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Certificate in General English (Foundation)

CEF Reimbursable Course

CEF Reimbursable Course

Course Code
EN017B
Application Code
2175-1283AW
2180-2696AW
2180-2699AW... more Application Code

Credit
30
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
To be advised
Next intake(s)
Oct 2024
Duration
30 weeks
Language
English
Course Fee
HK$6,400
How to Apply

Highlights

The programme provides students with practice in fundamental English usage and skills-building through student-centred and graded learning activities such as speaking, writing, reading and listening to a variety of semi-authentic English texts. Upon successful completion of the Programme, students are expected to speak and write at a foundation level and be more confident when communicating in English. 

This 30-credit programme comprises one single module with 90-hour face-to-face lecture hours and a compulsory e-learning component.  Students should spend additional time and efforts in completing the assigned E-learning activities.

Upon successful completion of the Programme, students are expected to speak and write at a foundation level and be more confident when communicating in English.  Students should be able to:

  1. use grammar rules and patterns of use with some confidence;
  2. use appropriate vocabulary and common phrases in everyday communication;
  3. practise basic reading, listening and writing techniques for comprehension and short writing tasks; and
  4. present simple views and ideas on commonplace topics.

本課程提供基礎的英語語法練習和技能建設。學員能透過階段學習,訓練聆聽、說話、閱讀及寫作、語法及詞彙。

此三十學分的課程由一個單元構成,包含九十個課時及必修的網上學習部分。學員需利用課外時間完成網上學習活動。​成功完成課程後,學生應能擁有基礎的說話和寫作能力,並在用詞及基本語法方面有基本的掌握,使學員在運用英語交流時,更具信心。學生應能夠:

  1. 更自信地使用語法規則和句型;
  2. 於日常交流中使用適當的詞彙和常用短語;
  3. 實踐基本的閱讀和聽寫技巧,進行理解和短文寫作; 及
  4. 就常見話題,表達簡單觀點和想法。
學員成功完成*課程,可按香港大學體制,經香港大學專業進修學院頒授Certificate in General English 
(Foundation)。

*成功完成課程,學員需達到以下條件:
  • 出席率要求:上課出席率達70%或以上;及
  • 成績要求:完成所有考核項目(包括網上習作),並取得50%合格成績。
E-Learning Activities

In addition to face-to-face class lessons, students should take part in e-learning activities as self-study engagement.  These e-learning activities are available on HKU SPACE Online Universal Learning (SOUL2.0) platform which include supplementary online tasks related to course book content (grammar and vocab quizzes, listening comprehension, etc). This helps lay a good language foundation.

Assessment

Course participants' progress are measured through a number of assessment components including:

  • Class Participation and E-learning activities
  • In-class Assignments (Writing)
  • Language Knowledge Tests (Grammar and Vocabulary)
  • Oral Test  
Award

Students who successfully pass* the programme are eligible to the Certificate in General English (Foundation) award under the HKU System through HKU SPACE.

*By passing the programme, students have to meet the following:

  • Attendance requirement:  fulfil 70% of the total 90 face-to-face lecture hours; and
  • Performance requirement: complete and attain 50% in all assessment components.

The above programme, syllabus and assessments are prepared by the HKU SPACE English Language Programme Team.

Progression Path

After successful completion of the Certificate in General English (Foundation) programme, course participants may progress to the Certificate in General English (Introductory) or the  Certificate in English Language Skills (Introductory) programme.

The HKU SPACE General English Programme consists of seven-tier general English courses with each of the tiers becoming progressively more difficult:

Certificate in General English (Foundation)  

Certificate in General English (Introductory)  or
Certificate in English Language Skills (Introductory)  

Certificate in General English (Intermediate)  or
Certificate in English Language Skills (Intermediate)  

Certificate in General English (Upper Intermediate)  

Certificate in General English (Advanced)  

Diploma in General English  

Advanced Diploma in General English  

For more comprehensive information about HKU SPACE English services, please visit: http://hkuspace.hku.hk/interest/languages/english.

Programme Details

90 hours (30 meetings x 3 hours each; once per week)

Classes Now Open for Enrolment 
Application Code

Commencement /

(Application deadline)

Day / Time Venue
2175-1283AW

21 Mar 2024

Thursday,

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Kowloon East Campus, Kowloon Bay

2180-2696AW

3 Apr 2024

(23 Mar 2024)

Wednesday,

6:45 pm - 9:45 pm

Island East Campus, North Point

2180-2699AW

20 Apr 2024

(9 Apr 2024)

Saturday,

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Kowloon West Campus, Lai Chi Kok

Teaching & Teaching Venue

There is no guarantee that the teaching venue allocated for the entire course duration will be the same*. Depending on room availability, teaching venues may be different from those advertised.

