The outcome of the course is the improvement of students´ abilities to present a scientific topic in English, and also the ability to comprehend different types of scientific texts and to analyze, synthetize, paraphrase, organize and reproduce the information they contain.

A student knows basic characteristics of the language of science and technology, understands different types of texts on science and technology, IT, communication technologies and economics, is able to analyze and reproduce information, discuss technical phenomena and problems presented and express one´s own opinions on the topics in both spoken and written form.

The final evaluation is based on a written test focused on reading skills and written communication (max. 40pts, min. 25 pts., one attempt). 
75% attendance, active participation at classes and fulfilment of given assignments is required.

Completion of the course for students with individual study plan:
Credit: a written test focused on reading skills and written communication (max. 40pts, min. 25 pts., one attempt). 

Completion of the course in distance form (applied only when objective external circumstances do not allow the implementation of the study programme in accordance with the granted accreditation)
Credit: a written test focused on reading skills and written communication (max. 40pts, min. 25 pts., one attempt).
Specific tasks may be required during semester

Technical and scientific texts, listening

Professional communication

Formal language, academic language and style
Academic text and its structure
Formal written communication

The course is focused on the work with scientific texts and on the development of language skills.
The main aim is: to improve students´ reading skills and comprehension, to understand different types of specialized and general technical texts in English, discussion on specific professional topics, development of understanding the spoken language, written communication.

• Programme BAK-MIn Bachelor's 3 year of study, summer semester, compulsory