HKU SPACE

For more and latest programme information, please visit our website 有關最新課程資訊及詳情,請瀏覽學院網站 hkuspace.hku.hk Minimum Entry Requirements 基本入學要求(P.017) Fee 學費 Duration 修業期 Medium of Instruction 教學語言 Qualifications Framework 資歷架構 Exemption 豁免 Short Course 短期課程 See legend on page 031 圖像說明於第031頁 219 Languages 語言 English 英文 IELTS Preparation Programme Code: GENG9006 S 2975 5741 shawn.mui@hkuspace.hku.hk If you are taking the IELTS test and want to maximise your potential and chances of success, this 45-hour course provides you with essential exam strategies and valuable practice in key language areas. The course offers you invaluable practice and teacher guidance when completing test assignments. Timely feedback is available from the tutor, who is a native speaker of English. Applicants should have a Secondary 5 level of English language proficiency or equivalent. HK$4,500 (Excluding IELTS Test fee) 15 weeks English Public Speaking Series Introductory Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Programme Code: GENG9070 This course is for those who are interested in acquiring the knowledge and skills for delivering speeches and presentations. The course focuses on techniques for managing speech anxiety, skills in organising and giving informal speeches and presentations, and practice in providing feedback on public speech deliveries. Course participants must be prepared to present and deliver informal speeches for different purposes in front of the class, observe and be observed, critique and be critiqued. All applicants shall: - have gained in the HKDSE Level 2 in English Language; or - have gained in the HKCEE Grade E (Syllabus B) or Grade C (Syllabus A) in English Language in prior to 2007 or Level 2 in English Language from 2007. Applicants with equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merits. Please provide evidence of your qualifications. HK$4,300 10 weeks Advanced Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Programme Code: GENG9071 The course provides opportunities for course participants to acquire knowledge of public speaking techniques, and practise public speaking and presentations for a variety of purposes and audiences. Topics include: - Delivering with an impact - Using body language with effect - Speaking with persuasiveness - Using techniques to engage listening audiences - Practising and critiquing speeches/presentations All applicants shall: - have completed any one of the following: - HKU SPACE Introduction to Public Speaking course - HKU SPACE Introductory Public Speaking and Presentation Skills] - HKU SPACE English at Work - Presentation Skills OR - have gained in the HKDSE Level 3 in English Language; OR - have gained in the HKCEE Grade D (Syllabus B) or Grade B (Syllabus A) in English Language in prior to 2007 or Level 3 in English Language from 2007. Applicants with relevant professional or equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merits. Please provide evidence of your qualifications. HK$4,800 10 weeks SPACE Speechmakers Club Programme Code: GENG9131 The SPACE Speechmakers Club is an 18-hour course which aims to create a supportive and immersive learning environment where participants meet, practise and improve their speech delivery skills. Applicants shall have: - completed the Advanced Public Speaking and Presentation course at HKU SPACE; - or completed no less than 30 hours’ advanced public speaking training. HK$2,880 6 weeks Speak Up to Win (Building Confidence and Public Speaking Skills) Programme Code: GENG9139 This course is focused on developing verbal communication skills for practical, real-life application. Students will build their confidence and develop public speaking and presentation skills to lead and succeed in the classroom, university and careers. Secondary students requiring no prerequisite knowledge. HK$3,600 10 weeks Stars in SPACE: Storytelling with Self-Confidence Programme Code: GENG9144 Taught by a HKU SPACE 2024 Outstanding Teacher Award Winner, who is himself a champion of the Hong Kong Schools Speech Festival for 3 years, this course is specially designed to develop students’ storytelling and public speaking skills. This is particularly useful for competition contestants who want to gain extra practice before presenting and telling his/her story in front of the audience, adjudicators and/or panel judges. Students will build their confidence and develop public speaking and presentation skills leading to future success. Primary 4 to Secondary 6 students, especially those who are going to join competitions such as Youth English Proficiency Show, Hong Kong School Speech Festival, etc. HK$2,000 5 weeks 2975 5695 S charlotte.ma@hkuspace.hku.hk English Other Short Courses SPACE English Learning in Action - e-Resources and AI-driven Tools Programme Code: GENG9132 S 2975 5880 jenna.ho@hkuspace.hku.hk Adult learners of English very often encounter real-life English usage and materials that are more advanced than their current level of English proficiency. Therefore, developing skills in using free digital resources and tools, such as online dictionaries, AI translators, grammar tools, online corpus and Generative AI tools to support your English learning after class, is essential. All SPACE English courses participants are eligible. HK$600 2 weeks English Writing Using Plain English Programme Code: GENG9030 S 2975 5880 jenna.ho@hkuspace.hku.hk This short course aims to enhance students’ understanding of and ability to use Plain English. Lessons focus on strategies for writing clearly and concisely, which include emphasising active verbs, avoiding nominalisations and using lists where appropriate. Students will also be guided on how to plan and produce reader-friendly documents. The teacher will make use of authentic samples to critique writing impact and effectiveness in selected contexts. Applicants should have a Secondary school level of English language proficiency or equivalent. HK$2,200 Third Age Rate : HK$1,760 6 weeks English

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