PrF:NP206Zk Specific Language - Course Information

NP206Zk Specific Language for Public Administration (English language)

Extent and Intensity

0/0. 4 credit(s). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Asynchronous teaching

Teacher(s)

Mgr. et Mgr. Věra Hromádková (lecturer)
Mgr. Radmila Doupovcová (seminar tutor)
Mgr. Barbora Chovancová, Ph.D. (assistant)

Guaranteed by

Mgr. Radmila Doupovcová
Language Centre, Faculty of Law Division – Language Centre
Contact Person: Lenka Pavlíková
Supplier department: Language Centre, Faculty of Law Division – Faculty Branches of University Departments – Faculty of Law

Timetable

Fri 27. 2. 12:00–13:40 038, 14:00–15:40 038, Fri 6. 3. 12:00–13:40 038, 14:00–15:40 038, Fri 17. 4. 12:00–13:40 038, 14:00–15:40 038

Prerequisites

!OBOR(PR) && !OBOR(PR01)
The prerequisite for the course Specific Language for Public Administration is the language competence at the pre-intermediate level (B1 - CERF)

Course Enrolment Limitations

The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.

fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with

• Public Administration (programme PrF, N-VS) (2)

Abstract

The course aims to develop B2-level language proficiency (CEFR) with a focus on academic and specialized language used in public administration. The primary goal is to enhance students' ability to engage with and produce texts relevant to public administration. Students will gain proficiency in using technical terminology and will improve their capacity to understand complex texts related to their field. Additionally, the course will equip students with the skills necessary for effective communication with foreigners, enabling them to interact more confidently and provide clear guidance.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, students will have developed B2-level proficiency, particularly in the context of public administration. They will be able to read and understand complex texts related to public administration, extracting key information and applying it effectively. Students will also be able to write clear and accurate documents, such as cover letters and letters of advice using appropriate technical and academic terminology. Additionally, they will gain the skills needed to communicate confidently with foreigners, providing clear guidance and support.

Key topics

1. Formal letters - correspondence with citizens and institutions 2. Applying for a job - curriculum vitae, cover letter 3. Public administration - state administration 4. Public administration - self-government 5. Aliens in the Czech Republic - citizenship, permanent residence 6. Aliens in the Czech Republic - work permit, marriage

Study resources and literature

required literature
• https://is.muni.cz/auth/elearning/warp.pl?kod=NP206Zk;predmet=787939;qurl=%2Fel%2F1422%2Fjaro2015%2FNP206Zk%2Findex.qwarp;zpet=%2Fauth%2Fel%2F1422%2Fjaro2015%2FNP206Zk%2Findex.qwarp%3Finfo;zpet_text=Zp%C4%9Bt%20do%20Spr%C3%A1vce%20soubor%C5%AF

recommended literature
• Marta Chromá, Anglicko-český a Česko-anglický právnický slovník
• Vladimíra zavázalová, Alena Lukáčová, Angličtina pro veřejnou správu

Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching

Interactive lecture + e-learning in IS

Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements

The course is ended by a written and oral exam, level B2.

Alternate completion

Upon return from the trip, it is possible to take the final test and oral exam.

Language of instruction

Czech

Study support

https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/law/jaro2026/NP206Zk/

Further comments (probably available only in Czech)

Study Materials
The course is taught annually.

Teacher's information

https://is.muni.cz/auth/el/law/jaro2026/NP206Zk/
All information is provided in the interactive course syllabus, which serves as a study guide.

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