Courses and Programs

Choosing a program that is right for you depends on your goals and your current level of English.

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced speaker of English, the Language Unit has courses to help you improve your command of the language. Choosing a program is about what you are hoping to achieve whilst studying at the Language Unit. We can help.

a. General English

General English classes are for learners from beginners to advanced levels. General English is a pathway to all other English language programs at the Language Unit.

You will develop your ability to communicate clearly in English along with a variety of useful language skills including:

- reading and understanding different types of English texts

- writing clearly and accurately

- taking part with ease in conversations and discussions

- listening to and understanding different varieties of spoken English

- speaking clearly and fluently with easily understood pronunciation

- using grammar and vocabulary to convey meaning well

Timetables

The Language Unit runs dual timetables for mainstream programs, including General English. Students will either study a morning program from 6.45am – 8.45am or an afternoon program from 2.45pm – 4.45pm for two weeks.

Week 1

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Vocabulary development through exploration of theme	Grammar & usage development and accuracy	Reading skills strategies for developing effective reading skills	Integrated skills practice with focus on oral and aural communication	Integrated skills with focus on development of grammar & usage and writing skills

Week 2

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Listening skills integrated skills with a focus on strategies for developing listening	Speaking skills strategies for developing clarity and fluency	Writing skills development of skills in the writing process	Integrated skills with focus on development of vocabulary and reading skills	Integrated skills practice with focus on oral and aural communication

 

b. English for Academic Purposes

English for Academic Purposes classes are for learners from upper-intermediate to advanced levels. Like General English courses, English for Academic Purposes classes are the path to all other English language programs at the Language Unit.

If your language ability is between the upper-intermediate to advanced level and if you want to develop your English language ability in preparation for tertiary studies in an English speaking country, then we recommend you consider enrolling in English for Academic Purposes. For two weeks you will develop your skills to:

- take notes during talks and lectures

- give and take part in seminars and presentations

- read and understand academic articles

- write academic texts clearly and accurately

- conduct library and internet research effectively

- use information technology to support your learning

Timetables

The Language Unit runs dual timetables for mainstream programs, including English for Academic Purposes. Students will either study a morning program from 6.45am – 8.45am or an afternoon program from 2.45pm – 4.45pm for two weeks.

Week 1

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Reading skills reading and identifying main and supporting arguments	Vocabulary development through exploration of Academic Word List	Integrated skills (reading and writing) reading and identifying argument and structure of a text	Writing skills development of skills in essay writing	Speaking skills participating in tutorial discussions

Week 2

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Listening skills integrated skills with a focus on strategies for developing listening comprehension	Speaking skills strategies for developing clarity and fluency	Writing skills development of skills in the writing process	Integrated skills with focus on development of vocabulary and reading skills	Integrated skills practice with focus on oral and aural communication

c. English for Business

Business English classes are for learners upper-intermediate to advanced levels. Like General English and English for Academic Purposes courses, English for Business is the path to all other English language programs at the Language Unit.

If you wish to develop your English language ability for business and employment and if you are at the upper-intermediate to advanced level, then Business English classes are for you. The two-week interesting business topics such as: marketing, international business and tourism. Through topics like these you can develop your ability to:

- conduct fluent and easily understood conversations and discussions about business topics

- give and take part in presentations

- use business vocabulary to express yourself clearly and to understand what you hear and read

- listen easily to different varieties of spoken English

-read and understand a range of business texts

- write accurate reports, letters and other kinds of business communication with the right type of style

- communicate effectively in business and social settings and understand the business protocols of different cultures

During this course you will also learn how to communicate effectively in business and social settings.

Timetables

The Language Unit runs dual timetables for mainstream programs, including English for Business. Students will either study a morning program from 6.45am – 8.45am or an afternoon program from 2.45pm – 4.45pm for two weeks.

Week 1

Listening skills focus on strategies for developing listening comprehension	Reading skills strategies for developing effective reading skills	Integrated skills focus on understanding of business concepts	skills focus on negotiating skills and language	skills focus on development of formal and semi-formal writing styles

Week 2

development through exploration of weekly theme	Speaking skills strategies for developing clarity and fluency	Integrated skills (vocabulary, grammar, writing) focus on development of vocabulary and structures  used in business writing	Listening and speaking skills focus on communication language in a variety of business contexts	skills focus on developing spoken and written interaction through case studies

 

d. TOEFL Examination Preparation

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam measures English proficiency across all levels.

Examination preparation is offered as a 20-hour course delivered across ten hours per week.

Preparation classes focus on helping you to develop strategies for taking this test successfully whilst developing listening, reading and grammar skills and your use of language.

e. English Certification Program

This is a compulsory program for students of STMIK AMIKOM Purwokerto before they take Kerja Praktek and Skripsi.

Like General English, you will develop your ability to communicate clearly in English for a week. At the end of the program, spoken test will be given to you.

Sample Timetable

Meeting 1	Meeting 2	Meeting 3	Meeting 4	Meeting 5	Meeting 6
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