English Language

English Language programme is designed with a rigorous grounding in the mechanics of the English language. The English Department’s curricula provide all Universum students with a series of EFL courses as well as Academic Writing courses. Additionally, the proposed program offers degree-specific curricula that will provide English BA students with a range of career paths to explore. It will do this without funneling students into particular “streams”: coursework includes a menu of options including EFL pedagogy, journalism, English literature, and linguistics. The degree program thus offers a general approach to the pursuit of studies in English, and provides students with a broad exposure to employment options that they can explore over the course of their studies. The general aims of the English Programme are as follows:

Express ideas, opinions, and arguments in clear, grammatically sound spoken English.
Paraphrase, analyze, and critique scholarly writing.
Approach written discourse with keen critical thinking skills.
Critically analyze and explain linguistic terminology as it applies to Albanian and English languages.
Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences in English.
Apply analytical skill in writing and research projects
Practice different teaching methodologies in order to apply his/her knowledge

Curriculum

English language

Semester I
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration I	36	18	6
2	M	Study Skills	12	6	2
3	M	Albanian and English Phonetics and Phonology	36	18	6
4	M	Introduction to English Language Literature I	36	18	6
5	M	Writing Skills	36	18	6
6	E	Introduction to German Language I	36	18	6
7	E	Albanian Language - Morphology	36	18	6
Semester II
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration II	36	18	6
2	M	English Language Linguistics	36	18	6
3	M	Research Methodology	36	18	6
4	M	English Language Literature II	36	18	6
5	E	German language II	36	18	6
6	E	English for Specific Purposes	36	18	6
Semester III
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration III	36	18	6
2	M	English Language Morphology	36	18	6
3	M	Academic Writing	36	18	6
4	E	German Language III	36	18	6
5	E	Introduction to Translation and Interpretation	36	18	6
6	E	Introduction to Journalism	36	18	6
7	E	Marketing	36	18	6
Semester IV
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration IV	36	18	6
2	M	English Language Syntax	36	18	6
3	M	Internship and Career Orientation	36	18	8
4	E	Introduction to German language IV	36	18	6
5	E	Translation for Administration and Business	36	18	6
6	E	Literary Translation: Problems and Possibilities	36	18	6
7	E	Leadership and Debating	36	18	6
8	E	Web-based Journalism	36	18	6
Semester V
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration V	36	18	6
2	M	English Language Lexicology	36	18	6
3	M	Film Translation Workshop	36	18	6
4	E	German Language IV	36	18	6
5	E	Presentations and Public Speaking	36	18	6
6	E	Grant and Proposal Writing	36	18	6
7	E	Intercultural Understanding	36	18	6
8	E	Web-based Journalism	36	18	6
9	E	Project Management	36	18	6
Semester VI
Nr.	M/E	Subjects	L	E	ECTS
1	M	English Language Integration VI	36	16	6
2	M	Discourse analysis	36	18	6
3	M	Community Service Writing	36	18	6
4	M	Thesis/Capstone Project	300		10

Syllabuses of the Courses

Coming soon

Career Path

The employment barometer (2010, published on our website www.universum-ks.org) shows that currently one of the primary expertise for employment is the knowledge and professional use of English. A study conducted by the Career Office at our College (2013), confirms the belief that most employers value expertise in the English language as a necessary prerequisite for hire. Therefore, Universum proposes a program, which suits contemporary employment in English language workplaces: knowledge and expertise of the subjects in fluent spoken and written English. After the three-year trajectory, we expect our students to be able to be bale to perform tasks in various job opportunities that require to:

Conduct administrative work to the international plans and projects;
Contribute in administrative posts, articles, publications;
Be able to analyze media reports, publications and information both written and spoken;
Conduct Public Relations activities and illustrations;
Engage in oral and written translations in gatherings and occasions;
Be able to asses English proficiency in both written and spoken;

Dual Studies

Universum College offers dual studies, whereby students are offered full study funding, internships over three years and guaranteed employment in these companies in the departments of: Computer Science, Business and Management, German Language and Integrated Design.
So far, Universum College offers dual studies with these companies:

Fox Group
MySolutions
Vision Agency

Universum College has often been targeted by different institutions to form partnerships and professional collaborations, aiming to contribute to the economy and development of sectors. Hence, Universum College actively seeks qualitative and prestigious partners to launch and implement projects that foster positive changes, contribute to the development of society and enhance the skills and knowledge of young generations. Dual studies program enables students at Universum College to pursue academic degree studies while working in a company/institution of their relevant filed. This enables students to obtain both academic degrees and professional experience.

Universum College has redesigned its curricula according to the needs and demand of the local and global market. Universum College updated its curricula by bringing more innovative, practical as well as entrepreneurial subjects. Curricula is designed in cooperation with experts of the respective fields. Now courses offered at Universum College directly equip students with necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to work for significant companies and institutions.

Shortly, Universum College will launch other dual study programs with respective local and international companies.

International Scholarship

How to apply for an international scholarship?

Every student of Universum College can benefit from a full scholarship semester exchange at one of the 125 Universities in 26 European countries with which Universum College cooperates. To date, 297 Universum College students have studied full-time scholarships at the most prestigious Universities in Europe.

WHO CAN APPLY?

All students who are enrolled as students at Universum College can apply for exchange programs under Erasmus +.

