English SJO-SzD-ANG30-2-4
B2 Level
Course Content
Further development of the ability to use academic and specialist language.
Further development of listening skills in relation to academic presentations, including understanding main ideas, key information, and the speaker's intentions.
Further development of the ability to produce spoken and written statements on scientific topics using more complex lexical and grammatical structures.
Further development of the ability to prepare and deliver academic presentations using appropriate grammatical and lexical structures, as well as formal conventions governing the organization of spoken discourse.
Development of critical reading skills and the ability to understand academic texts.
Further development of the ability to express personal opinions on these texts, both orally and in writing.
Further development of the ability to report and summarize academic content, share knowledge and experience, and participate in discussions.
Expansion of academic and specialist vocabulary.
Further development of language communication skills and clarity of expression.
Development of the ability to independently improve proficiency in academic and specialist English and to use appropriate learning resources.
C1 Level
Course Content
Further development of the ability to use academic and specialist language.
Further development of listening skills in relation to academic presentations, including understanding main and supporting ideas, key and secondary information, and the speaker's intentions.
Further development of the ability to produce spoken and written statements on scientific topics using advanced and appropriate lexical and grammatical structures.
Further development of the ability to prepare and deliver academic presentations using appropriate grammatical and lexical structures, as well as formal conventions governing the organization of spoken discourse.
Development of critical reading skills and the ability to understand longer academic texts.
Further development of the ability to express personal opinions on these texts, both orally and in writing.
Further development of the ability to use language precisely, employing a wide range of specialist and academic vocabulary, appropriate idiomatic and formulaic expressions, and advanced syntactic structures in both spoken and written communication.
Further development of language communication skills and clarity of expression.
Expansion of academic and specialist vocabulary.
Development of the ability to independently improve proficiency in academic and specialist English and to use appropriate learning resources.
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Term 2023/2024-L:
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Term 2024/2025-L:
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Term 2025/2026-L:
B2 Level Further development of the ability to use academic and specialist language. Further development of listening skills in relation to academic presentations, including understanding the main ideas, key information, and the speaker's intentions. Further development of the ability to produce spoken and written texts on scientific topics using more complex lexical and grammatical structures. Further development of the ability to prepare and deliver academic presentations using appropriate grammatical and lexical structures, as well as formal conventions governing the organization of presentations. Development of critical reading skills and the ability to understand academic texts. Further development of the ability to express personal opinions on academic texts, both orally and in writing. Further development of the ability to summarize and report academic content, share knowledge and experience, and participate in discussions. Expansion of academic and specialist vocabulary. Further development of communication skills and clarity of expression. Development of the ability to independently improve proficiency in academic and specialist English and to use appropriate learning resources. C1 Level Further development of the ability to use academic and specialist language. Further development of listening skills in relation to academic presentations, including understanding main and supporting ideas, key and secondary information, and the speaker's intentions. Further development of the ability to produce spoken and written texts on scientific topics using advanced and appropriate lexical and grammatical structures. Further development of the ability to prepare and deliver academic presentations using appropriate grammatical and lexical structures, as well as formal conventions governing the organization of presentations. Development of critical reading skills and the ability to understand longer academic texts. Further development of the ability to express personal opinions on academic texts, both orally and in writing. Further development of the ability to use language precisely, employing a rich range of academic and specialist vocabulary, appropriate collocations and idiomatic expressions, and advanced syntactic structures in both spoken and written communication. Further development of communication skills and clarity of expression. Expansion of academic and specialist vocabulary. Development of the ability to independently improve proficiency in academic and specialist English and to use appropriate learning resources. |
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
B2 Level
Learning Outcomes
- K_W01 + K_W02: Recognizes and is able to use appropriate academic and specialist vocabulary in spoken and written communication, e.g. when writing abstracts, reports, summaries, presentation scripts, and article reviews, as well as formulating questions and conclusions.
- K_U03: Is able to understand the main ideas of texts, presentations, academic lectures, and academic discussions.
- K_U06: Is able to prepare and deliver an individual presentation on an academic topic, using appropriate communicative expressions and relevant academic and specialist language.
