English Language
Foundation Course
Course overview
The CAA English Language Foundation course equips students with the linguistic competencies and academic foundations necessary for admission to, and successful participation in, certificate, diploma, or bachelor’s degree programs delivered in English.
The course has been carefully designed two-semester program that prepares non-native English speakers for academic success in higher education. The curriculum focuses on developing essential language competencies within an academic framework, equipping students to meet the linguistic and cognitive demands of undergraduate study.
What you'll study
Designed as a comprehensive two-semester pathway, this program enables non-native English speakers to strengthen their academic language proficiency, critical thinking abilities, and study strategies.
Through targeted instruction and practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking within an academic context, students build the skills necessary to fully engage with the demands of higher education. Graduates will be well prepared to navigate the linguistic and intellectual challenges of undergraduate coursework and participate confidently in the academic community.
The content of the course may be subject to change. Curriculum content is provided as a guide.
- Academic vocabulary and grammar fundamentals
Listening comprehension for conversations and instructions
Basic and intermediate reading skills
Speaking practice for everyday interactions
Sentence and paragraph writing with focus on accuracy
Introduction to cultural aspects of English-speaking countries
Pronunciation and intonation for clarity
Listening and speaking fluency development
Vocabulary expansion through varied texts
Writing longer texts: essays, reports, creative pieces
Critical reading and argumentation skills
Exploration of literature, history, and contemporary culture
Preparation for advanced English study
Language learning and self-study strategies
Understanding assessment and progress tracking
Upon successful completion of this foundation course, students will be able to:
- Attain proficiency in all language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
- Develop academic vocabulary and language.
- Enhance communication skills for academic and social interactions.
- Gain confidence in participating in class discussions and debates and presenting academic topics.
- Improve critical thinking and analytical skills through reading and writing tasks.
Faculty
The dedicated educators who will guide and support you throughout your journey at CAA.
1997 - 2001, University of Szeged, Hungary
BA (Hons) English Language Teaching as an English Language Teacher
2021 - 2023, European University, Cyprus
MA Educational Administration and Leadership
2012 - 2015, University of South Wales, UK
BA (Hons) English with TESOL
2015 - 2016, University of Manchester, UK
MA Digital Technologies, Communication and Education
Facilities
Our specialist facilities include Stop Motion Studios with Dragonframe capture software and motion control rigs, Canon DSLRs and professional camera stands, and stages pre-rigged with grips, stands and lights that are controllable via Dragonframe.
The main design studio features individual workstations, traditional light boxes, Wacom Cintiq’s & Wacom tablets, line testers & batch scanners and PC / iMac computers throughout.
Our dedicated computer Lab has both PC and Mac Workstations with dual monitors and either a Wacom Cintiq or a Wacom Tablet on each device. All computers have the full Adobe Creative Suite as well as Toon Boom Harmony, Autodesk Maya & Davinci Resolve, while there’s also sound and editing equipment and a dedicated render farm on campus.
Entry requirements
As Cyprus’s only specialist Art, Media & Design Higher Education provider, we want to attract the best and most creative minds, so we take a balanced approach to candidate assessment, taking both individual portfolios and exam results into account.
That’s why your portfolio is an especially important part of your application to study with us; and we can help.
Our academics can offer you expert advice on how to showcase your creative work and build a portfolio that will make your application stand out.
Along with your portfolio, the standard entry requirements for this course are:
- 112 UCAS tariff points from accepted qualifications
or - Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
or - Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma
or - Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
or - 112 UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in appropriate subject.
- Secondary School leaving Certificate e.g. Apolytirion.
And four GCSE (or equivalent) passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply.
If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.Â
Apply Now
For further info. on Student Visa’s, how to Apply or any other queries you may have regarding CAA please call our Admissions Team on +357 7000 52 50 or fill in the contact form below and a member of staff will contact you as soon as possible.