LINGUA INGLESE P - Z

The aim of the course is the acquisition of the English language in the scientific domain. The targeted language proficiency is B2,  according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

The course consists of frontal lessons or equivalent teaching activities, problem-based learning lessons, exercises, and cooperative learning activities.

B1/B1+ English level

Attendance is compulsory for at least 70% of the lessons.

1. English grammar (B2 level)
   

2. ESP (English for Specific Purposes):

• Body and Health

• Diseases and Remedies

• Healthy eating

• Going to pharmacy

• Drug Store

• Allergies

• Seasonal Flu

• Antibiotics

• Vaccines

• Veterinary Drugs

• Cosmetic Industry

• Herbal Drugs and Natural Remedies

• English for Scientists

• English for Pharmacy, De Giuli, Sala, Hoepli, 2024 (compulsory reading)

• English for the pharmacist student, Benigni, Esculapio, 2008 (suggested reading)

• Cambridge English for scientists, Armer, Cambridge University Press (suggested reading)

The teacher will provide further teaching material during the course.

Oral test in order to evaluate both grammatical knowledge and the correct presentation of scientific topics in English

Here are some examples of questions:

• What do antihistamines do?
  

• What does 'EMA' stand for in Europe?

• Talk about active immunization.

• What are the main symptoms of influenza?

• How do antibiotics work?