- K_U06: Is able to discuss specialist topics using more advanced grammatical structures, specialist language, appropriate collocations, and key academic vocabulary.
- K_U04 + K_U06: Is able to participate in academic discussions, present arguments and personal comments, and ask questions.
- K_U06: Any shortcomings in pronunciation, intonation, vocabulary, grammatical accuracy, or spelling do not affect the effectiveness of communication.
- K_K03: Is aware of cultural differences, including those within the academic community, and is able to adapt language use and behaviour accordingly.
- K_K01: Independently develops their proficiency in academic and specialist English and is able to use appropriate learning resources.
C1 Level
Learning Outcomes
- K_W01 + K_W02: Recognizes and is able to use appropriate academic and specialist vocabulary in spoken and written communication, e.g. when writing abstracts, reports, summaries, presentation scripts, and article reviews, as well as formulating questions and conclusions.
- K_U03: Is able to understand the main ideas of texts, articles, book extracts, presentations, academic lectures, and academic discussions.
- K_U06: Is able to prepare and deliver an individual presentation on an academic topic, using appropriate communicative expressions and relevant academic and specialist language.
- K_U06: Is able to discuss specialist topics using advanced grammatical structures, specialist language, appropriate collocations, and key academic vocabulary.
- K_U04 + K_U06: Is able to participate in academic discussions, present arguments and personal comments, and ask questions.
- K_U06: Is able to use the language fluently and spontaneously in a variety of communicative situations.
- K_U06: Is able to use academic and specialist language accurately in both spoken and written communication, demonstrating a rich range of vocabulary, grammatical structures, and syntactic forms.
- K_K03: Is aware of cultural differences, including those within the academic community, and is able to adapt language use and behaviour accordingly.
- K_U06: Occasional language errors do not affect the communicative value of an utterance and may only reduce its stylistic quality.
- K_K01: Independently develops their proficiency in academic and specialist English and is able to use appropriate learning resources.
Assessment criteria
Assessment Methods and Course Completion Requirements
1. Continuous assessment of the doctoral student's preparation for classes and their participation and performance during classes.
2. The final semester grade is based on the average of grades obtained for tests, projects, an extended oral presentation or presentation, as well as class participation, preparation for classes, and punctual submission of assignments. All tests, projects, and oral presentations are announced in advance. A test may last between 45 and 90 minutes.
3. The minimum requirement for obtaining a passing grade on a test (satisfactory – 3.0) is 51% of the maximum possible score.
Percentage score
Grade
100%–91%
Very good (5.0)
90%–81%
Good plus (4.5)
80%–71%
Good (4.0)
70%–61%
Satisfactory plus (3.5)
60%–51%
Satisfactory (3.0)
50% or below
Fail (2.0)
4. If a doctoral student receives a failing grade (2.0) on a test or oral assessment, they are entitled to retake the assessment. The failing grade (2.0) is included in the calculation of the average grade.
5. A doctoral student is permitted to miss up to two classes for any reason without providing justification. In the case of further absences, the student is required to contact the course instructor without delay, explain the reasons for the absence, and provide written documentation justifying it (e.g. a medical certificate, court document, or university-related justification, such as research travel or conference attendance). In exceptional unforeseen circumstances where written documentation is unavailable, the situation should be discussed with the instructor.
6. If a doctoral student exceeds the limit of two unjustified absences, each subsequent absence must be compensated for in accordance with the rules established by the instructor. This may involve, for example, preparing an additional translation or analysis of a text, preparing a paper, giving an oral response on material covered in class, completing a written assignment, doing lexical and grammatical exercises, or participating in a conference.
7. Doctoral students are required to take all tests announced by the instructor on the date scheduled for the entire group. This requirement also applies to assessed projects and presentations. In the event of an excused absence from a scheduled test, assessed project, or presentation, the doctoral student is required to contact the instructor without delay to explain the absence, provide written justification, and arrange a date for taking the missed test or delivering the project or presentation.
8. In the event of an unexcused absence from a scheduled test, project presentation, or assessed oral assignment, the doctoral student is required to contact the instructor without delay to explain the absence and arrange a date for taking the test or delivering the project or presentation.
