Study programme 2019-2020 | Français | ||
Command of the Language : English (part 2) | |||
Programme component of Bachelor's in Translation and Interpretation à la Faculty of Translation and Interpretation - School of International Interpreters |
Students are asked to consult the ECTS course descriptions for each learning activity (AA) to know what assessment methods are planned for the end of Q3 |
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Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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UT-BM-TRAINT-023-M | Optional UE | ROBERTSON Jean | T205 - American Studies Center |
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Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
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| Anglais | 10 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6.00 | 2nd term |
AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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T-ANGL-303 | Command of the Written Language (part b) | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 50.00% |
T-ANGL-304 | Command of the Spoken Language (part b) | 5 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 | 50.00% |
Programme component |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of UE
Upon completion of the language courses of the second block, students will have a good command of the foreign language at the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or higher. Students will be able to:
- understand articles and reports dealing with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt a particular stance or viewpoint;
- understand literary texts;
- write informative and argumentative texts on a variety of subjects;
- follow a speech or a complex argument on a reasonably familiar topic;
- understand TV news and current affairs programmes as well as films;
- interact with native speakers, take part in a conversation, express and back an opinion;
- give clear, detailed verbal descriptions on a variety of subjects;
- express opinions about current events;
- identify, put into perspective and describe important events considered to be part of the culture (i.e. historical, geographical or socioeconomic) of a native speaker;
- carry out relevant research on these topics;
- report on their research and findings.
Content of UE
Written Language:
- Written assignments drafted in accordance with academic conventions;
- Analysis and paraphrasing of information and arguments borrowed from diverse sources;
- Construction of personal arguments;
- Mastery of grammar and vocabulary.
The above may be based on:
- Listening activities based on authentic audio(visual) documents involving native speakers on varied topics;
- Reading activities based on informative and literary texts.
Spoken Language:
- Speaking activities: presentations, personal argumentation, interactions, etc.;
- Pronunciation exercises;
The above may be based on:
- Listening activities based on authentic audio(visual) documents involving native speakers on varied topics;
- Reading activities based on informative and literary texts.
UK Culture and Institutions:
- Geographical, historical, socio-economic and cultural context;
- Research projects on related topics.
Prior Experience
A solid grounding in English language (European Framework of Reference for Languages B1+ or higher).
Type of Assessment for UE in Q2
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
Not applicable
Type of Assessment for UE in Q3
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
Not applicable
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
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T-ANGL-303 |
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T-ANGL-304 |
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Mode of delivery
AA | Mode of delivery |
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T-ANGL-303 |
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T-ANGL-304 |
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Required Reading
AA | |
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T-ANGL-303 | |
T-ANGL-304 |
Required Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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T-ANGL-303 | Not applicable |
T-ANGL-304 | Not applicable |
Recommended Reading
AA | |
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T-ANGL-303 | |
T-ANGL-304 |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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T-ANGL-303 | Not applicable |
T-ANGL-304 | Not applicable |
Other Recommended Reading
AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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T-ANGL-303 | Not applicable |
T-ANGL-304 | Not applicable |
Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next
AA | Grade Deferrals of AAs from one year to the next |
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T-ANGL-303 | Authorized |
T-ANGL-304 | Authorized |