Practical English Language - Academic Writing 340-AT2-2PWR
The course prepares you for the written examination of language competence at C1+ level. The test is designed to test your lexical and
grammar and receptive language skills (listening comprehension and reading comprehension). Prerequisites:
Passing of PZJA 1
ECTS credits 10
Number of hours of lectures and form of teaching - 60 hours classes
Balance of student workload Number of hours:
Class participation: 60h
Preparation for classes: 60h
Completion and consolidation of the material from exercises: 60h
Participation in consultations related to classes (exercises / laboratories / conversations / lectures / seminars, etc.): 85h
Realisation of project tasks: 10h
Preparation for and attendance at exams / credits 20h + 5h=25h
Total: 300h (corresponds to 10 ECTS points)
Quantitative indicators
- student workload with direct assistance of academic teacher: 150 h - 5 ECTS points
- student workload without direct participation of the academic teacher: 150 h - 5 ECTS points
Description concerns PZJA Academic writing
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Term 2023:
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Term 2024:
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Term 2025:
The aim of the course is to improve and consolidate writing skills in English, with particular emphasis on academic writing. The course is designed to prepare students to create advanced-level (C1+/C2) texts, focusing on coherence, logical structure, and precision in argumentation. Students will develop the ability to critically analyse source texts, correctly cite them, and formulate and expand their own theses, which is crucial when writing a master’s thesis. An important component of the course will also be enhancing the ability to write formal exam texts required in the Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE), such as essays, reports, reviews, or proposals, enabling students to master various writing styles and adapt them to academic and exam requirements. |
Term 2026:
The aim of the course is to improve and consolidate writing skills in English, with particular emphasis on academic writing. The course is designed to prepare students to create advanced-level (C1+/C2) texts, focusing on coherence, logical structure, and precision in argumentation. Students will develop the ability to critically analyse source texts, correctly cite them, and formulate and expand their own theses, which is crucial when writing a master’s thesis. An important component of the course will also be enhancing the ability to write formal exam texts required in the Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE), such as essays, reports, reviews, or proposals, enabling students to master various writing styles and adapt them to academic and exam requirements. |
Type of course
Mode
Course coordinators
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Learning outcomes
KP7_WG9 the student knows and understands an in-depth conceptual apparatus of academic language used to describe cultural phenomena relevant to language analysis and the process of scientific communication
KP7_UW4 the student is able to conduct a critical analysis and interpretation in writing of various cultural products of English-speaking countries, applying philological methods which allow evaluating their significance in the historical-cultural process.
KP7_WG11 the student knows and understands the contemporary socio-cultural conditions of the English language area at the C2 level
KP7_KK1 the student is ready to critically evaluate received content using correct linguistic conventions and registers
KP7_KK2 the student is ready to recognise the importance of knowledge of academic language in solving cognitive and practical problems
Assessment criteria
Subjects within the PZJA - pass/fail (according to the information in syllabus B) PZJA cycle - written examination in the form of a test of
competences.
Tests of linguistic competence in a written form, continuous assessment of the student's work in class, analysis of academic texts.
A prerequisite for obtaining credit in the course (mark) is obtaining at least 51% of all tests in total. No
no re-sit dates are scheduled.
Students who do not obtain the required minimum are entitled to one re-sit test in the penultimate week before the examination session.
Students who do not obtain the required minimum may take one revision test in the penultimate week before the examination session. In order to receive a pass grade, you must
obtain a min. 51% on this test. Cases of students who, for serious health reasons, are unable to attend the
partial credits will be considered on an individual basis. Attendance in accordance with the study regulations.
Grading scale:
5= 91%-100%
4+=81%-90%
4= 71%- 80%
3+=61%-70%
3= 51%-60%
2= 0%-50%
Bibliography
Basic Literature:
Oshima, A. Hogue A., Writing Academic English, Addison-Wesley Publishing Co.,1981.
Macpherson, R., English for Academic Purposes, PWN, 2004.
Levin, G., Short Essays, HBJ, 1977.
Cory, H., Advanced Writing, Oxford University Press, 1999.
Internet sources:
- On-line activities - http://www.vuw.ac.nz/lals/div1/academic-writing/
- UVic Writer's Guide - http://webuvic.ca/wguide
- On-line Writing Lab - http://owl.english.purdue.edu
- University of Toronto Writing Support - http://www.utoronto.ca/writing
- Writing @CSU - Writing Guides - http://colostate.edu/references/index.cfn
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Term 2025:
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Term 2026:
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Notes
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Term 2023:
None |
Term 2024:
None |
Term 2025:
Assignments will be assessed directly by the instructor. In addition, alternative assessment techniques will be applied in the form of peer correction and self-correction. Students receive an in-depth analysis of their individual errors after each written assignment. Assignments are completed both during class (in-class writing) and as independent work, with respect for the specified deadlines. |
Term 2026:
Assignments will be assessed directly by the instructor. In addition, alternative assessment techniques will be applied in the form of peer correction and self-correction. Students receive an in-depth analysis of their individual errors after each written assignment. Assignments are completed both during class (in-class writing) and as independent work, with respect for the specified deadlines. |
Additional information
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