Elective Credit-bearing Courses
2026-27 · From lower level (2xxx) to upper level (3xxx)
| GTCU2016 · English in the World Today (suitable for students of any year) | The rapid rise of English as a de facto world language — spoken by more non-native than native speakers. Become a more sophisticated and versatile user of English; understand different varieties of English (e.g. North America, Australia, Singapore); be more sensitive to the cultural assumptions of different speakers |
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| GTCU2025 · Gender, Language, and Creativity (Dr. Meilin CHEN · suitable for students of any year) | Understand how daily-life language reflects gender issues and stereotypes that are often implicit and unnoticed; review the historical development of gender studies in linguistics; investigate how gender and language correlate in real-life communication; develop in-depth reflections on gender roles and equality and foster linguistic creativity. Video introduction → |
| LANG2036 · English through Films and Short Stories (Dr. Rita Gill SINGH · suitable for students of any year) | Boost proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing through films and short stories; engage in rich viewing/reading, analysis, discussion, evaluation and writing activities; strengthen independent learning, critical thinking and imaginative responses; deepen understanding of life and society while enhancing cross-cultural awareness (aligns with HKBU Graduate Attributes) |
| LANG2037 · Advanced English Pronunciation for Professional Communication (Ms. Betty LI · suitable for students of any year) | Achieve advanced fluency, clarity and intelligibility across social, academic and professional contexts; master English vowels and consonants using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA); apply and analyse pronunciation features in real-world spoken discourse; understand a range of accents and refine spoken English through reflection and critique. Features fun class activities. Video introduction → |
| GCAP3056 · Taking a Stand: Turning Research Insights into Policy Recommendations (Dr Simon Wang, co-taught with Dr Benedict Rowlett · for Y3 students or above) | An award-winning General Education capstone course: identify a social problem and conduct research to develop persuasive arguments; share findings with stakeholders through written communication and outreach; engage in experiential learning, flipped classrooms and seminar discussions with leading figures in Hong Kong society. Video introduction → |
| Details | lc.hkbu.edu.hk/main/english-course/ → |
| Enquiries | Telephone: 3411 7589 Email: lc@hkbu.edu.hk |
Courses/workshops are open to UGC-funded undergraduate and postgraduate degree students as stipulated by the UGC. Classes may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.
