Information updated until 30/06/2026 CODE 53394 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026/2027 CREDITS 3 cfu anno 1 CONSERVAZIONE DEI BENI CULTURALI 11954 (L-1) - GENOVA 3 cfu anno 1 STORIA 11867 (L-42 R) - GENOVA 3 cfu anno 1 FILOSOFIA 11865 (L-5 R) - GENOVA 3 cfu anno 1 LETTERE 11866 (L-10 R) - GENOVA SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINARY SECTOR ANGL-01/C LANGUAGE English TEACHING LOCATION GENOVA SEMESTER 1° Semester TEACHING MATERIALS AULAWEB OVERVIEW The English Language Test aims at supporting students in the study of English by focussing on expanding their knowledge of syntax and vocabulary and their ability to read and comprehend written texts at level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. AIMS AND CONTENT LEARNING OUTCOMES The assessment of the level B1 of the English Language is carried out through computer-based tests during the first months of the first academic year, according to the information shared by CLAT (Centro Linguistico di Ateneo). In case of a positive outcome, the corresponding credits will be recorded starting from the winter exam session (February of each year). If the outcome is 'Fail', students can take an online course before repeating the test. This course aims at strengthening the basic knowledge of students, in order to allow them to acquire the level B1 in the four abilities (reading, writing, comprehension and speaking), in accordance with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES LEARNING OUTCOMES The course aims at supporting students in consolidating their knowledge of the English syntaxt and vocabulary, in addition to their ability to read and understand written texts. AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES - To consolidate studsents' knowledge of English syntax - To expand students' vocabulary - To help students improve their ability to read and comprehend written texts at the level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages PREREQUISITES Knowledge of the English Language at level A2. TEACHING METHODS In case students do not pass the Assessment Test (AT) at the beginning of the academic year, the University Language Centre (CLAT) will organise an online B1 English course, after which students will be allowed to resit the exam. An in-person course will be offered, if students do not pass the AT a second time, and a third round of ATs will be organised. SYLLABUS/CONTENT All the topics are covered in the online course mentioned above and are those typically included in standaridized B1 test for the English Language according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY Please visit https://clat.unige.it/progettoinglese TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD ELISABETTA ZURRU Ricevimento: Please visit the Aulaweb page for this course. LESSONS LESSONS START In case students do not pass the Assessment Test (AT) at the beginning of the academic year, the University Language Centre (CLAT) will organise an online B1 English course, after which students will be allowed to resit the exam. An in-person course will be offered, if students do not pass the AT a second time, and a third round of ATs will be organised. Class schedule The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy EXAMS EXAM DESCRIPTION The exam is computer-based. ASSESSMENT METHODS Students will be required to complete a computer-based test which includes a range of exercises focusing on syntax, vocabulary and reading and comprehension, based on the syllabus, in English at level B1. FURTHER INFORMATION Please visit https://clat.unige.it/progettoinglese Students who have a certification of physical or learning disabilities on file with the University and who wish to discuss possible accommodations or other circumstances regarding lectures, coursework and exams, should get in touch with the people at CLAT who supervise the Assessment Tests.
