English for Employment and Studies - ENG007AS2AE - Opinto-opas

English for Employment and Studies, 5 cr - ENG007AS2AE

Upcoming implementations

No upcoming implementations yet.

Current implementations

English for Employment and Studies ENG007AS2AE-3003 26.02.2024-17.05.2024 5 op (CONTACT, ...) +-
Teaching methods and instruction

The course consists of contact sessions and independent work.

Learning material and recommended literature

No textbook is required; handouts and digital material is provided by school.

Campus

Pasila Campus

Teaching language

English

Timing

26.02.2024 - 17.05.2024

Enrollment

31.12.2022 - 31.12.2022

Content scheduling

The classes are scheduled in Pasila, Helsinki, twice a week.
Groups
- CONTACT
- AVO23K-OODI
- AVO24KOODI
Teachers

Inara Shakirova

Seats

15 - 50

Further information

Course assessment is based on:

• active participation in contact sessions (75 % attendance requirement)
• regular spoken and written assignments done in small groups in class
• graded weekly assignments
The course has two modes of completion: the pass/fail scale and the graded one. Those who demonstrate successful learning may choose to complete the course with a grade from 4 to 5.

Degree Programme

AVO Avoin ammattikorkeakoulu

R&D proportion

0.00 cr

Virtual proportion

0.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Past implementations

English for Employment and Studies ENG007AS2AE-3002 11.09.2023-15.12.2023 5 op (CONTACT, ...) +-
Teaching methods and instruction

The course consists of contact sessions and independent work.

Learning material and recommended literature

No textbook is required; handouts and digital material is provided by school.

Campus

Pasila Campus

Teaching language

English

Timing

11.09.2023 - 15.12.2023

Enrollment

01.01.2022 - 01.01.2022

Content scheduling

The classes are scheduled in Pasila, Helsinki, twice a week.
Groups
- CONTACT
- AVO23K-OODI
Teachers

Inara Shakirova

Seats

15 - 50

Further information

Course assessment is based on:

• active participation in contact sessions (75 % attendance requirement)
• regular spoken and written assignments done in small groups in class
• graded weekly assignments
The course has two modes of completion: the pass/fail scale and the graded one. Those who demonstrate successful learning may choose to complete the course with a grade from 4 to 5.

Degree Programme

AVO Avoin ammattikorkeakoulu

R&D proportion

5.00 cr

Virtual proportion

0.00 cr

Evaluation scale

H-5

Upon completion of the course, the student
* has composed an effective resumé and a cover letter in English;
* is able to pitch their strengths to a potential employer in a job interview situation;
* is able to produce a coherent essay on a topic of professional importance;
* is aware of the key characteristics of the business and organisational culture in Finland;
* has familiarized with Haaga-Helia’s degree regulations and the educational environment at a university of applied sciences;
* is able to use relevant literary and online sources and safeguard good scientific practices.

In addition, the aim is to enhance students’ overall oral competence in professional contexts, as well as raise awareness of the techniques and tools that help to strengthen their proficiency.

The target level by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CEFR is B2 (or upper-intermediate).

• resumé
• cover letter
• essay
• job search
• job interview
• business and organisational culture in Finland
• study skills and readiness to study at a Finnish university of applied sciences

Course assessment is based on:
• active participation in contact sessions (classroom assessment and feedback are integrated in the teaching)
• regular spoken and written assignments done in small groups in class
• graded weekly assignments
The course has two modes of completion: the pass/fail scale or, alternatively, students may choose to complete the course with a grade (0-5).

The course has no special requirements, other than the sufficient level (B1 or intermediate) of English skills (because the language of instructions and course administration will be English)

The course has two modes of completion: the pass/fail scale or, alternatively, students may choose to complete the course with a grade (0-5).