Advanced Level

The Advanced Level courses are designed to bring students to a level comparable to the English skill level found in US colleges. At this level there is greater emphasis on reading comprehension and writing with further refinement of speech. The goal at this stage is for students to achieve professional level language competency so they may communicate in a relatively sophisticated manner.

English Language III (Effective English)

English Language III, also known as Effective English, introduces students to the variety of writing styles used in journalism and other media. The key skills of exploration, investigation, and evaluation are a primary focus. Through the course, the student will be able to: 1) demonstrate the ability to write for different audiences and for different purposes, including academic research; 2) gain skill and confidence in using the conventions of standard written English; and 3) work and write collaboratively within a designated time frame. They will read newspaper and magazine articles and study television scripts in addition to studying classic novels, short stories, essays by great writers. In addition, students learn to write various types of articles: news, features, sports, and editorials. The complexities of producing a newspaper, including layout and design, are also taught. Everyone will practice and learn how to be a responsible and ethical journalist. The course is writing-intensive and geared for advanced EMP students.

Students must pass an advanced level English language proficiency exam in order to receive the Fei Tian English Language Program Advanced Level Certificate. Students in the English for Artists and the English for Media Professionals programs may choose to enroll to work toward just a Fei Tian English Language Program Certificate or they may choose to enroll for both a Language Program Certificate and the Artistic Certificate.