Extension Courses in English

Diploma in Advanced English for Administration and Academic Purposes (DAE) :

The Diploma in Advanced English is a two-year programme, consisting of a Preliminary Year and a Final Year. The course is suitable for those who want to develop their language skills for professional purposes. People who have completed their G.C.E. Advanced Level examination and people who are employed are encouraged to apply. The examinations will consist of a Continuous Assessment Test (CAT Examination), as well as examinations in Listening, Reading and Writing, and an Oral Examination.

Target Group

This course is suitable for those with a higher intermediate knowledge of English and want to develop language skills to meet the professional demands of administration and the work environment.

The course will use teaching materials based on a variety of authentic sources which include administrative reports, official publications, academic, legal and business documents, current periodicals and newspapers.

Duration

The course is designed as a two year course. The Preliminary Year and Final Year each consists of 160 teaching hours. Classes take place over the weekend.

Entry Requirements:

• Persons with at least 3 passes at the GCE Advanced Level Examination before the year 2000 or 2 passes in 2000 and thereafter can apply. Important : a certified copy of the A/Level Results Sheet must be supplied with the application.

AND

• The required score at the Selection Test.