 | Study programme 2022-2023 | Français | |
 | English for science | ||
Programme component of Bachelor's in Computer Science (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Science |
| Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US-B2-SCINFO-001-M | Compulsory UE | VAN LANCKER Ingrid | T208 - Service Langues et Internationalisation |
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| Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglais | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3.00 | Année |
| AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | English for Science, part 1 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q1 | |
| V-LANG-651 | English for Science, part 2 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | Q2 |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
- Manage IT projects
- Demonstrate independence and their ability to work in teams.
- Understand the fundamentals of communication
- Communicate information (both orally and in writing) relating to the field of computer science in an intelligible, clear and structured way
- Communicate a consistent and rigorous scientific argument, either orally or in writing
- Have a good command of language and communication techniques.
Learning Outcomes of UE
At the term of this course, students will be capable to
- use in context basic English grammar notions;
- extract information from science-oriented English texts;
- to communicate in English, in writing and orally, on science-related topics;
- work autonomously on audio documents (B1 level);
- build vocabulary linked to science;
- put into practice the basic rules of English pronunciation;
- create science-oriented works linked to their field of study.
UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance
- Revision of English grammar,
- Individual work (computer lab sessions),
- Document analysis (popularized articles , videos, audios),
- Introduction to pronunciation and to written and oral communication,
- Science-oriented assignments
Prior Experience
English basics (A2 level highly recommended)
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE assessment
- Written examination - Face-to-face
Q1 UE Assessment Comments
Written exam:
- English in a scientific context (vocabulary)
- grammar
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE assessment
V-LANG-650: 30%
V-LANG-651: 70%
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE resit assessment (BAB1)
- N/A - Néant
Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)
Not applicable
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE resit assessment
Not applicable
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q2 UE assessment
- Written examination - Face-to-face
- Oral examination - Face-to-face
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
1. Written exam:
- listening comprehension (B1)
- English in a scientific context (vocabulary)
- grammar
2. Oral exam (portfolio)
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q2 UE assessment
V-LANG-650: 30%
V-LANG-651: 70%
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 UE assessment
- Written examination - Face-to-face
- Oral examination - Face-to-face
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
Term 1: Written exam:
- English in a scientific context (vocabulary)
- grammar
Term 2:
1. Written exam:
- listening comprehension (B1)
- English in a scientific context (vocabulary)
- grammar
2. Oral exam (portfolio)
(Not sitting the oral exam = 0/20 in August)
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q3 UE assessment
V-LANG-650: 30%
V-LANG-651: 70%
Type of Teaching Activity/Activities
| AA | Type of Teaching Activity/Activities |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 |
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| V-LANG-651 |
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Mode of delivery
| AA | Mode of delivery |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 |
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| V-LANG-651 |
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Required Reading
| AA | Required Reading |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | Note de cours - English for Science I - Ingrid Van Lancker |
| V-LANG-651 |
Required Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | M. SWAN, C. WALTER, Oxford English Grammar Course: Intermediate With CDROM, OUP, 2019 S.BLATTES et al., Minimum Competence in Scientific English, Ed.Grenoble-Sciences, PU, 2013 |
| V-LANG-651 | M. SWAN, C. WALTER, Oxford English Grammar Course: Intermediate With CDROM, OUP, 2019 S.BLATTES et al., Minimum Competence in Scientific English, Ed.Grenoble-Sciences, PU, 2013 |
Recommended Reading
| AA | Recommended Reading |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | |
| V-LANG-651 | Note de cours - English for Science II - Ingrid Van Lancker |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
| AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | Sans objet |
| V-LANG-651 | Not applicable |
Other Recommended Reading
| AA | Other Recommended Reading |
|---|---|
| V-LANG-650 | M.VINCE & S.CLARKE, English Grammar in Context, Intermediate with key, McMillan Education, 2012 A2 level highly recommended (general English course available for A0-A1 beginners) |
| V-LANG-651 | M.VINCE & S.CLARKE, English Grammar in Context, Intermediate with key, McMillan Education, 2012 A2 level highly recommended (general English course available for A0-A1 beginners) |