English for University Study (EUS)
This is a BALEAP accredited academic English course, which is designed for international students who need to improve their English as preparation for study at the University of Bath or any other English-speaking Further or Higher Education institution.
Course overview
- 20 hours tuition per week, including individual tutorials, lectures and academic visits
- Four entry Points: October, January, April and July
- Students may transfer onto the Pre-sessional programme at any entry point providing that they have reached the required level (see Pre-Sessional courses)
- Self-study facilities in the library and Self Access Language Centre, such as video, satellite television, language laboratory, CD-ROM and computers
- Access to computer work stations throughout the University
- A varied social programme which includes excursions to popular tourist locations an attractions such as Stonehenge, Cardiff Castle and Stratford-Upon-Avon
English for University Study (EUS) – sample timetable
| 09.15 – 11.05 | 11.15 – 13.05 | 13.15 – 15.05 | 15.15 – 17.05 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MON | Language Development | SALC (& lunch break) | English for Academic study (IELTS) | Self study |
| TUES | Applied Language Skills | SALC (& lunch break) | Applied Language Skills | Reading project (self-study) |
| WED | Language Development | SALC (& lunch break) | Living and Studying in the UK | FREE |
| THURS | Pronunciation & Accuracy in Speaking | ALS prep (& lunch break) | English for Academic study (IELTS) | Assigned reading/writing |
| FRI | Tutorials & self study | SALC (& lunch break) | Active Writing | Language Review and Moodle Task |
SALC = Self Access Language Centre – Guided self study
ALS Prep = preparation meetings for pm Applied Language Skills