- About the program
- Subjects
Certificate awarded
Bachelor of Education
Major
Program outcomes
Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the language, with the ability to analyze, explain, and interpret its components, and to address individual differences among learners.
Being able to design and utilize innovative teaching aids effectively.
Possessing the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
Being able to analyze and focus in order to achieve intended educational objectives.
Being capable of identifying and solving problems and overcoming difficulties.
Program objectives
- Preparing qualified educational personnel in the field of English language teaching.
- Developing students’ abilities in various linguistic and pedagogical skills.
- Training students in organized teamwork and encouraging their contribution to community service.
- Developing students’ creative thinking abilities, self-evaluation skills, and critical thinking skills.
- Training students to prepare research papers and reports in the field of language teaching.
Job Market
- Teaching at different levels of general education.
- Working in private schools and institutes.
- Basic translation and language editing.
- Working in training centers.
- Pursuing postgraduate studies.
Description
Preparing specialized English language teachers who possess high-level linguistic, pedagogical, and research skills, and are capable of effective teaching.
Program content
Duration
8 Terms
General credits
16
Elective credits
4
Compulsory credits
127
Total credits
134
| Subject code | Subject name | Credits | Subject type | Subject prerequisites |
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| AR100 | Arabic language 1 | 2 | General | - |
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Students apply the rules, especially the principles of writing, during the lecture, which are as follows: . The word: its meaning and its divisions - Noun, verb and a letter signs. - . Types of nouns, types of verbs - . Types of nouns, types of verbs - .Al-Ta'a Al-Morbouta and Al-Ta'a Al-Maftoha'ah - The difference between close letters. - - Elementary Hamza (section at the beginning of the word, and linking) definition, drawing method, pronunciation, location, originality and addition, placements, the rule of distinction between the two ( types of Hamza). - General applications on the vocabulary of the course through the texts of the Holy Qur’an, the Prophet’s Sunnah, and the eyes of poetry and prose, provided that their number is not less than ten texts, which the student is required to have, provided that exam questions do not deviate from them. |
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| IS100 | Quranic Studies 1 | 2 | General | - |
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In the classroom, students study the aspect of faith as follows: - the meaning of religion and the need of people for it, and the most important characteristics of the Islamic religion. B- Faith and action. - Increase and decrease of faith. - Deprivation of faith. C- Pillars of faith. First: Belief in God Almighty. - The existence of God and the evidence for him - the meaning of the monotheism of God. - Attributes of Allah Almighty. - The Beautiful Names of Allah. Second: Belief in angels: their truth, attributes, and functions. Third: Belief in the heavenly books and introducing them. Fourth: Belief in the Messengers: The difference between the Prophet and the Messenger. Prophecy is a blessing. The number of Messengers. - The (Olo Alazem) .- The attributes due to the messengers .- The virtue of our Prophet Muhammad - may God's peace and blessings be upon him - .- The generality of his message and that he is the last prophet that came to spread the message of Islam .- The obligation to love him .- The measure by which his love is known. Fifth- Belief in (Alyawm AlAkher): - the minor and major Signs of the Hour. - Conditions of the other world: conditions of death and isthmus – (Resurrection - Hashr - Intercession - Presentation and calculation - Balance - Basin - Path - Paradise - Hell. Sixth: Belief in predestination and destiny. - The meaning of destiny and predestination. - The meaning of belief in predestination. - The advantage of faith in predestination. - Satisfaction with predestination does not contradict the introduction of reasons. - Man is responsible for his actions and invoking predestination is misguidance. |
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| CS100 | Computer Science (1) | 2 | General | - |
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The course aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of computers, including hardware and software components, and to develop their skills in using computers and dealing with operating systems and basic applications. The course also introduces core concepts of information technology and the ethics of its use. Course Content Includes: The concept of computers and their development Computer components (Hardware & Software) Operating systems and their basic functions Uses of computers in daily life and education Basic use of the keyboard and mouse Introduction to computer applications (word processing and presentations) Principles of information security and safe computer use Ethics of using technology |
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| EPSY100 | 2 | General | - | |
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| ENG102 | Grammar I | 4 | Compulsory | - |
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This course aims to provide students with basic English grammatical structures and their correct usage. |
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| ENG103 | Reading Comprehension I | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course develops basic reading comprehension skills through simple English texts. |
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| ENG104 | Listening and Speaking I | 4 | Compulsory | - |
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This course develops basic listening and speaking skills through everyday communicative situations. |
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| ENG105 | Writing I | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course trains students to write correct sentences and short paragraphs in English. |
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| ENG106 | Phonetics I | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course studies English speech sounds and their articulation. |
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| NL100 | National Culture | 2 | General | - |
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This course aims to introduce students to their country’s identity, history, values, heritage, and challenges, in order to strengthen national belonging and unity. It also seeks to unify perspectives and foster a sense of shared identity in facing external challenges. Topics include national history, heroes, popular proverbs, beliefs, and the objectives of colonialism and how to confront it, according to the descriptions provided by various universities. |
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| AR101 | Arabic Language (2) | 2 | General | AR100 |
