Language for Economics and Finance

Program Overview

The Language for Economics and Finance program is a six-week pre-sessional course that enhances academic English proficiency in the context of economics and finance. It equips students with the necessary language skills, study techniques, and cultural adaptation for a successful transition into a Masters degree in these fields at the University of Leeds.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Language for Economics and Finance program is a 6-week full-time pre-sessional course designed to improve academic English language skills to the level needed to study a Masters degree in Economics and Finance.

Objectives:

• Improve academic English language skills relevant to economics and finance.
• Experience and adapt to study in the UK ahead of a Masters degree.
• Become familiar with University facilities such as libraries, study spaces, and learning platforms.
• Settle into Leeds before a Masters degree begins.
• Meet other students and build a community of peers.
• Learn how to use academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the context of economics and finance.

Outline:

Content:

• The curriculum is developed in collaboration with Leeds University Business School and is informed by research in English language teaching.
• Focuses on skills needed for the subject area, studying with students progressing to economics and finance degrees.
• Includes listening to introductory academic lectures exploring different themes over six weeks.
• Students work on understanding content and language used, along with core texts, through language classes and seminars.

Structure:

• The course structure may change from time to time.

Course Schedule:

• Classes normally take place between 9am and 5pm from Monday to Friday.

Assessment:

• The program uses a range of assessment methods, which are likely to include written assignments, speaking assignments, presentations, and research projects.

Teaching:

Methods:

• Students are taught in classes, lectures, practical sessions, and group seminars.
• They work individually and with others.
• Independent study is an important element of the course.
• Students are encouraged to think critically.
• Students are taught by expert academics, from lecturers through to professors.
• They may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers.

Unique Approaches:

Other:

• The Language Centre provides a weekly programme of optional social activities during the course.
Some of these are free, and some have a cost, normally no more than £30.
• Accommodation is not included in the tuition fee.
• The course is accredited by BALEAP.
• Students can take part in workshops, language groups, and language advice drop-ins.
• The course is taught by The Language Centre and Leeds University Business School.

International fees: £3439