Diploma in English Language

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🎓 Diploma in English Language Curriculum

Awarding Body: Somali Institute of Technology and Professional Studies (SITPS)
Duration: 2 Modules (Year 1 to Year 2)

✅ YEAR ONE – MODULE I

Focus: Language Foundations (CEFR A1–A2)

Unit Code	Unit Title	Hours (T/P)	General Objective	Assessment Mode
ENG 1001	Introduction to English Language	45 (30/15)	To develop learners’ basic skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.	CAT, Oral, Final Written
ENG 1002	English Grammar I	60 (40/20)	To introduce foundational grammar structures used in basic English communication.	Assignments, Written Exam
ENG 1003	Vocabulary & Word Usage I	45 (30/15)	To equip learners with common vocabulary for everyday topics.	Quizzes, Oral Tasks
ENG 1004	Functional Listening & Speaking I	60 (20/40)	To build oral fluency and basic pronunciation through dialogues and role-plays.	Oral Exam, Projects
ENG 1005	Reading & Comprehension I	45 (30/15)	To introduce reading strategies for short texts and comprehension skills.	Continuous Assessment, Test
ENG 1006	Basic Writing Skills I	45 (30/15)	To develop sentence construction, guided writing, and basic paragraphs.	Writing Portfolio, Test
ENG 1007	ICT for Language Learning	30 (10/20)	To introduce use of digital tools (e.g. typing, internet browsing) for language use.	Practical Task, Assignment

✅ YEAR ONE – MODULE II

Focus: Intermediate Skills & Academic Use (CEFR B1–B2)

Unit Code	Unit Title	Hours (T/P)	General Objective	Assessment Mode
ENG 2001	English Grammar II	60 (40/20)	To build knowledge of advanced tenses, sentence types, connectors, and modals.	CAT, Written Exam
ENG 2002	Vocabulary & Word Usage II	45 (30/15)	To expand vocabulary for workplace, academic, and formal situations.	Quizzes, Assignments
ENG 2003	Functional Listening & Speaking II	60 (20/40)	To develop effective oral communication in meetings, interviews, and presentations.	Oral Assessment, Interview
ENG 2004	Reading & Comprehension II	45 (30/15)	To introduce academic reading, skimming, scanning, and inference-making.	Written Comprehension Exam
ENG 2005	Writing Skills II	60 (40/20)	To develop essay writing, formal letters, CVs, reports, and argumentative texts.	Writing Portfolio, CAT
ENG 2006	Introduction to Literature	45 (30/15)	To expose learners to short stories, poems, and reading appreciation.	Class Discussion, Tests
ENG 2007	Communication Skills	45 (30/15)	To build interpersonal and professional communication skills.	Practical, Presentation

✅ YEAR TWO – MODULE III

Focus: Advanced Proficiency & Professional Application (CEFR C1–C2)

Unit Code	Unit Title	Hours (T/P)	General Objective	Assessment Mode
ENG 3001	Advanced Grammar & Syntax	60 (40/20)	To master complex grammar structures for academic and professional use.	Written Exam, CAT
ENG 3002	Academic & Research Writing	60 (40/20)	To develop skills in writing academic essays, articles, and citation.	Final Project, Presentation
ENG 3003	Public Speaking & Debate	45 (20/25)	To enhance fluency, argumentation, and persuasion in professional contexts.	Oral Exam, Role Play
ENG 3004	Advanced Reading & Critical Thinking	60 (40/20)	To build analytical reading, summarizing, and evaluating textual content.	Final Exam, Group Work
ENG 3005	Translation & Interpretation Basics	45 (20/25)	To introduce English-Somali or English-Arabic translation in formal contexts.	Practical, Written Test
ENG 3006	Teaching of English as a Second Lang	45 (30/15)	To prepare learners to teach or tutor basic English to others.	Demo Teaching, Assignment
ENG 3007	Field Attachment / Language Project	120 (0/120)	To apply language skills in real-world settings or supervised practicum.	Supervisor Report, Logbook

🎯 Exit Qualifications

Upon successful completion of all modules:

Students receive the Diploma in English Language
Graduates qualify for careers in:
- Teaching (Language Tutor or Assistant Teacher)
- Journalism & Media
- Translation & Interpretation
- Business Communication
- Customer Service & Front Office Roles
- Tourism & Hospitality

📌 Placement Test

New learners with prior knowledge of English will undergo a placement test to determine entry level. Exemptions may be granted for Module I if proficiency is demonstrated.