Students study individual and linked texts and learn to express perceptions and responses clearly and effectively in talking and writing. Activities include reading selected texts in prose, drama, and poetry, independent reading, discussion and oral presentations, and various kinds of writing. Students are required to undertake the following studies. This subject is intended for students for whom English is a second language. It develops communicative competence in written and spoken English, particularly in preparation for tertiary study and employment.
Students search for, extract, and analyse information from a wide range of texts.
They read widely and write extensively for different purposes and audiences, and present ideas and opinions on various issues in group discussion and extended talks. All of these are externally moderated. This is a subject that develops confidence and competence in using the English language. This is achieved through reading, writing, viewing, listening, and speaking in appropriate ways for different purposes. Studies cover prose, poetry, drama, and print and electronic media.