Brief Course Description
1. Course Title:
English for Tourism and Hospitality
2. Language of Instruction:
English
3. Course Code:
ENG513048
4. Credits:
3
5. Course Objectives:
This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive range of English language knowledge and skills for the tourism and hospitality industry, covering both fundamental and advanced aspects. Students will strengthen and expand their specialised vocabulary, enhance their proficiency in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) within professional contexts, and develop the ability to apply English in communication, presentations, negotiations, and problem-solving in real-world tourism and hospitality business settings. The course also fosters critical thinking, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities, while providing a solid foundation for students to enter the international job market or pursue further academic research in this field.
6. Brief Description of Course Content:
This course offers systematically designed learning and practice activities aimed at developing students’ comprehensive academic skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing, within the context of tourism and hospitality. Through lectures, seminars, practical activities, and simulated scenarios, students will enhance their ability to process information, participate in discussions, and deliver effective presentations. The course content emphasises the expansion and application of specialised vocabulary, supplemented by carefully selected listening and reading materials from reputable sources in the tourism and hospitality field. Additionally, the course maintains close alignment with other modules in the programme, providing students with a solid linguistic foundation to pursue advanced courses and apply their skills effectively in professional settings.