PROGRAMME

The two-semester Foundation Studies Programme aims at providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to embark on specialist Engineering degree courses, in order to become the Engineers of the future.

Caledonian College is committed to achieving the highest standards in education. Students who enrol on the two-semester Foundation Studies Programme are given the opportunity to develop skills in English language, mathematics, science and basic computer skills to levels which will enable them to complete their Engineering studies with confidence. Success in these subjects can lead to degree qualifications in their chosen discipline and the possibility of study abroad. They will be able to function effectively and confidently in English.

The greatest emphasis is on the students’ ability in English. We aim to ensure that students are able to function in their future working lives in English language. Language courses consist of core grammar, vocabulary and development of receptive/productive skills (listening/reading and speaking/writing) through a technical context. We follow a communicative methodology which encourages all students to actively participate.

In addition, we provide supervised tuition in mathematic and science. These, like all subjects, are taught in English. They are intended as refresher courses for students who have attained appropriate standards in their secondary education but have previously studied these in Arabic. They are also vital for students undertaking Engineering courses as they require this knowledge to comprehend Engineering theory.

On top of supervised lessons we run English, maths and science support centres which are staffed by qualified teachers. These give students the opportunity to receive additional help in their studies, thus catering to individual needs.

THE FOUNDATION STUDIES PROGRAMME

Students who are placed in the Foundation Studies Programme will undertake one of two study plans, based on their performance in the placement test:

• 2 semester (elementary and intermediate) Foundation course for both day and evening students.
• 1 semester (intermediate) Foundation course for both day and evening students.

Stage A (2 semesters)

Elementary Core Grammar, Vocabulary, Technical English, Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking, Presentation Skills, Study Skills, Mathematics, Science, Basic Computer Skills.

Stage B (1 semester)

Intermediate Core Grammar, Vocabulary, Technical English, Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking, Presentation Skills, Study Skills, Mathematics, Science.