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Students apply grammatical rules, with special emphasis on the principles of writing during lectures. The course covers: Sentence structure and syntax, including declension and indeclinable nouns, verbs, and particles. Cases of declension and their original and derived markers. Applications of the initial hamza. Rules for the medial and final hamza. The soft alif (alif laynah). Administrative writing, including requests—their contents, formulation, and models such as university requests, job applications, transfers, advances, etc. General applications of the course vocabulary are provided through texts from the Qur’an, the Prophetic Sunnah, and selected masterpieces of poetry and prose, with a minimum of ten texts. Students are required to study these texts, and examination questions will not include texts outside of them. |
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| IS101 | Quranic studies2 | 2 | General | IS100 |
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Students study in the classroom the aspect of worship and the study includes the following: - Worship concept and objectives. - Purity: its definition, divisions and rulings: pure objects and unclean objects - what is permissible to eat and wear and what is not permissible - water, its divisions and rulings. - Ablution: its definition, conditions, statutes, Sunnahs, mustahabbah, makrooh and contradictions. - Wiping over the socks. - Ghusl: its obligations, conditions, statutes, Sunnahs, mustahabbah, and types.- Things that prevent the smaller and larger event - Wiping on the cast. - Tayammum: its causes, conditions, pillars, Sunnahs, mustahabbat, and contradictions. - Prayer: its times, conditions, statutes, Sunnahs, and invalidations. |
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| CS101 | Computer Science (2) | 2 | General | CS100 |
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course aims to develop students’ advanced computer skills by introducing fundamental programming concepts, advanced computer applications, and the basics of networks and the Internet. The course emphasizes logical thinking, problem-solving using technology, and adherence to digital ethics. Course Content Includes: Review of computer fundamentals Basic programming concepts (algorithms and flowcharts) Introduction to programming languages Advanced computer applications (spreadsheets and databases) Basics of computer networks The Internet and its services Information security and digital safety Ethics of technology use |
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| ST100 | Principles of Educational Statistics | 2 | General | - |
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This course aims to introduce students to the basic statistical concepts and principles used in the educational field and to help them understand and analyze educational data in a simple and scientific manner. It covers types of data, methods of data collection, organization, and presentation using tables and graphs, as well as measures of central tendency and dispersion. The course also focuses on the application of statistics in educational research, reading and interpreting statistical results, and using them in evaluating the educational process and making appropriate educational decisions. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ quantitative thinking skills in a way that serves the kindergarten specialization and educational research. |
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| ENG111 | Phonetics II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG106 |
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This course studies stress, intonation, and rhythm in English pronunciation. |
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| ENG110 | Writing II | 4 | Compulsory | ENG105 |
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This course develops paragraph and short essay writing skills. |
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| ENG109 | Listening and Speaking II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG104 |
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This course enhances oral communication skills in various situations. |
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| ENG108 | Reading Comprehension II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG103 |
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This course develops analytical reading comprehension of intermediate texts. |
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| ENG107 | Grammar II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG102 |
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This course focuses on intermediate English grammatical structures. |
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| EPSY202 | Curriculum Foundations | 2 | General | - |
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The course description aims to help students recognize the importance of studying curriculum science and become familiar with the concepts related to the school curriculum. It enables students to compare the main trends regarding the concept of the school curriculum, its theories, historical stages, and the factors involved in its development and improvement. Students gain an understanding of the components of the school curriculum system and its Islamic foundations. They acquire the skill of formulating educational objectives and understand the extent of integration and interrelationship among the processes of curriculum development. The course helps students recognize the foundations of school curriculum construction and provides them with the knowledge and skills necessary to analyze school curricula. It also enables them to compare different organizational patterns of curriculum design. In addition, students become aware of the significant responsibility placed on them as future teachers in implementing the curriculum, recognize the importance of curriculum evaluation and development, and understand the importance of their role as teachers in the process of curriculum evaluation and improvement. |
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| AR200 | Arabic Language (3) | 2 | General | AR101 |
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Students apply grammatical rules, with special emphasis on the principles of writing during lectures. The course covers the verbal sentence, rules of numbers, deletion and addition of certain letters, applications of hamza rules, punctuation marks, and dictionary usage. It also includes report writing and, in particular, writing formal requests, with practical application on how to write standard job application letters. In addition, general applications are provided on the course vocabulary through selected texts from the Holy Qur’an, the Prophetic Sunnah, and masterpieces of poetry and prose, with no fewer than ten texts. Examinations are based on texts other than those studied. |
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| EPSY200 | Educational Psychology | 2 | General | EPSY100 |
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This course examines the application of psychological principles to teaching and learning, learner characteristics, learning motivation, and strategies for improving educational performance. |
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| ENG201 | Grammar III | 2 | Compulsory | ENG107 |
