Intensive English Pathway

Class Information

Our pathway program runs on SIUE’s semester schedule, and students will need to enroll in the program in order to receive an I-20 from SIUE. Existing SIUE students are welcome to join one or two classes of their choosing if they have already submitted minimum required English proficiency scores. We offer a variety of classes: Listening and Speaking, Reading and Writing, Grammar, and Vocabulary. Graduate students benefit from our specialized Research and Academic writing course, as well.

The IEP is also open to community members who do not intend on being an SIUE student. In this case, you may choose to study a specific language skill for non-credit. Please contact the IEP for further information on this option.

Our curriculum builds upon students' skills level by level and follows the course maps below:

Undergraduate Course Map

Intensive English Program

Entry requirement: TOEFL 45-60, IELTS 5.0 (minimum subscores of 4.5 required), or Duolingo 80-90

• First Semester: 4 IEP Courses (12 credit hours)
• Second Semester: 1-3 Pathway Courses, 1-2 Academic Courses, 1 FST Course
• Third Semester: Full-time Degree Program

Intermediate Pathway

Entry requirement: TOEFL 61-71, IELTS 5.5 (minimum subscores of 5.0 required), or Duolingo 95-105

• First Semester: 1-3 Pathway Courses, 1-2 Academic Courses, 1 FST Course
• Second Semester: Full-time Degree Program

Graduate Course Map

Intensive English Program

Entry requirement: TOEFL 45-60, IELTS 5.0 (minimum subscores of 4.5 required), or Duolingo 80-90

• First Semester: 4 IEP Courses (12 credit hours)
• Second Semester: 4 Advanced IEP Courses, 1 Prerequisite Course (as required by department)
• Third Semester: 1-2 Advanced Pathway Courses, 1-2 Academic Courses

Advanced Intensive English Program

Entry requirement: TOEFL 61-71, IELTS 5.5 (minimum subscores of 5.0 required), or Duolingo 95-105

• First Semester: 4 Advanced IEP Courses, 1 Prerequisite Course (as required by department)
• Second Semester:1-2 Advanced Pathway Courses, 1-2 Academic Courses
• Third Semester: Full-time Degree Program

Advanced Pathway

Entry requirement: TOEFL 72-78, IELTS 6.0 (minimum subscores of 5.5 required), or Duolingo 110-115

• First Semester: 1-2 Advanced Pathway Courses, 1-2 Academic Courses
• Second Semester: Full-time Degree Program

*Note: The number of pathway classes for students will be determined by the IEP Director in consultation with the respective academic department.

Classes

Listening and Speaking (5 credit hours)

Students develop their academic skills in listening and speaking, and their study skills. Through college lectures, they practice note-taking, focused attention, intensive listening and vocabulary building. Public speaking and interpersonal exchanges are also emphasized in this class through activities such as role-play, in-class debates and student-tailored exercises.

Reading and Writing (5 credit hours)

Students develop their academic skills in reading, writing and critical thinking. Through academic readings, students practice reading comprehension, note-taking, and critical reflection and response. Writing models are demonstrated as students learn how to write complex sentences, cohesive paragraphs and researched argumentative essays preparing them for their degree’s academic coursework.

Grammar (1 credit hour)

Students develop their grammar knowledge in order to build their verbal and written fluency and accuracy. Grammar is taught in fun and interactive ways, pushing students to practice language in specific life and school contexts.

Vocabulary (1 credit hour)

Students increaase their vocabulary knowledge by building new lexicon in both verbal and written practice. Vocabulary is taught in dynamic and practical contexts, using real-life scenarios to practice usage.

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