304391 v.2 English Language Bridging Course for Higher Degree by Research Students

EngLangBridgCrseHDRes(Curtin)

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Introduction
The course is designed for students admitted for a higher degree by research but who do not satisfy the minimum English language entry requirement for Higher Degree Research Students.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Entry is conditional on a concurrent offer for a postgraduate research program. Applicants must have a minimum English language level of IELTS 5, TOEFL 520 or CUTE D.

Duration and Availability
This bridging course is available at Bentley on a full-time or equivalent part-time basis. International students must maintain a full-time enrolment in their higher degree program for visa requirements.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Special Note
Students must successfully complete all three units before applying for candidacy.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
304192	v.3		English for Research Purposes 041	4.0	50.0
4885	v.9		English Communication 041	4.0	25.0
4886	v.8		Tertiary Study Skills 041	4.0	25.0
					100.0

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2003	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2003	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.