The completion of a six course specified program with a 2.0 grade point average assures unconditional continuation in the degree program. The intensive language courses are designed to meet the needs of students who wish to develop their speaking, listening, writing and reading skills for academic, professional or personal use. Drawing from both experiential and academic approaches, instructors use a variety of methods and techniques to meet these needs. The communicative approach requires the student to be actively involved in using the language in a wide variety of classroom activities including conversations, simulations, structured practice, games and role playing. Integrated texts are used at all levels of instruction to provide a maximum core vocabulary on which the students will be able to build.
Students meet eight hours a week for each semester-long course.
The courses carry 4 credits each which count towards full-time enrollment and graduation credit. It is designed to increase English fluency in basic interpersonal communication. Intensive instruction and practice are provided in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A laboratory component is required. Activities emphasize oral and written communication as they apply to interpersonal communication and academic areas.