Maritime English 3 (2 cr)

Objective

The student will improve her/his competence in professional English communication in her/his field. S/he will have a better command of field-related terminology and practise English communication in expert tasks. After completing the course, the student is able to describe and discuss matters relating to maritime safety, chart plotting and navigation, as well as loading and discharging. Also, the student will be able to analyse the features of technical reporting and write an abstract for her/his thesis.

Content

- maritime safety
- chart plotting and navigation
- loading and discharging
- technical reporting
- abstract

Evaluation

Students can
- use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations
- evaluate information sources critically
- identify interrelated tasks
- work together with customers, users and target groups

Course material

All materials will be provided by the teacher.

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
The student completes obligatory assignments as instructed by the teacher.

Independent track:
Each case must be initiated by the student and will be independently decided.

Blended track:
Each case must be initiated by the student and will be independently decided.

Timing of exams and assignments

Re-sit exam dates are specifically agreed upon within 12 months of the end date of the course.

Student workload

2 ECTS credits

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assessment is based on an oral and written assignment.

Qualifications

Participation in this course requires that the student has completed the courses Maritime English 1 and Maritime English 2, or is simultaneously completing them.