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English Language and European Culture

Start moment
September, February
Location
Venlo
ECTs
30
Language
English
Duration
1 semester

  • Programme in brief
  • What to expect from us
  • What do we expect from you
  • Content of the programme
  • Admission requirements
  • Scholarships
  • Fontys way of studying
  • Study coach

Programme in brief

In this programme we welcome you as exchange students from our partner institutes. Within this programme we aim to offer you a choice of courses in which to develop your confidence and skills in your use of the English language alongside subject specific courses related to our Business school and the cultural journey you are undertaking as an exchange student.

What to expect from us

We will offer you a variety of courses that you can choose from in order to make your own tailor made study programme based on the amount of credits you need. We will provide you with a supportive learning environment to enable your knowledge and in turn confidence in the use of English to grow. We offer you a stimulating and interactive classroom experience where you will participate in varied and interactive activities. You will have the chance to work in whole class and small group situations, in activities on and off campus whilst building upon and extending your international networks.

What do we expect from you

As an ELEC exchange student we expect you to be open to challenges and to the international setting you will be entering. We expect you to be open to the interactive teaching styles and activities offered to you and expect you to interact with both students and staff whilst taking your own responsibility for your learning. We expect you to be fully committed to the courses you have chosen, absorbing yourself in this cultural experience.

Content of the programme


For business majors and non–business majors
Create your own individual programme from the courses below

In this programme, we welcome you as exchange students from our partner institutes. Within this programme, we aim to offer you a choice of courses to develop your confidence and skills in your use of the English language alongside subject-specific courses related to our Business school and the cultural journey you are undertaking as an exchange student.

Fall 2023

Please note, when choosing the ELEC programme, students are expected to take either Beginners English or Cambridge English.

Available places in the courses are on a first come first serve basis.

Cambridge English – Business Result (advanced) 10 ECTS
IELTS score: 6.0 recommended
Maximum 20 students

Beginners English – Speaking skills 15 ECTS
No IELTS necessary
Maximum 16 students

Business English 2 ECTS
No IELTS necessary
Maximum 25 students

Dutch for beginners 2 ECTS
Maximum 25 students

German for beginners 2 ECTS
Minimum 8 students maximum 25 students

Marketing for beginners 5 ECTS
IELTS score: minimum 5.5
Maximum 25 students

Current Affairs 5 ECTS
IELTS score: 6.5 necessary
Maximum 10 students

Sustainability in European Business 5 ECTS
IELTS score: 6.5 necessary
Maximum 5 students

Culture 5 ECTS
No IELTS necessary
Maximum 25 students

International customer insights 6 ECTS
Only available to students doing Cambridge English
Maximum 5 students

International Events Management 6 ECTS
Only available to students doing Cambridge English
Maximum 5 students

Course descriptions

Admission requirements

This programme is for business majors and non-business majors.
Required English language levels are mentioned under content of the programme per course.



Scholarships

Fontys does not provide scholarships for its exchange students.

Fontys way of studying

At Fontys you will study in various ways. There are tutorials and lectures in classrooms with about 25 other students. In these sessions you will work in small groups or independently and depending on course choices, within a project team on your assignments. The campus offers a wide array of facilities to study alone or with a group. Here at Fontys, we believe that collaborative learning stimulates a hands on, independent way of working. At Fontys we believe in interaction. We like it when you ask questions during lectures and also outside lectures we are there for you.

Study coach

If you encounter problems regarding a certain subject, you can either speak to the lecturer involved or contact the exchange coordinator.