English for Chemical Studies 2 - BMEGT60Z942

As the second in a series of four, the subject provides participants with the opportunity to strengthen not only their general English language knowledge but also their skills in English for Academic Purposes for their field of study, Chemical Engineering. Apart from focusing on further filling the gaps in general language knowledge, it also concen-trates on special areas such as lab report writing, reading professional content and academic vocabulary develop-ment in order to reinforce students’ EAP foundation to help participants succeed in their academic life and fulfil ob-ligations at the required level during their studies.

1. • Know text organizing principles in writing and speech
2. • be aware of advanced grammar structures
3. • Know definition of plagiarism
4. • Know expressions for in-text citation
5. • Know the structure of essays/ articles

1. • have developed their grammatical accuracy,
2. • increased their general, academic and professional vocabulary,
3. • paraphrase and summarize information precisely
4. • give academically appropriate short presentations on topics of their interest
5. • write a motivational letter/personal statement for future studies/career
6. • write appropriate scientific texts
7. • apply referencing fairly properly

1. • strengthen an open mind towards the need for learning Academic English
2. • strengthen the need for continuous improvement
3. • strengthen critical thinking skills
4. • ready to evaluate confidently own and peers’ work

1. • strengthen autonomous learning strategies
2. • practise strategies of individual or group study for better results
3. • strengthen the need for and develop skills of self-correction
4. • strengthen the need for handing in quality work

Lessons involve group collaboration, individual presentation and group discussion. Part of the material needs to be managed in a self-access manner. Additional teacher consultation might be required depending on student perfor-mance.

• Az oktatási segédanyag nyomtatott és online formában, néhány speciális anyag pedig audiovizuális formában érhe-tő el. - The teaching material is available printed and online, some materials are in audio-visual mode.
• Ajánlott irodalom - Recommended literature:
• Hewings, M., & Thaine, C. (2012). Cambridge Academic English. Klett.
• McCarthy, M., & O'Dell, F. (2016). Academic vocabulary in use. Cambridge University Press.
• Grammar in Context.
• www.uefap.com

Evaluation comprises of regular attendance, (30% of lessons can be skipped), active participation in lessons, and completing and submitting assignments and tests at a satisfactory level.

Communication exercises, presentations, assignments.

• Communication exercises, presentations, assignments. : 100

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According to the regulations of the Codes of Studies

Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 08.11.2021.

The structure of essays, scientific articles, lab reports, thesis Paragraphs, paraphrasing, summary writing, Plagiarism (defining and categorising of plagiarism) Referencing in-text citation and list of references Professional writing: motivational letter/personal statement for future studies/career Advanced chemical engineering vocabulary and terminology Advanced Grammar development: diagnosing typical grammar mistakes, organizing texts, coherence, cohesion Presentations: Graphs, diagrams, numbers, explaining processes, structuring speeches, body language, Academic expectations