| Programme Regulations |
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This programme starts by constructing a solid foundation of language proficiency
and understanding upon which to build progressively more demanding studies of
different aspects of the English language. The aim of the programme is to
develop in all students an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the language.
Through their studies in the programme, students will gain communicative skills
for work and study; a good understanding of the structure and use of the
language; a critical ability to analyse language and literature in context;
understanding of language and society and the place of English in the world and
a commitment to personal development through lifelong learning. The programme
provides a recognised qualification which is highly valued by employers in areas
where language proficiency and the ability to analyse language are important. It
will open up career pathways in general administrative and executive work, for
example, in the civil service, in non-government organizations as well as in
commerce and the business sector. The programme also provides an excellent
preparation for language teaching and is listed by the Education Bureau as a
Recognized Language Major degree. If a graduate of this programme goes on to
complete a postgraduate teaching qualification in English, they will get full
exemption from the Language Proficiency Requirement for English teachers and
become a fully qualified English teacher.
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There are three pathways for students pursuing this programme. Pathways 2 and 3
are specifically designed for holders of an Associate Degree or equivalent
qualification.
BLSEH1 –Pathway 1
Students pursuing BLSEH1 through Pathway 1 must successfully
complete 160 credits, as follows:
| (a) | 60 credits of compulsory courses:
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| (b) | 60 credits from:
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| (c) | 40 additional credits from any Foundation, Middle or Higher level courses offered by the University, of which no more than 25 credits are at Foundation level. |
| Students are required to complete 160 credits but they may opt to graduate with a lower qualification such as Bachelor of Language Studies (English) [BLSE1] (120 credits) or Associate of Language Studies (English) [ALSE] (80 credits) after completing the required number of credits and fulfilling the requirements of the programme regulations. |
Advanced standing/Credit exemption
Students with recognized tertiary qualifications may apply for advanced
standing/credit exemption.
BLSEH2 — Pathway 2
Programme-specific entry requirement: A recognized Associate Degree, or equivalent, in English studies or a |
Students pursuing BLSEH2 through Pathway 2 must successfully
complete 80 credits as follows:
| (a) | 45 credits of compulsory courses:
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| (b) | 5 credits from courses:
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| (c) | 30 credits from courses:
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| Students are required to complete 80 credits but they may opt to graduate with the Bachelor of Language Studies (English) [BLSE2] (40 credits) after completing the required number of credits and fulfilling the requirements of the programme regulations. |
BLSEH3 — Pathway 3
Programme-specific entry requirement: A recognized Associate Degree, or equivalent, in an area not related |
Students pursuing the honours programme BLSEH3 through
Pathway 3 , must successfully complete
100 credits as follows:
| (a) | 95 credits of compulsory courses:
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| (b) | 5 credits from courses:
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| Students are required to complete 100 credits but they may opt to graduate with the Bachelor of Language Studies (English) [BLSE3] (60 credits) after completing the required number of credits and fulfilling the requirements of the programme regulations. |
Recognized language major degree programmes
The BLSEH is included in the Education Bureau's list of 'Recognized Language
Major Degree Programmes'. In combination with a relevant teacher
qualification, graduates are eligible for exemption from the Language
Proficiency Requirement for English Language Teachers.
Choosing the first courses to get started
The programmes include courses in language proficiency, language studies
and in the use of information technology for learning. If you are new to
university study you should start your studies with foundation courses in
English language and information technology for learning, as well as
taking the middle level language studies course ENGL A202:
• ENGL E110 English for Effective Communication I: Listening and
Speaking• ENGL E120 English for Effective Communication I: Reading and
Writing• IT E150 Information Technology for Learning
• IT S123 Introduction to Internet Services and Applications
• ENGL A202 The Structure of Modern English
Once you have developed your language and learning foundation, you can
move on to middle level language proficiency as well as tackling the
higher level language studies courses:
• ENGL E200 English for Effective Communication II – Reading and
Writing• ENGL E210 English for Effective Communication II – Listening and
Speaking
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