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Course Description
OSAC’s Certificate in English Language Proficiency (CELP) course aims to build up our student’s level of competency in the English Language so that they can live and study in an English Speaking Environment. The Advanced course brings students to Level C1 of the Common European Framework (IELTS 6.5 – 7.0 equivalent / TOEFL IBT 79-95). Based on up-to-date topics of international interest, the course is delivered using the New Cutting Edge series, supplemented by PowerPoint presentations, use of the internet and other relevant activities. A graded-reading program is also incorporated into the course to reinforce language learning.
Teacher-Student Ratio = 1:25
Entry Requirement
Students are expected to have achieved the equivalent of 5.5-6.0 IELTS at the time of entry to this programme – OR passed the English subject for the 11th year of formal education. Students will be required to take a Placement Test before enrolment.
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course, students should be able to:
- understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning.
- express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.
- produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. The above descriptions are adapted from the global description of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
The above descriptions are adapted from the global description of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
MODULE TITLE
- Going Global
- Mixed Emotions
- How you come Across
- Mind, Body and Spirit
- Learning for Life
- In the Money
- Living Together
- A Question of Taste
- 21st Century Lifestyle
- Truth and Lies
Teaching Methodology
- Lectures and discussions
- Speaking activities (e.g Role-playing)
- Listening Comprehension Exercises
- Writing Exercises
- Active Reading Program
- Exercises involving use of the internet (Webquest)
Assessment Methods
- Reading - 35%
- Speaking - 25%
- Listening - 15%
- Writing - 25%
Graduation Criteria
Course Completion and Award Criteria
- Passed overall assessments.
- 90% class attendance for entire course (international students)
- 75% class attendance for entire course (all other students not on ICA's student pass)
Students who fulfill the above criteria will be awarded the “Certificate of English Language Proficiency-Advanced” by OSAC International College.
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About Osac International College
Since its establishment, the college has successfully provided affordable and quality education to many students from all walks of life and nationalities. Facilities in the campus include lecture rooms, science lab, hot kitchen, pastry kitchen, restaurant training room, study room and computer lab. OSAC cares for our students and believes in quality education. Academic programmes include preparatory courses for English and GCE O Level, Hospitality and Culinary Diplomas. Our students from all over the world - China, Vietnam, Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Korea, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka and many more. In addition, OSAC also provides customized study tours and short courses in niche interest areas to local and international institutions to enrich their cultural understanding of the Singapore.
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