Level 2 English for Academic Purposes - University Entrance
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr C. Wilson.
English for Academic Purposes - University Entrance
The course primarily teaches university study skills such as research, editing and referencing conventions. The Level 2 English for University Entrance course is designed for students who are studying towards University Entrance and require 10 University Literacy credits. Throughout the year, students complete a mix of Level 2 Achievement Standards and Level 4 Unit Standards. Students have the opportunity to finish the course with enough reading and writing Level 2 literacy credits needed for University Entrance.
Students will explore the following skills across units
- Skimming and scanning
- Note taking
- Inquiry Learning
- Researching an aspect of a topic
- Referencing and citation skills
- Academic language usage
- Writing in a variety of academic styles
Entry Criteria
This course is made up of Level 2 Achievement Standards and Level 4 Unit Standards and is designed for Year 13 ESOL students.
Only ESOL students who have completed 12EAPR and 12EAPW may apply.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 25 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 25 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 1
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Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 4
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Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 5
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 11
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 8
Disclaimer
Course selection does not guarantee a course will be available or that you have approval to take a course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results and in rare cases, staff availability.