Introduction
English for Academic Purposes 1A is the first half (5 weeks) of the 10-week English for Academic Purposes 1 level. It continues to develop students’ English language ability while introducing them to the skills necessary to function effectively in an Australian learning environment. The language component of the unit builds listening, reading, speaking, writing, and vocabulary skills and consolidates grammar learnt at earlier levels. The academic skills component of the unit introduces students to the processes and tasks used in Australian educational settings.
Summary
| Unit name | English for Academic Purposes 1A |
| Unit code | EAP011 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Student Services and Operations International Partnerships and Programs |
| Discipline | English Language Centre |
| Coordinator | Ms Julia Pankowski |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Foundation or Enabling |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss and present ideas on local, national, and global issues using appropriate vocabulary, language and the conventions of academic English.
- Read strategically and actively to comprehend information, ideas and arguments in adapted and original newspaper and website texts.
- Listen strategically and actively to comprehend information, ideas and arguments in discussions, news reports, educational and promotional materials, presentations and short lectures.
- Write paragraphs and short essays using appropriate vocabulary, accurate grammar and sentence structure, and the conventions of academic English.
- Use critical thinking and study skills in tasks relevant to an Australian learning environment.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Assessment 1 Speaking (25%)|Assessment 2 Reading (25%)|Assessment 3 Listening (25%)|Assessment 4 Writing (25%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
EAP 1 Connections: Using English in an Australian Learning Environment – Student Book |
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