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ENGLISH

Code Module Credits Duration Prerequisite(s)
YEAR 1 (Cont.)

ENGL1101 English I 3 45 hrs ---
This is the first of the two pre-intermediate English courses. The course aims to increase

students’ skills and competence in using English in general business situations. It will
develop students’ use of the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing)
with substantial emphasis being placed on oral and listening skills in class. Interaction is
encouraged through many communicative activities. The integration of authentic
materials also enhances the usefulness of the course. Language skills include: skimming
and scanning techniques; telephoning; participating in discussions; greetings and small
talk, etc.
ENGL1102 English II 3 45 hrs ---
This is the second of the two pre-intermediate English courses. The course aims to
enhance students’ skills and competence in using English in general business situations.
It will develop students’ use of the four language skills (speaking, listening, reading,
writing) with substantial emphasis being placed on building up students’ confidence in
using English. It also prepares students for Intermediate level courses. Interaction is
encouraged through many communicative activities. The integration of authentic
materials also enhances the usefulness of the course. Language skills include: dealing
with conflict; presenting a product; socializing and entertaining, etc.
MAND1101 Putonghua I* 3 45 hrs ---
This course aims to have students master the Pinyin system and use fairly fluent
Putonghua in conversations in daily work and social situations. Training in correct
pronunciation and sound differentiation will be emphasized in order to improve
students’ ability to listen and speak Putonghua. Topics include: pronunciation and
listening, etc.

FREN1101 French I* 3 45 hrs ---
This course develops students’ language skills. Particular emphasis is placed on listening,
and on written and oral expression. Students learn to understand foreign language
texts, use of the language correctly and confidently, and understand the foreign culture
through foreign language learning. Topics include: listening, speaking, reading and
writing.
JAPN1101 Japanese I* 3 45 hrs ---
This course develops students’ language skills. Particular emphasis is placed on listening,

and on written and oral expression. Students learn to understand foreign language
texts, use of the language correctly and confidently, and understand the foreign culture
through foreign language learning. Topics include: listening, speaking, reading and
writing.
PORT1101 Portuguese I* 3 45 hrs ---
This course develops students’ language skills. Particular emphasis is placed on listening,

and on written and oral expression. Students learn to understand foreign language
texts, use of the language correctly and confidently, and understand the foreign culture
through foreign language learning. Topics include: listening, speaking, reading and
writing.

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