his degree is one of the first UK English language programmes in China. It aims to equip students with the highest English communicative and critical skills, combined with a thorough understanding of western linguistic theory and applied analyses. It also helps the students develop their own communicative ability in English - oral and written - at the highest level for international interactions, whether academic or professional. In addition to standard theories of language, this degree provides students with a sophisticated understanding of how language is used in context and influenced by purpose, setting and audience.
The first two years are shared with the sister degree, BA in English Language and Literature.
Year One (Preliminary Year Programme - Ningbo)
The preliminary year comprises a special programme of English for Academic Purposes designed by staff fromthe Centre for English Language Education (CELE)at the University of Nottingham. This is carefully integrated with the content programmes offered by the Division so as to prepare students fully for years 2-4 of the degree.
Year Two (Qualifying Year - Ningbo)
Students are introduced to standard theories of language and explore various contexts of language in use. They are also introduced to modern literature and develop advanced language skills.
Year Three (Part I - Nottingham)
Students develop a thorough understanding of technical aspects of language description (grammar, phonetics and phonemics) and investigate research methods for applied linguistics.
The University has two buildings designated for international students, building 11 and building 18. All rooms are fully furnished and equipped with a telephone and computer point which enable students to make and receive telephone calls and access the University's data network from their bedrooms.
These are UNNC residences in which students are responsible for providing and cooking their own food. Kitchens or common rooms are provided in which students may prepare their own food, or meals may be bought from the University canteen or cafe on the campus.
Bed linen is provided, and will be changed twice a month free of charge. Students will need to supply their own kitchen utensils. All UNNC student houses are non-smoking, including student bedrooms.
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