English Language Course Syllabi

As English is the medium of instruction at DU, there is a clear need to approach English education in a systematic, meaningful, and purposeful manner. The English Unit offers incoming students with low proficiency in English an intensive program to help them pursue their studies in the major of their choice through the medium of English with the aim of immersing them in the language.

Ten to fifteen hours a week are dedicated to Reading & Writing, with ten hours a week dedicated to Listening & Speaking. Students take a midterm and a final exam. Grades are determined by exam results, as well as continuous assessment, portfolios, progress tests, and quizzes. The weighting for each skill area is as follows:

SkillWeight (%)
Reading25%
Writing25%
Listening25%
Speaking25%