English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program

Program Overview

The American University of Malta's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program prepares non-native English speakers for undergraduate or graduate studies by enhancing their fluency, accuracy, and comprehension skills. Offered in three levels, the program employs experienced teachers and utilizes a combination of informal and formal assessments. Successful completion equips students with the English proficiency required to pursue their desired degree at AUM.

Program Outline

Extracted Information from the American University of Malta's English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program

Degree Overview:

The EAP program at the American University of Malta (AUM) aims to equip students who don't meet the required English proficiency level with the language skills needed to successfully pursue undergraduate or graduate studies at AUM. The program focuses on developing fluency and accuracy in speaking and writing, enabling students to express themselves effectively and prepare for academic environments. Additionally, it strengthens listening and reading skills to facilitate comfortable learning and engagement in an English-speaking environment.

Outline:

The program offers three levels:

• EAP 94: Elementary to Pre-intermediate (200 hours, 8 ECTS)
• EAP 96: Pre-intermediate to Intermediate (200 hours, 8 ECTS)
• EAP 98: Intermediate to High-intermediate (200 hours, 8 ECTS)
Each level lasts 8 weeks with classes held Monday through Thursday, 5 hours per day. Maximum class size is 15 students.

Assessment:

The program utilizes both informal and formal assessments. Informal assessment is continuous throughout the course and includes class participation which contributes less than 10% to the overall grade. Formal assessment utilizes methods such as:

• Initial Assessment: iTEP Placement Core test for reading, listening, sentence structure, and vocabulary.
• Formative Assessment: In-class exercises, multiple choice questions, writing assignments, class participation, and homework (10% of the grade).
• Summative Assessment: Unit exams in reading, writing, listening, and speaking (60% of the grade).
Comprehensive final exam in all four skills (30% of the grade). Exit exam using iTEP Placement Core.

Teaching:

The EAP program employs experienced English language teachers who provide thorough guidance and a supportive learning environment. They utilize various teaching methods and materials to cater to different learning styles.

Careers:

Successful completion of the program equips students with the English language proficiency needed to pursue their desired undergraduate or graduate degree at AUM. This opens doors to various career paths in their chosen field of study.

Other:

• Students who do not possess English language certification but are deemed to require additional tutoring are referred to the EAP program director for testing.
• Enrolment in the EAP program is mandatory for conditionally admitted students who do not meet the required English proficiency level.
• Progression to the next level is contingent upon achieving the necessary test score and attending at least 75% of the classes.
• Students unable to pass all EAP levels within the designated timeframe may face dismissal from AUM.
• Admissions are based on various factors including official IELTS documents or equivalent (TOEFL) and assessment by the admissions department.