GUIDES TO THE UNIVERSITY
2010-2011 A.Y.
Master of Science Programs (2-y)
3.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
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3.1.
The Common European Framework
To classify language competence levels, Università Bocconi follows the Common European Framework established by the Council of Europe.
An outline of the language skills relevant to each level are available on the website in the Language Centre section. Last change 10/06/2010 14:47 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.2.
Program structure position
The program requirements of all Master of Science Programs in the fields of study 'Management' and 'Economics' (respectively LM/77and LM/56) include 2 European Union languages. Last change 22/07/2010 16:14 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.3.
Method of choosing foreign languages
The choice of foreign languages follows the same criteria for both first and second languages, depending on:
The table below shows first and second language options:
(***)Starting from the 2010-2011 academic year the Portoguese language will no longer be included in the educational offer.
Students can change languages in first and second year of studies, as follows:
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3.4.
Exit levels
Exit levels are set according to language area and the language in which the lessons are taught (Italian or English). If there are two exit levels, it is up to the students to choose.
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3.5.
Entry levels
On the basis of the requirements for the Master of Science program (described in the course profiles and in the course syllabuses) exit levels (see "Exit levels"), the University sets the minimum foreign language requirement in order to complete the educational path in time.
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3.6.
Language learning paths
The teaching activities for studying languages offered by the Language Centre include curricular courses for all languages(*) at the following levels:
Curricular courses last one year of studies. Each course begins at the start of the II semester in the first year and finishes at the end of the I semester in the second year for a total of 72 hours of lessons. Last change 22/07/2010 16:15 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.7.
Languages for Double Degrees
Double Degree programs involve the participation of both students enrolled at Università Bocconi and students enrolled at partner institutions (incoming students). For those students who are enrolled at Università Bocconi the rules regarding foreign languages are indicated herein (see "Foreign languages").
Method of choosing foreign languages The table below shows first and second language choices.
(*) 1 of the 2 languages must be Italian
Exit levels The exit levels for all MSc programs require business level for the language of specialization:
If more than one exit level is available, it is up to the students when registering for the exam via Punto Blu to choose. Last change 01/06/2010 08:00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.8.
Method of assessing foreign language knowledge
Language knowledge is assessed by one of the following methods:
The services offered by the Language Centre are designed to assist students in developing self study methods, inform on exam assessment methods and provide a range of materials available for use from the language laboratories. The services are available to all students (those taking Bocconi exams or preparing for international certifications).
Students who meet the requirements (as mentioned above), and opt for the exemption, must present the request at the Academic Affairs Division Desk in the period 2 August - 30 September 2010 and 10-31 January 2011. International certifications Students can choose to take one of the international certification exams among those suggested by the University for the MSc programs instead of the Bocconi exam (see the website at www.unibocconi.eu/languagecentre in.Exams-Certificates The registration of the result in the student's academic career , after being converted into a mark out of thirty, will be made by the Secretary’s Office of the Language Centre upon presentaion of the original certification. International certifications can be presented from the first year of studies. With regards to certifications, students must take the exam through an official Examination Centre, either in Italy or abroad. Students are responsible for the costs associated with sitting the exams for international certifications. For the purpose of registering international certifications in the academic career, certifications are valid for a period of three years from the date of issue (except for some international tests which are valid for less time , see www.unibocconi.eu/languagecentre in Exams-Certificates). The certifications presented as language prerequisites for admission to class groups taught in English can also be used as an alternative to the Bocconi exam. These certifications can only be submitted if they satisfy the exit level requirement and program contents and are among those recognized by the University (upon presentation of the certifications to the Secretary’s Office of the Language Centre). For some exit levels there is not an indication of the corresponding certifications because some of they are not offered by authorities recognized by Università Bocconi. Last change 23/07/2010 15:40 |