Hobart
Introduction
English for Academic Purposes 2B – Direct Entry is one half of the 10-week English for Academic Purposes 2 level. Using place-based content, it develops students’ English language ability while introducing the skills required to function effectively in an Australian learning environment. The language component builds listening, reading, speaking, writing, and vocabulary skills, and consolidates grammar developed at earlier levels. The academic skills component 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
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELC Period 8 | 26/9/2027 | 3/10/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 28/10/2027 |
| ELC Period 6 | 11/7/2027 | 18/7/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 12/8/2027 |
| ELC Period 7 | 15/8/2027 | 22/8/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 16/9/2027 |
| ELC Period 2 | 8/2/2027 | 15/2/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 11/3/2027 |
| ELC Period 9 | 31/10/2027 | 7/11/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 2/12/2027 |
| ELC Period 3 | 14/3/2027 | 21/3/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 22/4/2027 |
| ELC Period 5 | 30/5/2027 | 6/6/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 1/7/2027 |
| ELC Period 4 | 25/4/2027 | 2/5/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 27/5/2027 |
| ELC Period 1 | 3/1/2027 | 10/1/2027 | 1/1/1970 | 4/2/2027 |
* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. 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 academic essays and reports using appropriate vocabulary, accurate grammar and sentence structure, and the conventions of academic English.
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%) |
|---|---|
| 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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The University reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities, as appropriate.