Study plan - English

English One Year Program is a disciplinary study for those who plan to study for a Bachelor of English. The one-year program may also be used as part of some other bachelor degrees. The program focuses on relevant linguistic and literary topics, and aims to educate students within these fields and to prepare students for continuing their studies in this discipline. The program consists of four courses of 15 ECTS credits each. The courses are English Language American Studies, Research and Writing and British Studies.

From Fall 2018, new students will follow a campus-based program with weekly instruction.

Knowledge

Students shall:

have foundational knowledge of the sound structures, word patterns, and grammatical structure of the English language as well as insight into the cultural conventions for its use
have knowledge of English as a world language and its developing role as a contact language for people from different countries and cultures, as well as its importance in internationalization in education and the workplace
have knowledge of and can distinguish between literary genres, as well as conventions of academic writing, including responsible use of secondary sources and research ethics
have knowledge and understanding of English in a holistic, cultural context
have insight into the possibilities for the subject's role in developing interpersonal communication, values, respect, and tolerance
have knowledge of strategies for textual, linguistic, cultural, and analytical approaches to literature and other texts
have knowledge of modern literary theory
have knowledge leading to personal and academic maturation
have increased knowledge and understanding of language as a phenomenon

Skills

Students

have the ability and expertise to further their professional development in English within our present academic structure
can analyze and write research-based articles on literary texts, and also apply precise and customized concepts in working with texts
can explore society, history, and expressions of English-speaking countries
can use both oral and written English functionally and confidently

General kompetence

Students

can convey relevant subject matter in English in an appropriate way
can reflect on their own learning
can work independently and with others

Higher Education Entrance Qualification, acceptance into the English one year programme or other programmes at Nord University, and/or international / exchange student status at Nord University.

The package can be incorporated into full degree Bachelor programmes. It also facilitates professional language and communication development for professionals working across a range of fields in both the public and private sectors, including communication, tourism, culture, education and social work.

Completion of the English one year programme qualifies for continued education in Bachelor of English at Nord University and for continued academic study at other programs or universities.

No specific costs other than semester registration fee and course literature.

Compound assessment, written school examination, written home examination, portfolio, oral examination, participation.

The programme is evaluated via student questionnaire, as well as by the programme director. The evaluations form a part of the University's quality assurance system.

Refer to

Regulations concerning studies and examinations at University of Nordland

and other local regulations University Rules and Regulations

English

Autumn 2020 (1. semester)

Spring 2021 (2. semester)