309355 v.1 Intensive English Program (Sarawak)

Introduction

The Intensive English Program (IEP) is a short-course program designed to improve English language proficiency. It is also intended for students who are interested in pursuing tertiary education and meet the academic requirements, but lack the English language proficiency to do so. There are four levels: Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper-Intermediate.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

This course is designed for Malaysian students who have completed secondary school education or international students who are academically eligible to enrol in a foundation/diploma/degree program.

Duration and Availability

There are four intake terms per year. Each term is made up of 10 teaching weeks. In each term, ongoing assessments and end of term tests are conducted to determine progress to higher levels. Certificates of completion and examination transcripts are awarded to successful students at the end of each term. There are 20 contact hours per week. Each level comprises 15 hours of core work and 5 hours of elective work.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Special Note

The above study package code is for publication purposes only. Further information is available for prospective students at http://www.curtin.edu.my/sch_dept/PreUniversity/IEP/IEP.htm

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.