9. In such cases, the instructor applies a higher passing threshold for the test, project, or oral assessment. For written tests, the following grading scale applies:
Percentage score
Grade
100%
Very good (5.0)
99%–92%
Good plus (4.5)
91%–81%
Good (4.0)
80%–72%
Satisfactory plus (3.5)
71%–61%
Satisfactory (3.0)
60% or below
Fail (2.0)
In the case of a project or oral assessment, raising the passing threshold means lowering the grade by one grade point.
10. In the case of a prolonged absence (exceeding four weeks), the provisions of § 23(4) of the Regulations of the Doctoral Schools at the Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow (UPJPII) shall apply.
11. The rules governing the completion of classes under the Individual Organization of Education (IOK) and External Completion of Classes (ERZ) are set out in §§ 24 and 25 of the Regulations of the Doctoral Schools at the Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow (UPJPII).
Bibliography
B2 Level
Required Reading
McCarthy, Michael, and Felicity O’Dell. Academic Vocabulary in Use: Vocabulary Reference and Practice. 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press, 2016.
Moore, Julie. Oxford Academic Vocabulary Practice: Upper-Intermediate B2–C1. Oxford University Press, 2017.
de Chazal, Edward, and Sam McCarter. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016.
Instructor's own teaching materials for B2 level.
Recommended Reading
English for Academics, Book 1, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2014.
English for Academics, Book 2, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2015.
Zwier, Lawrence J. Building Academic Vocabulary: Advanced Practice for EAP Classes and Self-Study. The University of Michigan Press, 2005.
Grussendorf, Marion. English for Presentations. Express Series. Oxford University Press, 2008.
de Chazal, Edward, and Louis Rogers. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Intermediate/B1+. Oxford University Press, 2013.
de Chazal, Edward, and Sam McCarter. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016.
Powell, Mark. Dynamic Presentations. Cambridge Business Skills, 2011.
Thaine, Craig. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012.
Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Upper-Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012.
Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Advanced. Cambridge University Press, 2013.
Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 2: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2016.
Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 3: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2018.
Paterson, Ken, with Roberta Wedge. Oxford Grammar for EAP: English Grammar and Practice for Academic Purposes with Answers. Oxford University Press, 2017.
Side, Richard, and Guy Wellman. Grammar and Vocabulary for Cambridge Advanced and Proficiency: Fully Updated for the Revised CPE. Pearson Education Limited, 2018.
C1 Level
Required Reading
McCarthy, Michael, and Felicity O’Dell. Academic Vocabulary in Use: Vocabulary Reference and Practice. 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press, 2016.
Moore, Julie. Oxford Academic Vocabulary Practice: Upper-Intermediate B2–C1. Oxford University Press, 2017.
de Chazal, Edward, and Sam McCarter. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016.
de Chazal, Edward, and Sam McCarter. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Advanced/C1. Oxford University Press, 2016.
Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 3: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2018.
Instructor's own teaching materials for C1 level.
Recommended Reading
English for Academics, Book 1, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2014.
English for Academics, Book 2, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2015.
Zwier, Lawrence J. Building Academic Vocabulary: Advanced Practice for EAP Classes and Self-Study. The University of Michigan Press, 2005.
Grussendorf, Marion. English for Presentations. Express Series. Oxford University Press, 2008.
de Chazal, Edward, and Louis Rogers. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Intermediate/B1+. Oxford University Press, 2013.
Powell, Mark. Dynamic Presentations. Cambridge Business Skills, 2011.
Thaine, Craig. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012.
Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Upper-Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012.
Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Advanced. Cambridge University Press, 2013.
Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 2: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2016.
Paterson, Ken, with Roberta Wedge. Oxford Grammar for EAP: English Grammar and Practice for Academic Purposes with Answers. Oxford University Press, 2017.
Side, Richard, and Guy Wellman. Grammar and Vocabulary for Cambridge Advanced and Proficiency: Fully Updated for the Revised CPE. Pearson Education Limited, 2018.