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This course aims to develop students’ understanding of intermediate and advanced English grammar, with a focus on accurate grammatical usage in various written and communicative contexts. |
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| ENG202 | Reading Comprehension III | 2 | Compulsory | ENG108 |
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This course develops critical reading and analysis skills through advanced English texts. |
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| ENG203 | Listening and Speaking III | 4 | Compulsory | ENG109 |
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This course develops discussion, presentation, and interactive speaking skills. |
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| ENG204 | Writing III | 4 | Compulsory | ENG110 |
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This course develops descriptive and analytical writing skills in English. |
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| ENG205 | Theoretical Linguistics I | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course introduces basic concepts and branches of theoretical linguistics. |
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| EPSY201 | General Teaching Strategies | 2 | General | EPSY101 |
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This course examines general teaching and learning strategies, effective instructional methods, and the development of planning, implementation, and assessment skills in educational settings. |
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| EPSY101 | Foundations of Education | 2 | General | - |
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This course examines the philosophical, social, and psychological foundations of education and their role in guiding educational processes, objectives, and curricula. |
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| AR201 | Arabic Language (4) | 2 | General | AR200 |
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In this course, students apply grammatical rules, with a special focus on the principles of writing during lectures. The course covers the following: Nominal Sentences Applications of rules related to numbers Interrogative sentences Separation and connection in sentences Learning how to write general letters Applications of previously studied spelling rules and punctuation marks Common mistakes in writing Understanding the linguistic and spelling benefits Exercises on how to prepare properly formulated questions, including correct language and appropriate punctuation Practice on writing numbers in words General applications of course vocabulary through texts from the Qur’an, Prophetic Sunnah, and selected masterpieces of poetry and prose, with a minimum of ten texts. The exams will not include these specific texts. |
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| ENG206 | Creative Writing I | 2 | Compulsory | ENG204 |
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This course develops creative writing and literary expression skills in English |
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| ENG207 | Theoretical Linguistics II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG205 |
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This course explores advanced linguistic theories and issues. |
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| ENG208 | Introduction to Literature | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course introduces basic literary concepts and selected texts. |
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| ENG209 | Listening and Speaking IV | 2 | Compulsory | ENG203 |
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This course develops fluency and accuracy in spoken English. |
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| ENG210 | Reading Comprehension IV | 2 | Compulsory | ENG202 |
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This course focuses on in-depth analysis of advanced academic texts. |
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| ENG211 | Grammar IV | 2 | Compulsory | ENG201 |
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This course focuses on advanced English grammar and functional usage. |
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| EPSY301 | Educational Research Methods | 2 | General | - |
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This course aims to introduce students to the concepts of educational scientific research and its importance in developing the educational process. It addresses the nature, types, and stages of educational research, formulating research problems, objectives, questions or hypotheses, as well as research variables and methodologies. The course also focuses on data collection tools such as questionnaires, observation, tests, and interviews, and methods of data analysis and interpretation of results, with emphasis on research ethics. The course seeks to develop students’ skills in conducting educational research and applying research findings to improve educational practices, particularly in early childhood education |
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| EPSY302 | Educational Measurement and Evaluation | 2 | General | ST100 |
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The course introduces the following concepts: psychological measurement, educational evaluation, tests, and assessment. It focuses on identifying the relationships between these four concepts, understanding validity and reliability as essential conditions for measurement and evaluation, and learning about the different types of achievement tests. |
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| ENG301 | Academic Writing | 2 | Compulsory | ENG204 |
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This course develops academic and research writing skills in English. |
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| ENG302 | Special Research Methods | 2 | Compulsory | EPSY201 |
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This course aims to introduce students to specialized research methods in the fields of education and linguistics related to English language studies, focusing on research design, data collection and analysis, and writing research reports according to scientific standards. |
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| ENG303 | Syntactic Structures I | 2 | Compulsory | ENG211 |
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This course studies basic syntactic structures and sentence analysis. |
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| ENG304 | Advanced Reading I | 2 | Compulsory | ENG210 |
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This course analyzes advanced literary and academic texts. |
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| ENG305 | Advanced Listening and Speaking | 2 | Compulsory | ENG209 |
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This course develops advanced oral communication and presentation skills. |
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| ENG306 | Applied Linguistics | 2 | Compulsory | ENG207 |
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This course applies linguistic theories to English language teaching and learning |
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| EPSY303 | Instructional Technology | 2 | General | EPSY201 |
