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Vocabulary
Introduction to the Academic Word List (AWL)
Vocabulary and word building (learning word formation, prefixes and suffixes)
Vocabulary and collocation (identifying common combinations of words for particular field of study)
Key words and phrases in academic topic areas
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Grammar
Revision of tenses.Passive voice, reporting verbs, modal verbs
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Current Events
Reading, listening and discussion around topics affecting students' integration to a new social and learning environment
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Lecture Skills
Identifying main and secondary points; repetition and rephrasing; taking and making notes; overcoming problems in listening to lectures
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Critical thinking and independent learning skills
Exposure to self-study resources within CIT relating to assignment production and exam technique
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Martin Hewings, Michael McCarthy (Consultant Editor). (2012), Cambridge Academic English B2 Upper Intermediate Student's Book, [ISBN: 978-0-521-1652-04].
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Supplementary Book Resources |
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Martin Hewings, Craig Thaine, Michael McCarthy (Consultant Editor). (2012), Cambridge Academic English C1 Advanced Student's Book, [ISBN: 978-0-521-16521-1].
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Sarah Cunningham,Frances Eales,Peter Moor. (2005), Cutting Edge Upper Intermediate, Pearson, [ISBN: 9781405852302].
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Sarah Cunningham,Frances Eales,Peter Moor. (2007), Cutting Edge Advanced Students Pack, Pearson, [ISBN: 9781405852319].
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