Note: I have standardized the bibliographic formatting and corrected apparent typographical errors in author names and titles. The original bibliography contains a duplicated Oxford EAP entry in the C1 section; I have retained the B2 and C1 editions as separate entries.
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Term 2024/2025-L:
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Term 2025/2026-L:
B2 Level McCarthy, Michael, and O’Dell, Felicity. Academic Vocabulary in Use: Vocabulary Reference and Practice. 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press, 2016. Moore, Julie. Oxford Academic Vocabulary Practice: Upper-Intermediate B2–C1. Oxford University Press, 2017. de Chazal, Edward, and McCarter, Sam. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016. Instructor's own teaching materials for B2 level. Recommended Reading English for Academics, Book 1, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2014. English for Academics, Book 2, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2015. Zwier, Lawrence J. Building Academic Vocabulary: Advanced Practice for EAP Classes and Self-Study. The University of Michigan Press, 2005. Grussendorf, Marion. English for Presentations. Express Series. Oxford University Press, 2008. de Chazal, Edward, and Rogers, Louis. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Intermediate/B1+. Oxford University Press, 2013. de Chazal, Edward, and McCarter, Sam. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016. Powell, Mark. Dynamic Presentations. Cambridge Business Skills, 2011. Thaine, Craig. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012. Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Upper-Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012. Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Advanced. Cambridge University Press, 2013. Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 2: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2016. Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 3: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2018. Paterson, Ken, with Wedge, Roberta. Oxford Grammar for EAP: English Grammar and Practice for Academic Purposes with Answers. Oxford University Press, 2017. Side, Richard, and Wellman, Guy. Grammar and Vocabulary for Cambridge Advanced and Proficiency: Fully Updated for the Revised CPE. Pearson Education Limited, 2018. C1 Level McCarthy, Michael, and O’Dell, Felicity. Academic Vocabulary in Use: Vocabulary Reference and Practice. 2nd edition. Cambridge University Press, 2016. Moore, Julie. Oxford Academic Vocabulary Practice: Upper-Intermediate B2–C1. Oxford University Press, 2017. de Chazal, Edward, and McCarter, Sam. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Upper-Intermediate/B2. Oxford University Press, 2016. de Chazal, Edward, and McCarter, Sam. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Advanced/C1. Oxford University Press, 2016. Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 3: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2018. Instructor's own teaching materials for C1 level. Recommended Reading English for Academics, Book 1, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2014. English for Academics, Book 2, with free online audio. Cambridge University Press / British Council, 2015. Zwier, Lawrence J. Building Academic Vocabulary: Advanced Practice for EAP Classes and Self-Study. The University of Michigan Press, 2005. Grussendorf, Marion. English for Presentations. Express Series. Oxford University Press, 2008. de Chazal, Edward, and Rogers, Louis. Oxford EAP: A Course in English for Academic Purposes, Intermediate/B1+. Oxford University Press, 2013. Powell, Mark. Dynamic Presentations. Cambridge Business Skills, 2011. Thaine, Craig. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012. Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Upper-Intermediate. Cambridge University Press, 2012. Hewings, Martin. Cambridge Academic English: An Integrated Skills Course for EAP, Advanced. Cambridge University Press, 2013. Cambridge English Advanced with Answers 2: Authentic Examination Papers. Cambridge University Press, 2016. Paterson, Ken, with Wedge, Roberta. Oxford Grammar for EAP: English Grammar and Practice for Academic Purposes with Answers. Oxford University Press, 2017. Side, Richard, and Wellman, Guy. Grammar and Vocabulary for Cambridge Advanced and Proficiency: Fully Updated for the Revised CPE. Pearson Education Limited, 2018. |
Notes
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Term 2023/2024-L:
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Term 2024/2025-L:
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Term 2025/2026-L:
For courses comprising 30 hours of classes, the student's total workload is as follows: 30 hours – participation in classes; 20 hours – preparation for classes; 10 hours – preparation for tests, assignments, and other activities required to complete the course. Classes may be delivered remotely in asynchronous mode via the Cyfronet eKursy4 Moodle platform and in synchronous mode via Microsoft Teams. A maximum of 50% of the classes may be conducted remotely. |
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