Course 2023-2024

Professional English [SMMMM113]

  • 2 credits
  • 10h
  • 2nd quarter
Language of instruction: English
Teacher: Hansel Aude

Learning outcomes

At the end of the course, students will be able to write a CV and covering letter in B2 English in response to a job offer in their field.

Students will also be able to attend a job in their field in B2 level English.

Objectives

As part of their internship, students will receive support in writing their CV and covering letter in English. They also receive individual coaching to help them prepare for a job interview in English.

Content

Through theory, examples and counter-examples, students learn the dos and don'ts of a good CV/cover letter. Emphasis is placed on the linguistic dimension (grammatical and lexical accuracy, appropriate register, standard formulas).


Teaching methods

The course includes interactive theory sessions as well as individual coaching sessions with the lecturer.

Evaluations

The written and oral parts of the course will be assessed entirely in English.

 

Oral assessment (50%): job interview with the lecturer.

 

Written assessment (50%)

- CV - (20%)

- Cover letter - (30%)

Recommended readings

The necessary materials will be made available to students via the Webcampus platform or directly given in class.

Language of instruction

English

Location for course

NAMUR

Organizer

Faculté des sciences
Rue de Bruxelles, 61
5000 NAMUR

Degree of Reference

Master's Degree