English Department

Program Description

Duration
2 years

Location
On Campus

Academic Year
2023 – 2024

Introducing English Studies

IBU offers the English language studies which shall help build up general language proficiency to its students through listening, speaking, reading and writing, and provide the opportunity to acquire information and specialized knowledge through the English language to develop communicative language skills. Whether it is for professional, academic or personal reasons, understanding the English language will help you reach your goals.

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Curriculum for English

In line with the core values of the university, IBU’s English Department is committed to producing skillful students through the study of English language and its uses. The role of English language in academic settings is of vital importance to Ibrahim Barre University as the medium of instructions and examinations is English. For this reason, the English department is one of the important departments in the University. The department consists of the head of department and skilled dedicated teachers

Vision

Mission

  • “To achieve distinction in providing educational services in the English language at the undergraduate level”

“To support the overall education of its students by developing their understanding and use of the English language”

Aims and Objectives

Aims

The overall aim of the courses is: To enable the learner to communicate effectively and appropriately in real-life situations. To use English effectively for study purposes across the curriculum. To develop and integrate the use of the four language skills i.e. Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.

Objectives

The courses will enable students to learn: Get a full understanding of English grammar and vocabulary. Master the Mechanics of writing; the use of correct punctuation marks and capital letters. Engage in meaningful and stimulating conversations in English and also speak English with greater confidence. To emphasize strategies for reading a variety of texts in ways to improve reading vocabulary, and resources for increasing comprehension and also help to improve student's reading ability in reading clearly and carefully.

For more information about the English Courses offered at IBU please download the Pdf Handbook

English Handbook