English - Writing Academic Research Papers C2
Module SZ0406
This module handbook serves to describe contents, learning outcome, methods and examination type as well as linking to current dates for courses and module examination in the respective sections.
Module version of SS 2022 (current)
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | ||
|---|---|---|
| SS 2022 | WS 2015/6 | WS 2012/3 |
Basic Information
SZ0406 is a semester module in language at Bachelor’s level and Master’s level which is offered every semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Catalogue of language courses as soft-skill courses
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 90 h | 30 h | 3 CP |
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
This is a process writing course during which students will study effective organization of written academic English incorporating discourse markers, topic sentences, and good paragraphing; study effective use of rhetorical structures appropriate to academic English: e.g. theme and rheme, nominalisation, use of passive, as well as register and style appropriate to target audience; and choose a topic commensurate with their interests/area of study and produce an abstract, a presentation and an academic research paper with the support of peers and tutor.
Learning Outcome
no info
Preconditions
Ability to begin work at at least the C1 level of the GER as evidenced by a score in the range of 60 – 80 percent on the placement test at www.moodle.tum.de. (Please check current announcements as the exact percentages may vary each semester.)
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
WS 2022/3
SS 2022
WS 2021/2
SS 2021
WS 2020/1
SS 2020
WS 2019/20
SS 2019
WS 2018/9
SS 2018
WS 2017/8
SS 2017
WS 2016/7
SS 2016
WS 2015/6
SS 2015
WS 2014/5
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE | 2 | English - Writing Academic Research Papers C2 | Hughes, K. |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Students will:
a) Research a topic and gather information pertinent to a self-chosen thesis/research question
b) Prepare a presentation outlining their chosen research question or thesis which they will have to defend orally
c) Work on their chosen topic with tutor support and regular tutorials
The tutor will:
a) Give short input presentations with accompanying language based activities (pair work, group work) at the beginning of each sessions in the first half of the course
b) Give regular tutorial support
a) Research a topic and gather information pertinent to a self-chosen thesis/research question
b) Prepare a presentation outlining their chosen research question or thesis which they will have to defend orally
c) Work on their chosen topic with tutor support and regular tutorials
The tutor will:
a) Give short input presentations with accompanying language based activities (pair work, group work) at the beginning of each sessions in the first half of the course
b) Give regular tutorial support
Media
Powerpoint presentations (student and lecturer generated); Audio and visual recordings from a variety of sources; printed handouts.
Literature
Handouts and selected extracts from published sources will be used in the course. Key literature will be advised by the teacher and/ or listed in the course description.
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
Performance, testing the learning outcomes specified in the module description, is examined by a cumulative portfolio of competence and action-oriented tasks. These include a 350-word abstract for an academic research paper (15%); a 15-minute oral “academic-conference-style” presentation of research and findings (35%); and complete an academic research paper of up to 5,000 words including references (APA/MLA style, 50%), in which they demonstrate an ability to critically engage in academic discourse, making use of rhetorical devices and conventions appropriate for their audience. The major assignment is based on multiple iterations of the academic research paper on which critical feedback has been given by the instructor.