Opportunities for study exchange are open for each study cycle:

– first study cycle (Bachelor or equivalent)

– second study cycle (Master or equivalent)

Please note that the exchange within Erasmus is done within the inter-institutional agreements between Universum and the host institutions (universities where you want to apply for a semester). This means that before you are able to apply, you should check if Universum College has a partnership with the university where you want to continue your studies. To do this, look at the list of universities we work with.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

– At least 5 exams completed at Universum College

– Active participation in activities organized by Universum College

– Knowledge of English (B1 or B2, as determined by the host university)

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

– English Language Certification (England Examination)

– Transcript of grades in English (you can get this from the student service)

– Copy of passports – 1 photo (300pix, size – 3 * 4 cm, file – .jpg)

Double degree

Under this program, students shall complete 2 years at Universum College and continue their third year at Mykolas Romeris University, which ranks in the top 5 among Lithuania’s 37 higher education institutions. Upon completion of studies in this program, students are provided with a Bachelor’s degree from Mykolas Romeris University and a second Bachelor’s degree from Universum College.

Through this unique opportunity, students are equipped with two internationally recognized degrees. Also, Mykolas Romeris Partner University offers our students an Erasmus + scholarship to complete a semester at a partner university in EU countries

Tutors

Tutoring services

The purpose of each tutorial is to help students develop strategies that help them strengthen their knowledge, develop transferable learning skills, and achieve academic success. The role of a tutor is to enable students to do their job using the best way of learning. The ultimate goal is to help students discover how he or she learns best and to help students develop their skills to achieve the best educational outcomes. If students need additional support and academic assistance tutors are informed. immediately. Thus, students’ academic performance is closely monitored

Teachers are supposed to learn just as much from their students as they teach them, and at Universum College this is certainly the case. Each of my tutoring lessons has been a collaborative process which is exactly what has made my time here so rewarding. The students’ curiosity and determination to learn are nothing but inspiring, and their passion for knowledge is unparalleled. But for all that I have taught them, they have returned with knowledge of their own. This way, I leave each lesson having both taught and been taught skills for the future. So, whilst I hope to have had an impact on my students’ journey, I can say for sure that they and the experience of tutoring at Universum have had an impact on mine.

Matthew Slack, Tutor

I think that learning foreign languages is a major investment for the future. Being a teacher in this field means offering your best for society, and this is exactly the opportunity that Universum College offered me as a tutor. I feel happy that through my profession as a tutor at Universum College, I managed to make a positive impact, both for myself and for others. In each of my lectures, except for offering, I also gained new knowledge and experiences. I feel very happy that at the end of each lecture, I say goodbye waiting impatiently to meet again soon. This, I can say fully convinced, is the greatest motivation.

Ulpiana Hetemi, Tutor

Student Activities

Comedy ``Mind Your Language``

The comedy “Mind Your Language” by the students of the English Language Department of Universum College aroused tremendous interest by filling the halls full of young people and the media in cities where it appeared such as Prishtina, Ferizaj, Mitrovica and Podujeva.

Verbal Boxing

The activity “Verbal Boxing” held in Prishtina and Ferizaj through the concept of showing a television program, managed to divide the roles (psychologists-parents-teachers) among students to create a debate, in order to strengthen communication skills in English .

Admission

The normal minimum entry requirements for a candidate to be eligible for admission to the College’s courses are set out in the General Entry Requirements contained in the Prospectus. However, the absolute minimum criteria for a student to be admitted to this academic program, is that all students are expected to have successfully completed high school and have passed the national test (matura). In addition, in order to be enrolled in our program, all applicants are required to bring the following documents:

Birth certificate
Diploma and secondary school certificate
Legalized documents issued by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Kosovo for all those who have completed their education outside of the Republic of Kosovo
Completing the application procedures at Universum College
The contract of the study program if they meet eligibility criteria

Message from Prof. Dr. Mejreme Ymeri

DIRECTOR OF ENGLISH AND GERMAN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT

Study Program

Bachelor study programs offered at Universum College last for three years (3 years) and consist of 180 ECTS credits or 60 ECTS credits per year. Students can obtain Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc) depending on their study programme.

Maximum extension	For papers and doctoral thesis: 10 A4 pages including text, tables, graphics, appendices and bibliographical references (cover included). For work in progress: 5-10 A4 pages (cover included).
Margins and line spacing	All margins of 2.50 cm. Single-line spacing. Source: Times New Roman.
First page: Text: Titles of epigraphs: Sub-picture titles:	According to template.
Summary:	Must be in English. According to template.
Keywords:	From 3 to 7 identifiers. According to template.
Headers:	According to template. On odd page: Job title (ellipses starting with the eighth word).
Feet of page:	Page numbering (Times New Roman, 9 points, bottom centered).
Enumerations:	Use of scripts only. Indent of 0.50 cm. Left and French bleeding of 0.45 cm.
Numbering of epigraphs:	Include the number of the main heading followed by a period and the number of the sub-heading followed by a new point.
Numbering of epigraphs: Tables (text or data) and Figures (graphics, diagrams or tables):	According to template. First line: Term ‘TABLE’ or ‘FIGURE’ (according to case) and its priority. Second line: Title corresponding to the chart or table in question. The tables must be explanatory by themselves.
References:	Use APA format (6th Edition).