C1. An overall minimum grade of D is required to pass this module.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A The student needs to achieve an A in C1.
B The student needs to achieve a B in C1.
C The student needs to achieve a C in C1.
D The student needs to achieve a D in C1.
E The student needs to achieve an E in C1.
F The student needs to achieve an F in C1.
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module None.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Successful completion of this module is required for progression to Stage 2 but the 15 SCQF credits do not contribute to any award.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 Cottrell, S. 2003. The Study Skills handbook. 2nd ed. Palgrave MacMillan.
2 Greetham, B. 2001. How to Write Better Essays. Palgrave MacMillan.
3 Harvard Business School. 2007. Giving Presentation: Expert Solutions to Everyday Challenges. Harvard Business Review Press.
4 Marshall, C. 2018. Technical Writing for Business People. BCS.
5 BBC Learning English. 2020. https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/

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