* (1) Students with classes in United Christian College, Kowloon, should note that, in the case of closure of United Christian College, the lessons thus affected will be transferred to other centres available at the time of booking.

  (2) Due to unexpected circumstances, the need arise and approval sought from respective authorities, virtual classes may be conducted to replace the normal face-to-face teaching-learning.

Teaching Staff

Instructors of the courses are drawn from our panel of qualified and experienced English language teachers. Some of them are native speakers; others are local teachers with native speaker competence.

Note to Applicants 
  • Applications will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
  • Unless changes are made to the advertised details, we do not usually issue joining instructions. If your application has been accepted, you should go to the first session of the class at the time and place shown.
  • No refunds or transfers to a different class will be approved.
Non-Local Applicants / Non-Permanent Hong Kong Residents

The following non-local / non-permanent Hong Kong residents are eligible to study part-time English Language courses at HKU SPACE without making visa arrangements: 

(1)        those who study in Hong Kong and hold a student visa under HKU SPACE;
(2)        those who live in Hong Kong on a one-way permit (單程證); 
(3)        those admitted to Hong Kong as dependents; 
(4)        those issued with a valid working/employment visa; 
(5)        those who stay in Hong Kong under the Capital Investment Entrant Scheme; and
(6)        those issued with an Immigration Arrangement for Non-local Graduates (IANG) 

It is the responsibility of individual applicants to ensure that their permits/visas are valid and make appropriate visa arrangements before making payments. Upon course application, non-local applicants are required to show original copies of their permits and/or visas.

Application Code 2175-1283AW -
Start Date 21 Mar 2024 (Thu)
Application Code 2180-2696AW -
Start Date 03 Apr 2024 (Wed)
Application Code 2180-2699AW -
Start Date 20 Apr 2024 (Sat)

Duration
  • 30 meeting(s)
  • 3 hours per meeting

Progression Path

Fee

Course Fee
  • Course Fee : HK$6,400
  • Early Bird Rate : HK$6,200 (Application received on or before 17 February 2024)

Entry Requirements

Applicants shall:

  • have gained in the HKCEE Grade E (Syllabus B) or Grade D (Syllabus A) in English Language prior to 2007 or Level 1 in English Language from 2007; or
  • have gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 1 in English Language; or
  • have completed the course “Essential English” offered within the HKU system through HKU SPACE.

Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements or are unable to produce documentary proof(s) need to take the 90-minute General English Entrance Examination.

A non-refundable fee of $210 is required for taking this test. Applicants for the test should fill out the special application form for the General English Entrance Examination to take the exam on a date that suits them. We will send out letters offering places after the exam sessions in good time to allow applicants ample time for course enrolment. Applicants who take an early exam will have a better chance of getting a place at a centre and time of their choice. Applicants who take a later exam will have a limited choice of classes.

There is no guarantee that everyone who takes the General English Entrance Examination will be offered a place in any of the tiers of the HKU SPACE English Course. 

CEF

  • The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses
Certificate in General English (Foundation)
COURSE CODE 38C147991 FEES $6,500 (regular) or $6,300 (for early enrolment) ENQUIRY 2975-5741

Continuing Education Fund

The  Certificate in General English (Foundation) programme is registered with the Office of the Continuing Education Fund (OCEF) as a CEF reimbursable course.

For details, visit their website at: http://www.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef/.

Continuing Education Fund Continuing Education Fund
This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.

Certificate in General English (Foundation)

  • This course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework (QF Level [1])

Apply

Application Form Download Application Form

Enrolment Method
By Post / In Person

Applicants are required to complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26. Either take or post the completed form, along with the appropriate course fee and supporting documents, to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.

Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque or bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course fees in the form of a cheque, and supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/MasterCard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or MasterCard, including the “HKU SPACE MasterCard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE MasterCard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

Notes to Applicants
  1. For general and short courses, applicants may be required to pay the course fee in cash or by EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, Visa or MasterCard if the course is to start shortly.
  2. Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder’s credit card account.
  3. In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  4. Fees and places on courses cannot be transferred from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on approved transfers.
  5. Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
  6. For additional copies of receipts, please send a stamped, self-addressed envelope with a completed form and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to ‘HKU SPACE’. Such copies will only normally be issued at the end of a course.
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