Three Levels of Instruction

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Please note:

The levels offered per semester are dependent on the funding and enrollment that is available
per semester.

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Required Minimum TOEFL Scores for Each Cite Level

Beginning Level (SPCD 101/401)

The Beginning Level course focuses on survival English and is intended for those with little or no fluency in English. This course focuses on basic listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar skills. Below is a sample schedule for a Beginning Level class.

Intermediate Level (SPCD 102/402)

The Intermediate Level course is an integrated skills course in social and academic English. Designed for students who already speak, write and understand some English, the course emphasizes academic skills including listening and note-taking, reading, vocabulary development, grammar, and composition. In order to enroll in this course, students must submit a TOEFL score as listed on the "Required Minimal TOEFL Score" chart or have already passed the CITE Beginning course.

In some cases, CITE students can enroll in one other course at the university (for credit or for audit) in addition to the intermediate English course. Students may enroll in an additional university course only with the recommendation of the CITE director and the approval of the student's academic advisor. Below is a sample schedule for an Intermediate Level class.

Advanced Level (SPCD 103/403)

The Advanced Level course prepares students to communicate effectively in their academic area of specialization. Public speaking, reading and discussion, seminar presentations, and research paper writing are included in this course. Students wishing to enter the CITE at this level are asked to submit a TOEFL score as part of their application (please see the "Required Minimal TOEFL Score" chart).

Depending on his or her language proficiency, a student may be allowed to take regular university courses and CITE courses simultaneously. Students may enroll in additional university courses only with the recommendation of the CITE director and the approval of the student's academic advisor, however. Below is a sample for an Advanced Level class.