Certificate in English Language (Level 1)
1. Course Name
Certificate in English Language (Level 1)
2. Awarding Organisation
Edvantage Institute (Singapore)
Students who successfully complete the course will be awarded the Certificate in English Language (Level 1) by Edvantage Institute (Singapore).
3. Duration of Course
Full-Time: 5 weeks
Schedule: 5 days per week × 3 hours per day
4. Course Type
Full-Time Basis
5. Course Objectives and Learning Outcomes
Course Objective
The Certificate in English Language (Level 1) aims to build a strong foundation in English for learners aged 15 and above. The course focuses on the four key skills — Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing — through real-world, communicative tasks. It supports learners in developing confidence to use English effectively in daily life, academic contexts, and workplace situations.
Learning Outcomes
- Use greetings and polite expressions; introduce self and others.
- Describe daily routines and ask questions about time and frequency.
- Ask and respond to questions related to shopping, food, and preferences.
- Give and follow directions using appropriate prepositions and vocabulary.
- Talk about family, hobbies, and health conditions.
- Share experiences and express future plans using correct grammatical structures.
- Demonstrate understanding of key grammar, vocabulary, and communicative expressions in English.
6. Modules
| Week | Unit / Topic | Brief Description | Learning Outcomes | Mode of Learning |
| 1 | Greetings & Introductions | Learn basic greetings, introduce self/others, talk about nationality and occupation. | Use greetings and polite expressions; introduce self and others; identify countries and occupations. | Classroom-based |
| 2 | Daily Routines & Time | Describe daily routines, ask/tell time, use adverbs of frequency. | Describe routines; ask and answer questions about time and frequency. | Classroom-based |
| 3 | Shopping & Food | Learn vocabulary for food and shopping, make polite requests, ask about prices. | Ask/respond to questions when shopping; describe food preferences. | Classroom-based |
| 4 | Directions & Locations | Describe surroundings, ask/give directions, use prepositions of place. | Give/follow directions; describe locations accurately. | Classroom-based |
| 5 | Family, Hobbies & Health | Talk about family, hobbies, and health; use modals like can and should. | Express likes/dislikes and simple health concerns. | Classroom-based |
| 6 | Experiences, Future Plans & Review | Talk about past experiences and future intentions; final assessment and review. | Talk about past/future events; demonstrate overall language proficiency. | Classroom-based |
7. Manner of Instruction
Face-to-Face (Classroom Learning)
Lessons are conducted on campus at Edvantage Institute (Singapore).
8. Entry Requirements
- Minimum Age: 15 years and above
- Language Requirement: No prior English language background required
- Alternative Entry: Applicants who do not meet the above may sit for a placement test to determine suitable entry level.
9. Graduation Requirements
To be awarded the Certificate in English Language (Level 1), students must:
- Obtain an overall passing grade of 50% or higher
- Maintain a minimum attendance of 75%
10. Assessment and Examination
| Assessment Type | Schedule | Skills Assessed | Weightage | Mode of Assessment |
| Mid-Course Integrated Language Test | Week 3 | Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing | 40% | Written and oral test conducted in class |
| Final Integrated Skills Assessment | Week 5 | Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing | 60% | Oral and written assessments conducted face-to-face |
Grading Scale
| Grade | Marks |
| Distinction | 80 – 100 |
| Credit | 65 – 79 |
| Pass | 50 – 64 |
| Fail | 0 – 49 |
| Absent | Absent |