UMRAN Green School Language Course – General Syllabus.
UGS levels A1.1, A1.2, A2.1, A2.2, B1.1, B1.2, B2.1, B2.2:
| UGS Level | Language Skills | Grammar | Vocabulary | Communication Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1.1 | Basic sounds and pronunciation, basic vocabulary and grammar, basic greetings and introductions, simple questions and answers | Present simple, be verb, articles, pronouns, prepositions, basic sentence structure | Numbers, dates, time, colors, family, food, daily activities, personal information | Giving and asking for personal information, simple descriptions of people and objects, basic social interactions |
| A1.2 | Basic sentence structure, subject-verb agreement, expressing likes and dislikes, making requests and apologies | Present continuous, simple past tense, adjectives, adverbs, comparatives and superlatives | Hobbies, jobs, travel, shopping, weather, directions | Making and responding to requests and invitations, expressing likes and dislikes, making plans and arrangements |
| A2.1 | More complex sentence structure, expressing opinions and preferences, discussing past experiences | Present perfect, simple future tense, modals, phrasal verbs | Health and fitness, education, work and careers, housing, technology | Discussing and comparing experiences and opinions, expressing preferences, making recommendations and suggestions |
| A2.2 | Advanced vocabulary and grammar, expressing hypothetical situations, giving instructions and advice | Conditionals, passive voice, reported speech, relative clauses | Arts and culture, environment, social issues, politics, travel and tourism | Giving and following instructions, expressing hypothetical situations, expressing opinions and beliefs |
| B1.1 | Advanced grammar and vocabulary, discussing abstract concepts, expressing personal opinions and beliefs | Complex sentence structures, perfect tenses, modal verbs in different tenses | Business and finance, media and communication, law and justice, science and technology | Participating in debates and discussions, expressing opinions and beliefs, giving persuasive speeches |
| B1.2 | Advanced reading and writing skills, analyzing and summarizing information, expressing agreement and disagreement | Passive voice in all tenses, phrasal verbs in context, reported speech and direct speech | Literature and film, history and culture, social issues and psychology, global issues and economics | Analyzing and summarizing complex information, expressing agreement and disagreement, writing argumentative essays |
| B2.1 | Advanced oral and written communication skills, presenting and defending arguments, discussing abstract concepts and ideas | Complex grammar structures, idiomatic expressions, phrasal verbs in context | Education and learning, media and technology, globalization and culture, social justice and human rights | Presenting and defending arguments, analyzing complex information, writing academic papers |
| B2.2 | Mastery of advanced grammar and vocabulary, critical thinking and analysis, creating and delivering persuasive presentations | Advanced grammar structures and idiomatic expressions, phrasal verbs in context, advanced writing skills | Innovation and entrepreneurship, creative arts and design, global sustainability, international relations | Critical analysis and evaluation of complex information, creating and delivering persuasive presentations, writing research papers |
Note: This is just a general syllabus and the specific language curriculum may vary depending on the language program.
Each semester has a duration of 13–14 weeks, or 42 hours of class attendance and 9 hours of cultural attendance.
Program | Spring Semester | Summer Semester | Winter Semester |
Duration | April – July | August – November | December – March |
Application | Mid-February | Mid-June | Mid-October |
Entrance Exam & Interview | 20-27 March | 20-27 July | 20-27 November |
Orientation Day | 1st Week of April | 1st Week of Nov | 1st Week of Dec |
Class begins | 1st Week of April | 1st Week of Nov | 1st Week of Dec |
Course ends | July first week | Nov first week | March first week |
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program consists of two days or 3 hours of language classes per week and one fortnightly cultural program. To receive a certificate, students MUST meet the attendance criteria. Students who have missed more than four classes or more than two cultural programs will NOT be eligible for certification. (The cultural program will last no more 1:5 hours per fortnight)
ASSESSMENT & GRADING SYSTEM
| Assessment | Weight | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| Two Quizzes & Assign | result is required for two quizzes | 5th Week & 8th Week |
| Midterm Exam | Between 9th Week | |
| Final Exam | Both the midterm & final exams need 70 % ( Exam pattern: Reading 70%, Writing 70%, listening 70%, speaking 70 % | 14th Week |
| Culture Prog | 85% attendance required | Biweekly |
| Class Attendance & Participation | 85% attendance is required | Twice in a week |
| Total |
UGS ACADEMIC CALANDER
Program | Spring Semester | Summer Semester | Winter Semester |
Duration | April – July | August – November | December – March |
Application | Mid-February | Mid-June | Mid-October |
Entrance Exam & Interview | 20-27 March | 20-27 July | 20-27 November |
Orientation Day | 1st Week of April | 1st Week of Nov | 1st Week of Dec |
Class begins | 1st Week of April | 1st Week of Nov | 1st Week of Dec |
Course ends | July first week | Nov first week | March first week |
CERTIFICATION
Policy ( Read More):
To qualify for the certificate, a minimum attendance rate of 85% is mandatory for class attendance and culture program attendance. This criterion applies even if the student has performed exceptionally well in midterms, finals, and quizzes. Please ensure compliance with this attendance policy to secure your certificate.
We understand concerns about attendance and its impact on performance. We give students opportunities in the following ways:
- A fine of ₹550 will be applied to students failing due to attendance issues. For this, the student must have taken at least 60% of the classes. Otherwise, they will not qualify to take this chance.
- If a student fails for reasons unrelated to attendance, such as lower scores in exams, they will receive an additional chance to pass the exam without incurring any charges. After these attempts, a fee of ₹550 will be levied for each reexamination.
- Students are free to repeat the level if they fail the course by paying 550 Rs, but they will not be promoted to the next level. In such a condition, the student must have a valid reason for repeating the course.
- Exceptional circumstances (medical, family emergencies) may be considered at the discretion of UGS administration if documented evidence is provided.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
A1.1: This level covers the basics of English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Students learn how to introduce themselves, ask and answer simple questions, talk about their daily routines and hobbies, and use basic grammatical structures such as the present simple, be verb, articles, and pronouns.
A1.2: At this level, students continue to build on their basic grammar and vocabulary while learning more complex sentence structures, expressing likes and dislikes, making requests and apologies, and discussing hobbies, jobs, travel, shopping, weather, and directions. They learn how to use the present continuous, simple past tense, adjectives, adverbs, comparatives, and superlatives.
A2.1: Students at this level learn how to express opinions and preferences, discuss past experiences, and use more advanced grammar structures such as the present perfect, simple future tense, modals, and phrasal verbs. They also learn vocabulary related to health and fitness, education, work and careers, housing, and technology.
A2.2: This level covers more advanced grammar and vocabulary, including conditional sentences, passive voice, reported speech, and relative clauses. Students learn how to express hypothetical situations, give instructions and advice, and discuss topics such as arts and culture, the environment, social issues, politics, and travel and tourism.
B1: At this level, students build on their previous knowledge to develop more complex communication skills, including expressing opinions and arguments, discussing abstract topics, and using idiomatic expressions. They also learn how to use more advanced grammar structures, such as the present perfect continuous, past perfect, and conditional perfect.
B2: At this level, students focus on advanced grammar and vocabulary, as well as developing fluency and accuracy in spoken and written English. They learn how to express themselves clearly and concisely, discuss complex topics in depth, and use English in a variety of social and professional situations.
Date of approval of the curriculum: April 16, 2024