English B1 (Language for Specific Purposes - Business and Law)

22B1597

Bachelor

English

5.0

winter and summer term

1 semester

Module English B1 focuses on improving the participants’ ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts by practising and refining the key language competencies: speaking, reading, writing and listening. The module is divided into two components. In Component 1 (General English for Social Sciences), students will focus on improving various language skills. In Component 2 (Specific Purposes) special attention will be paid to developing skills needed within the specific field and expanding participants’ knowledge of area-specific vocabulary.

The interdisciplinary nature of the studies in social sciences calls for a special attention to linguistic and communication skills. An essential tool for students, across multiple disciplines, is to enhance English skills as a lingua franca in the modern global higher education community with a focus on specific purposes. Through accessibility to the ever-growing body of relevant literature and potential academic and professional networking opportunities, the students may bridge the gap between the skills and insights gained in the subject matter of the specialized courses and the real-life experience, as well as the future horizons of workplace beyond regional and national scopes. 

Upon completion of the module, students are able to perceive and produce English language at a B1 level of Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Learners will understand and evaluate main concepts in their field of specialization.

• Reading, analysis and discussion of selected articles from textbooks and English-language journals
• Legal and business terminology, esp. labor law and on companies
• Case studies, e.g. on the topic of common law
• Oral and written text reproduction
• Discussions
• Text research and presentations
• Repetition of grammatical and idiomatic structures in a professional context

The total workload for the module is 150 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

The hours used in the Lecturer based learning Learning field are instructional hours.

• Portfolio exam or
• Portfolio exam

PFP-1) The portfolio exam covers 100 points and consists of an one-hour written examination (K1) and an oral examination (M). Each element is weighted by 50 points.

PFP-2) The portfolio exam covers 100 points and consists of two 30-minutes written examinations (K30), one presentation (PR), and one oral examination (M). Each element ist weighted by 25 points.

Assessment, according to the details outlined in the examination regulations, is based on coursework. Students must decide either on the continuous assessment option as outlined below or the option of taking a complete examination at the end of the semester with the content based on the work covered during the semester.

• Written examinations of the portfolio exam: in accordance with the applicable study regulation
• Presentation of the portfolio exam: approx. 8 minutes
• Oral examination of the portfolio exam: in accordnace with the general part of the examination regulations

The requirements are specified in the relevant class.

passed module English 3 (technical language) or equivalent previous knowledge

The students can identify the basic specific English terminology and discourse commonly used in business law textbooks and media. They can summarize and reproduce the major arguments in the context of business law.

The students can discuss the key theories of law with regard to the business concepts of contracts, company law, commercial law, as well as tort and criminal law.

Students will be able to review, in English, the application of legal research and methodology towards a further understanding of business concepts and practices.

Students will be able to develop the linguistic body of knowledge and skills to actively join a meeting/debate/discussion, present a critical overview of a relevant topic, and compose an essay within the domain of business law.

Students will be able to apply the academic language skills in order to critically analyse the current issues in business law and projects/case studies at regional, national, and global levels.

Students will be able to engage in interdisciplinary peer exchange about key concepts and trends in business law in academic and professional contexts.

The students will be able to assess their performance and reflect on their role as future professionals dealing with the potential challenges of organizations.

• Asiayee, Hamid

• Asiayee, Hamid