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This course aims to introduce students to the concept of educational technologies and their importance in the teaching and learning process. It covers types of instructional media, the use of computers and multimedia in education, the design and production of instructional materials, and the application of modern technologies in education, while developing skills in self-learning and e-learning. |
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| ENG308 | Introduction to Translation | 2 | Compulsory | - |
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This course introduces basic principles and techniques of translation. |
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| ENG309 | Syntactic Structures II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG303 |
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This course studies advanced syntactic structures in English. |
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| ENG310 | Specialized Teaching Strategies I | 2 | Compulsory | ENG302 |
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This course focuses on specific strategies for teaching English. |
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| ENG312 | Advanced Reading II | 4 | Elective | ENG304 |
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This course aims to develop students’ advanced reading skills in English through the analysis of diverse academic and literary texts, enhancing critical comprehension skills, identifying main ideas, and evaluating content. |
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| ENG401 | History and Varieties of the English Language | 2 | Elective | - |
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This course examines the historical development of the English language and explores its different varieties and uses. |
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| ENG313 | Creative Writing II | 4 | Elective | ENG206 |
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This course aims to develop students’ advanced creative writing skills in English, focusing on the production of various literary texts such as short stories and creative essays, and enhancing personal style and artistic expression. |
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| ENG316 | Teaching English to Young Learners | 2 | Elective | - |
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This course introduces principles and methods of teaching English to young learners, focusing on learner characteristics and the use of appropriate interactive activities. |
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| ENG319 | Grammatical Structures III | 4 | Elective | ENG309 |
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This course aims to deepen students’ understanding of advanced grammatical structures in English, focusing on the analysis of complex sentences and the accurate use of grammar in academic and communicative contexts. |
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| EPSY401 | Psychological Health | 2 | General | EPSY202 |
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This course aims to introduce students to the concept of mental health and its importance in an individual’s life, and to help them understand themselves and others more effectively. The course addresses the basic principles of mental health, the concept of psychological adjustment, and ways of dealing with psychological stress and everyday problems. It also focuses on the role of mental health in the educational environment, the importance of promoting it among students, fostering positive attitudes, and building a psychologically and socially balanced personality |
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| EPSY400 | School Administration | 2 | General | - |
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This course aims to introduce students to the concept and importance of school administration. It covers basic administrative functions such as planning, organizing, directing, and controlling, management of teachers and students, educational leadership, decision-making, and building relationships within the school and the local community to enhance the educational process. |
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| ENG405 | Methods of Language Teaching | 2 | Compulsory | ENG302 |
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This course aims to introduce students to the principles and methods of teaching the English language, with a focus on language acquisition theories, teaching techniques for different language skills, lesson planning, classroom management, and the use of instructional aids and modern educational technologies. |
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| ENG406 | English Literature II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG208 |
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This course studies selected works from modern English literature, focusing on literary analysis of language, style, and themes |
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| ENG407 | Special Teaching Strategies II | 2 | Compulsory | ENG310 |
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This course aims to deepen students’ knowledge of advanced strategies for teaching English, with a focus on lesson planning, selecting appropriate strategies for different language skills, addressing individual differences among learners, and integrating modern educational technologies into the teaching process. |
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| ENG408 | Teaching Applications | 2 | Compulsory | ENG302 |
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This course aims to provide students with practical experience in teaching English by applying educational theories and modern teaching methods in classroom settings, and by developing lesson planning, classroom management, and the effective use of instructional aids and educational technologies. |
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| EPSY402 | Teaching Practicum | 4 | General | - |
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This course aims to provide students with practical teaching experience through field training in educational institutions. It focuses on applying educational theories and teaching methods in real classroom settings, developing skills in lesson planning, implementation, and assessment, and fostering positive professional attitudes toward the teaching profession. |
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| ENG409 | Graduation Project | 4 | Compulsory | - |
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Students are required to conduct an applied educational research project addressing a real educational problem using scientific methodology under academic supervision. |
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| ENG402 | Academic Writing II | 4 | Elective | ENG301 |
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This course aims to develop students’ advanced academic writing skills in English, with a focus on research papers and academic reports, organization of ideas, proper academic style, and accurate use of academic referencing conventions. |
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