Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
English for Academic Purposes 2B - Direct Entry is the second half of the 10-week English for Academic Purposes level. Using place-based content, 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 2B - Direct Entry |
| Unit code | EAP022 |
| 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
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| Hobart | ELC Period 1 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 4 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 5 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 6 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 7 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 8 |
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| Hobart | ELC Period 9 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 1 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 2 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 3 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 4 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 5 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 6 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 7 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 8 |
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| Launceston | ELC Period 9 |
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- Key:
- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| ELC Period 1 | 5/1/2025 | 12/1/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 6/2/2025 |
| ELC Period 4 | 27/4/2025 | 4/5/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 29/5/2025 |
| ELC Period 7 | 17/8/2025 | 24/8/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 18/9/2025 |
| ELC Period 6 | 13/7/2025 | 20/7/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 14/8/2025 |
| ELC Period 2 | 10/2/2025 | 17/2/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 13/3/2025 |
| ELC Period 3 | 16/3/2025 | 23/3/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 16/4/2025 |
| ELC Period 5 | 1/6/2025 | 8/6/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 3/7/2025 |
| ELC Period 8 | 28/9/2025 | 5/10/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 30/10/2025 |
| ELC Period 9 | 2/11/2025 | 9/11/2025 | 1/1/1970 | 4/12/2025 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Discuss and present ideas and arguments on academic and research 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 journal articles, reports, periodicals, and newspaper articles.
- Listen strategically and actively to comprehend information, ideas and arguments in discussions, news reports, educational and promotional materials, podcasts, debates, and lectures.
- Write an academic essay, a report and reflective texts using appropriate vocabulary, accurate grammar and sentence structure, and the conventions of academic English.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| not applicable |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UniConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
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 2 Connections: Using English in an Australian Academic Environment – Student Book EAP 2 Connections: Using English in an Australian Academic Environment – Resource Book |
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