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Specialised Certificate Course in Science, Mathematics & IT


Bournemouth Business School International (BBSI), our highly-accredited business School and English language college in Britain, offers international students the opportunity to study English in Britain, while also learning science, mathematics and computer skills, and acquiring the basic knowledge required for careers or further study in technical fields.
 
The BBSI Certificate study option is designed for students with an English language level equivalent to
IELTS 5.5/CEFR B2.  This 4 to 12 week course enables participants to both develop their IT and
technical vocabulary to a level of proficiency, and to build their English language communication skills.
The course leads to a BBSI Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT. Students will also have the
opportunity to acquire the ICDL®, and to prepare for an English or business English examination. 

Professional Qualifications.  BBSI is an Accredited Centre for preparation for the International
Computer Driving Licence® (ICDL®).  The ICDL® verifies practical competence in computer skills,
and provides individuals with an internationally-recognised qualification.  Depending on the study
option selected, students will follow the full ICDL® syllabus and can elect to obtain this additional
qualification.For students intending to undertake the optional ICDL® examination, we would
recommend a minimum of 12 weeks' preparation prior to the examination date.

 

Additional English and Business English Qualifications.  Students will also have the option to prepare
for up to 3 different University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications: the First Certificate in English
(FCE) , the Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) , or the Business English Certificate (BEC)
.  Students wishing to take one of these examinations are recommended to study for a full 12 weeks
prior to the examination, to maximise their chances of success.  Alternatively, students can opt to join
our ongoing weekly English Language Workshop (ELW) at a language level to suit their needs.

 

Course Outline:
Minimum English-Language Entry Level.  IELTS 5.5/CEFR B2.
Course Duration.  4-23 weeks.

Course Code.  CMT.

Main Course Entry Dates.  Sep, Jan, Apr or Jul; however, flexible entry dates are available
for these courses (term dates 2011/12).

Minimum Age.  17 years.
 
Award.  Academic achievement is ascertained by means of continuous assessment. 
BBSI Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT
Optional External Examinations+.  Additional examination fees apply.  
 
               International Computer Driving Licence® (examination dates)
               University of Cambridge FCE (examination dates)
               University of Cambridge FCE (examination dates)
               University of Cambridge BEC (examination dates)

Course Structure & Content.  A minimum of 4 weeks' study is required, comprising 30, forty-five minute lessons (22.5 hours total) weekly.  Course breakdown is as follows:

 20 lessons weekly in Science, Mathematics & IT
 10 weekly lessons in English Language 
       (selected from one of the following options):
                   * preparation for the University of Cambridge FCE 
                   * preparation for the University of Cambridge CAE
                   * preparation for the University of Cambridge BEC
                   * English Language Workshop (ELW)
Course Elements.  The Certificate and the Higher-Certificate  and full Diploma courses provide students with 4 main components: science, mathematics, IT, and English-language development.  The Science, Mathematics & IT syllbus incorporates specialised elements within the following topics:

      Mathematics
            *  mathematical vocabulary
            *  describing motion
            *  angles, bearings & maps
            *  statistics & probability theory
            *  sequences & series
            *  differentiation & integration
            *  2 & 3 dimensional geometry
            *  graphs of functions
            *  applied mathematics
            *  analysing data
            *  motions & vectors
Applied science & Engineering
      *  light & radio waves
      *  force & effect
      *  atomic theory & chemical reactions
      *  nuclear physics
      *  refining of raw materials
      *  environmental science
      *  electricity, electromagnetism & electronics
      *  materials & stresses
 
Technology
      *  security
      *  materials & systems
      *  applications
      *  human factor/needs/values/aesthetics      

General Science
      *  research methods
      *  writing scientific reports
      *  problem solving
      *  reading & interpreting scientific information
 
Computers & IT
      *  SQL
      *  Microsoft Office applications
      *  binary system
      *  operating systems
      *  web design with HTML
      *  software engineering
      *  information & effective communication
      *  object-orientated programming with Java
      *  computer architecture
      *  using a computer effectively & managing files 
      *  concepts of information & computing technology
      Course Objectives.  The course objectives are to:
            *  Provide students with the specialised language of science, mathematics & IT, to 
                  enable them to communicate effectively in a related international environment.
            *  Enable students to develop a sound understanding of current theory & practice in 
                  science, mathematics and IT.
            *  Facilitate the development of effective business English communication skills.
            *  Ensure students build appropriate vocabulary related to science, mathematics & IT.
            *  Provide preparation for an internationally recognised IT qualification.
Course Syllabus.  Students seeking to start a 12 week Certificate course in January or July would
follow Weeks 13-24, whilst those commencing the same course in either September or April would
study Weeks 25-36.  Those wishing to study for shorter/longer periods should contact BBSI to confirm
the course syllabus for their study.
 
            Pre-Masters Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT
            Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT
            Pre-Masters Extended Higher-Certificate in Science, Mathematics & IT
BBSI courses are carefully designed and structured at different language levels to enable international students to develop all 4 English language skills simultaneously, while developing their professional communication skills and professional knowledge in academic, vocational or professional context, in the specialised subject of their choice. Students therefore have the flexibility to focus on either academic or vocational progression, depending on their personal training needs and particular learning objectives.

 Download a PDF of the BBSI Specialised Courses in Science, Mathematics & IT.

 Book this course on-Line.

The following specialised Certificate courses are also available at BBSI:
*  Examination fees for those seeking to undertake external examinations are not included in the BBSI course fees.