English Language in Political Science (VC_057)
About Study Course
Objective
To develop English language skills for further use in academic and future professional settings, to promote relevant terminology acquisition and its professional application in the field of political science.
Prerequisites
Knowledge of the English language at secondary school level.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course, students will:
• be able to understand and apply professional terminology in different types of texts on politics, economics, legislation and diplomacy;
• have acquired general understanding of politics, diplomacy and international relations;
• be aware of different degrees of formality and pragmatic meaning.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to:
• summarise texts from a variety of fields: politics, economics, diplomacy;
• express and present their opinion on political issues;
• write academic essays;
• participate in debates.
On successful completion of the course, students will be able to apply their knowledge and skills in further studies and professional career.
Study course planning
Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
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International Relations - European Studies, SE | 2 | Bachelor’s | Required | Anna Jurčenko, Daiga Tetere |