Reading: Develop the ability to understand, analyze, and interpret academic and everyday texts using effective reading strategies.
English 101
Course Overview
Build the English language skills you need to succeed in university and beyond.
English 101 is a fully online, self-paced course aligned with the CEFR B1 level, designed to help you develop the confidence and academic communication skills required for English-medium higher education. Through interactive learning activities, multimedia resources, practical exercises, and authentic learning tasks, you will strengthen your reading, writing, listening, and communication skills across 15 structured modules — anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Regular self-check quizzes let you practice and get instant feedback along the way, with no impact on your final grade.
Your learning journey concludes with a secure, on-campus final assessment, with exam sessions offered throughout the semester so you can choose the time that best fits your schedule. For eligible conditionally admitted learners, achieving a minimum grade of C (70%) in this course satisfies HBMSU's English language proficiency requirement, removing the admission condition and providing a flexible, on-campus pathway to continuing your academic studies without needing an external test.
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
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Read and interpret academic and everyday texts using effective reading strategies.
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Write clear, well-structured paragraphs and short academic texts using appropriate grammar and vocabulary.
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Develop listening skills to understand presentations, conversations, and multimedia content.
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Expand your academic and professional vocabulary for effective communication in real-world contexts.
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Apply English grammar accurately and confidently in your writing.
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Communicate ideas clearly in academic, workplace, and everyday situations.
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Develop independent learning, critical thinking, and digital learning skills to support university success.
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Build the English language proficiency required for undergraduate study at HBMSU, aligned with CEFR B1 standards.
Skills
Listening: Build listening skills to understand presentations, conversations, and multimedia content with confidence and accuracy.
Language Use: Improve your ability to express ideas clearly and effectively in academic, professional, and everyday situations.
Writing: Strengthen your grammar knowledge and writing skills to produce clear, accurate, and well-structured academic texts.
Learning Experience Highlights
- 100% Online & Self-Paced
- Aligned with CEFR B1 Standards
- Learn Anytime, Anywhere
- 15 Structured, Skill-Building Modules
- Interactive Multimedia Learning
- Real-World English Communication
- Instant Practice & Feedback (Formative — No Impact on Final Grade)
- Flexible Learning Schedule with Choice of Exam Session
- Secure On-Campus Final Assessment
- Pathway to Meeting HBMSU's English