English for Academic
Purposes (EAP)

We recognise that some MIS students bring subject knowledge and skills but benefit from support to achieve their full academic potential in examinations taken through the English language.

MIS has a highly effective programme of support for those students looking to transition from non-native speaker education through to a full international studies and examination programme.

The MIS intensive EAP programme teaches certain standards and techniques. In common with most language teaching EAP instruction teaches vocabulary, grammar and…

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Mandarin International School
190/1 Soi Ramkhamhaeng 68, Ramkhamhaeng Rd.,
Hua-mak, Bangkapi, Bangkok 10240

Opening Hours
Monday to Friday,
08.00 – 16.00 hrs.

English for Academic
Purposes (EAP)

We recognise that some MIS students bring subject knowledge and skills but benefit from support to achieve their full academic potential in examinations taken through the English language.

MIS has a highly effective programme of support for those students looking to transition from non-native speaker education through to a full international studies and examination programme.

The MIS intensive EAP programme teaches certain standards and techniques. In common with most language teaching EAP instruction teaches vocabulary, grammar and the four skills (reading, writing, speaking – including pronunciation – and listening) but these are tied to the study needs of students.

Students focus on learning the language in a short time and the intensity of this style of learning means that materials are more interesting as students quickly reach a higher level.

With key skills and vocabulary identified by each subject specialism, students are encouraged to develop independence in a range of academic tasks. They participate in seminars; lead classroom workshops; read and interpret a range of academic texts; take effective notes during lectures and class discussions; write essays; and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively.

We recognise that many students looking to join our MIS academic programmes are proficient users of English as a second language or beginner/intermediate English as an Additional Language (EAL).

These students bring subject knowledge and skills but benefit from support to achieve their full academic potential in examinations taken through the English language.

MIS has a highly effective programme of support for those students looking to transition from non-native speaker education through to a full international studies and examination programme.

At the start of the MIS admissions process student assessments identify a student’s level within Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and suggest appropriate placement within a multi-level programme.

A0        (Beginner)                   A1        (Elementary)                         A2           (Pre-Intermediate)

B1        (Intermediate)             B2        (Upper Intermediate)           C1           (Advanced)

The CEFR is an international standard for describing language ability. It describes language ability on a six-point scale, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for those who have mastered a language. This makes it easy for anyone involved in language teaching and testing, such as teachers or learners, to see the level of different qualifications.

Working within differentiated class groups, and with a specialized teaching team, each student follows a personalized programme of learning.

For some students the recommendation is to follow our intensive English for Academic Purposes (EAP) provision.

Within the supportive atmosphere of the MIS classrooms this programme sees students completing English as the main focus of their timetables; reaching the English language skills and confidence to achieve in an academic setting and demonstrating the acceptable levels of understanding and output required to access the mainstream studies and examination curriculum.

Progress and attainment will be measured by the students (CEFR) score recorded through Cambridge English exams.

Foundation                 Low level of English language                               A1 and A2

Intermediate               Good level of English language                             B1 and B2

Mainstream                Able to keep up with work set in class                 B2+

Students classed as Foundation learners must be immersed in the English language in the intensive English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course.

The MIS intensive EAP programme teaches certain standards and techniques. In common with most language teaching EAP instruction teaches vocabulary, grammar and the four skills (reading, writing, speaking – including pronunciation – and listening) but these are tied to the study needs of students.
Students focus on learning the language in a short time and the intensity of this style of learning means that materials are more interesting as students quickly reach a higher level.

Daily practice and repetition help the memorization of new words, phrases and expressions, and speeds up the process of mastering the language.

This course prepares students with the skills and strategies they need to make the transition to learning within the mainstream English language classrooms. With key skills and vocabulary identified by each subject specialism, students are encouraged to develop independence in a range of academic tasks. They participate in seminars; lead classroom workshops; read and interpret a range of academic texts; take effective notes during lectures and class discussions; write essays; and apply a range of learning strategies and research skills effectively.

At the end of the EAP session students are issued with an official transcript of their grades/attendance.

What takes place in the intensive EAP programme is just the beginning of the learning experience at MIS and a great preparation for students looking to transition to a full international studies and examination programme.

A whole school approach makes the learning of EAL students a focus of curriculum delivery within all classrooms with students having a clear understanding of what they need to achieve and what their language focus is.