Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English)– English for Service Professionals (QF Level 3)
QF Level: 3 QR Registration No.: 21/000099/L3 Registration Validity Period: 02/02/2021 to 31/08/2028 |
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to:
1. develop students’ English proficiency and generic skills through practice in simulated or near authentic vocational contexts and application;
2. enhance students’ awareness of the role of English in authentic work environments;
3. develop students’ career-related competencies, foundation skills (notably communication skills), thinking skills and people skills as well as to nurture their positive values and attitudes as in Applied Learning (ApL) curriculum pillars through application and practice; and
4. enable students to lay a good English foundation for further studies or work.
Programme Information
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) of the Programme
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
1. cope with the demands of communication in English in general work contexts and specific fields/work sectors with some confidence;
2. comprehend spoken and written texts, participate in oral interactions and produce written correspondence with reasonable clarity and appropriacy in a wide range of largely familiar contexts; and
3. develop self-understanding for further studies and career development in the related field.
Modules |
Selected Topics |
Assessment Method |
Module 1: Listening and Speaking (QF Level 2) |
|
Listening, Vocabulary and Grammar Test
Speaking Assessment: Individual Response |
Module 2: Reading and Writing (QF Level 2) |
|
Reading, Vocabulary and Grammar Test
Writing Assessment: Completing an Online Complaint Form for a Customer |
Module 3: Listening and Speaking (QF Level 3) |
|
Listening, Vocabulary and Grammar Test
Group Speaking Assessment: Negotiation |
Module 4: Reading and Writing (QF Level 3) |
|
Reading, Vocabulary and Grammar Test
Writing Assessment: Writing a Cover Letter |
Medium of Instruction
English
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall be Secondary 3 or Secondary 4 students. Secondary 3 students can apply in advance but they must be in Secondary 4 when the Applied Learning course starts. Whereas Secondary 4 students can choose to study the course either in Secondary 4 or when they reach Secondary 5.
Programme Duration
18 months
Awards
Upon successful completion of the programme, students will be awarded Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals (QF Level 3) within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.
Students who choose to exit the programme upon completion of Module 1 Listening and Speaking (QF Level 2) and fulfil the attendance requirement will be awarded Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals [Listening and Speaking] (QF Level 2).
(QF Level 2; QR registration number: 21/000100/L2; Validity Period: from 02/02/2021 To 31/08/2028)
Students who choose to exit the programme upon completion of Module 2 Reading and Writing (QF Level 2) and fulfil the attendance requirement will be awarded Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals [Reading and Writing] (QF Level 2).
(QF Level 2; QR registration number: 21/000101/L2; Validity Period: from 02/02/2021 To 31/08/2028)
Students who choose to exit the programme upon completion of Module 3 Listening and Speaking (QF Level 3) and fulfil the attendance requirement will be awarded Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals [Listening and Speaking] (QF Level 3).
(QF Level 3; QR registration number: 21/000102/L3; Validity Period: from 02/02/2021 To 31/08/2028)
Students who choose to exit the programme upon completion of Module 4 Reading and Writing (QF Level 3) and fulfil the attendance requirement will be awarded Certificate in Applied Learning (Vocational English) – English for Service Professionals [Reading and Writing] (QF Level 3).
(QF Level 3; QR registration number: 21/000103/L3; Validity Period: from 02/02/2021 To 31/08/2028)
Mark-grade Conversion Table
Grades |
Marks |
Overall Rating |
Grade Descriptors |
A |
80 - 100 |
Excellent |
Work that demonstrates a superior understanding of the subject matter, being able to develop in-depth solutions to related problems, and with evidence of an extensive knowledge base, original thinking, the capacity to make critical evaluations, and very good organisation and presentation. |
B |
65 - 79 |
Good |
Work that demonstrates a good understanding of the subject matter, being able to develop solutions to related problems, and with evidence of critical capacity and accuracy, analytical ability, a reasonable understanding of issues and clear organisation and presentation. |
C |
50 - 64 |
Satisfactory |
Work that demonstrates a sufficient understanding of the subject matter, being able to develop rudimentary solutions to related problems and with evidence of some attempts at analytical thinking, and average presentation and accuracy. |
D |
40 - 49 |
Pass |
Work that demonstrates a basic familiarity with the subject matter, and with evidence of marginal accuracy, acceptable presentation and organisation. |
U |
<40 |
Fail |
Work showing little evidence of familiarity with the subject matter, with poor accuracy, presentation and/or organisation. |
Enquiries
Email: ccadmissions@hkuspace.hku.hk
Tel: 3416 6338
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