English as a Second Language
These papers are very useful for improving the skills required for university study by students whose first language is not English. Students who would like to develop their confidence in the skills of speaking, writing, reading and listening in English are encouraged to choose an ENSLA paper as one of their elective papers. All papers are supported by the University's online learning system.
Key information
Study English as a Second Language in these qualifications
Study English as a Second Language as a specialisation of
Papers
Available English as a Second Language papers
100 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| ENSLA100 | English for Professions | 20A (Waikato Pathways College), 20B (Waikato Pathways College), 20C (Waikato Pathways College), 20P (Hamilton), 20P (Online) & 20X (Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China) |
| The paper is designed to provide practical experience in the application of English language skills and to replicate the skills the students will need as they transition to the workplace within their chosen profession. | ||
| ENSLA103 | Undergraduate Research Writing for ESL Students | 20A (Hamilton) & 20B (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers research, approaches to and techniques for different writing genres, analysis of English text and discourse, and an understanding of issues in academic integrity. | ||
200 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|
| ENSLA201 | Academic Aural Strategies | 20A (Hamilton) |
| In this paper, students will explore practical perspectives on listening skills needed for lectures and tutorials at the university level. Essential note taking skills will also be covered to aid students in their ability to get the best out of university lectures and tutorials. | ||
| ENSLA202 | Academic Oral Strategies | 20B (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides students with skills needed to understand and question academic texts. It covers skills in reading and text inquiry and techniques in voicing opinions and questioning views. | ||
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Contacts
School of Arts
Phone: 0800 800 145 or +64 7 838 4922
Email: engl-fass@waikato.ac.nz