Study programme 2023-2024 | Français | ||
English for Science | |||
Programme component of Bachelor's in Mathematics (MONS) (day schedule) à la Faculty of Science |
Code | Type | Head of UE | Department’s contact details | Teacher(s) |
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US-B2-SCMATH-001-M | Compulsory UE | DEVILEZ Nicolas | T208 - Service Langues et Internationalisation |
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Language of instruction | Language of assessment | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Credits | Weighting | Term |
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| Anglais | 50 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4.00 | Année |
AA Code | Teaching Activity (AA) | HT(*) | HTPE(*) | HTPS(*) | HR(*) | HD(*) | Term | Weighting |
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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 |
Programme component |
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Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes of UE
At the end 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,
- Learning vocabulary common to all scientific fields (academic and scientific phraseology)
- Individual work
- Document analysis (popularized articles, videos, audios),
- Introduction to pronunciation and to written and oral communication,
- Science-oriented assignments and project
Prior Experience
English basics (A2 level highly recommended)
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE assessment
Q1 UE Assessment Comments
Ongoing assessment including:
100% compulsory participation in class activities, completion of all written and oral assignments, and completion of all self-study activities on Moodle.
Written tests (grammar & vocabulary)
Not attending one or several activities (theory and/or practice),failing to complete written and oral assignments during the year, and failing to complete the self-study result in a fail grade (0/30) for the whole first term (AA1), regardless of the marks obtained for the written tests (grammar & vocabulary).
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE assessment
V-LANG-650: 30%
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q1 UE resit assessment (BAB1)
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
Q2 UE Assessment Comments
Ongoing assessment including:
100% compulsory participation in class activities, completion of all written and oral assignments, and completion of all self-study activities on Moodle.
Final oral presentation
Written tests (grammar & vocabulary)
Not attending one or several activities (theory and/or practice), failing to complete written and oral assignments during the year, and failing to complete the self-study result in a fail grade (0/70) for the whole second term (AA2), regardless of the marks obtained for the project presentation and tests, which are graded separately in the ongoing assessment.
Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q2 UE assessment
V-LANG-651: 70%
Type(s) and mode(s) of Q3 UE assessment
Q3 UE Assessment Comments
AA' English for Science Part 1 (Term 3 Aug./Sept.)
1. Grade from Term 1 ongoing assessment (Self-study) that cannot be retaken in Term 3: 33.33%
2. Written exam:
Voc 33.3 %
Gramm 33.3 %
AA' English for Science Part 2 (Term 3 Aug./Sept.)
1. Grade from Term 2 ongoing assessment that cannot be retaken in Term 3: 40 %
2. Written exam: 15 %
Voc: 5%
Gramm: 10%
3. Oral presentation (about the project): 45 %
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 |
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V-LANG-650 |
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V-LANG-651 |
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Mode of delivery
AA | Mode of delivery |
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V-LANG-650 |
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V-LANG-651 |
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Required Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Required Learning Resources/Tools |
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V-LANG-650 | M. SWAN, C. WALTER, Oxford English Grammar Course: Intermediate With CDROM, OUP, 2019 |
V-LANG-651 | M. SWAN, C. WALTER, Oxford English Grammar Course: Intermediate With CDROM, OUP, 2019 |
Recommended Reading
AA | Recommended Reading |
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V-LANG-650 | Note de cours - English for Science, part 1 (Physics, Mathematics and Computer Science) - Ingrid Van Lancker |
V-LANG-651 | Note de cours - English for Science Part 2 - Ingrid Van Lancker |
Recommended Learning Resources/Tools
AA | Recommended Learning Resources/Tools |
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V-LANG-650 | S.BLATTES et al., Minimum Competence in Scientific English, Ed.Grenoble-Sciences, PU, 2013 |
V-LANG-651 | S.BLATTES et al., Minimum Competence in Scientific English, Ed.Grenoble-Sciences, PU, 2013 |
Other Recommended Reading
AA | Other Recommended Reading |
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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) |