Courses
Course Schedule
English Courses – Semester 1, 2019 – 20 (Hebrew)
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English Courses – Semester 1, 2019 – 20 (Hebrew)
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Other languages - 2019 – 20 (Hebrew)
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Other Languages
Students studying in the Division may be eligible for scholarships in foreign programs. Please approach the course coordinators for information.
Courses are either mandatory or elective, depending on the requirements of the different faculties and departments. The Division offers courses in: Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish, Turkish, and Yiddish. These full-year courses are offered on two levels, Beginners and Advanced.
Beginners: 4 weekly hours for the entire academic year
Advanced: 4 weekly hours for the entire academic year
“Intensive” course for post graduate students only– The course is offered in French, German, Spanish and Italian. The course is an annual course of 6 weekly hours, until examination.
Post-advanced Courses - These yearly post-advanced level courses are offered in German and Yiddish. Please see 'registration' for further information.
- Students should follow announcements regarding registration dates. Late registration is not always possible. When registering, students must note the department number and the study framework number.
- An annual course can only be canceled during the first semester cancellation period. A student who wishes to quit the course at the end of the semester will be charged the full fee of the course.
- Students, who prove to have successfully completed a course equivalent to “Beginners” at another University with a score of at least 60, can be accepted for “Advanced” course in this language.
Students, who prove to have successfully completed a course equivalent to “Advanced” at another University in Israel, with a score of at least 60, will be eligible for an exemption level in this language (subject to University policy).
- Students seeking either exemption from language studies or placement in the advanced class based on studies abroad are required to meet with the language studies coordinator to evaluate their proficiency through conversation and other tasks. Students must present original documentation of their studies and prove their knowledge. Instead, students may choose to take the exemption exam, for a fee of 150NIS, on the scheduled dates.
The opening of the course is subject to the number of registrants.
The examinations in languages other than English will take place as follows:
Monday, January 27, 2020, at 9:00 and Monday, October 12, 2020 at 9:00
Monday, January 18, 2021, at 9:00 and Monday, October 4, 2021 at 9:00
Students registered for a language course must take the course exam. The exemption exams are only for students not participating in courses.
1) Who May Take the Test?
The exemption test is intended for students with extensive language knowledge. Students who have studied a foreign language at another institution may apply to be admitted to an advanced course or be exempted as part of the university's requirements.
Students registered for language courses in the division are not allowed to be examined.
A student who has only taken the first semester of a course, may not take an exemption test that year, unless he / she presents a certificate from the faculty where he is studying, which states that language studies is the final requirement for completing his / her degree.
2) When can I take the test?
Tests are conducted twice a year, at the end of the first semester and before the start of the school year. Exact dates can be checked on the unit's website http://www3.tau.ac.il/foreign-languages/
3) When and how to register?
The registration must take place two weeks before the deadline at the Division of Languages, Webb building, Room 205, every day from 10:00-12:00, or at 03-6409681/ 6409465.
Registration fee: 150NIS.
4) Is it allowed to use a dictionary?
You can use a standard dictionary or an electronic dictionary without an internet connection. Using a laptop is not allowed. For French examinees, using Becherelle is not allowed.
5) What is the test structure?
The test consists mostly of text and content questions that need to be answered briefly. There are also questions in grammar. Some of the tests include an essay, and some include sections for translation. The test format is not fixed and may change from time to time. The sample tests are only indicative of the required level. The test duration is 3 hours.
6) Is it possible to answer in Hebrew?
You must answer in the language you are tested in unless otherwise noted.
7) What is a “passing” grade?
A grade of 85 or higher entitles the examiner to an exemption. A score between 60 and 84 allows the examiner to register for an advanced level course.
8) I learned a foreign language abroad. Do I have to be tested?
Students seeking either exemption from language studies or placement in the advanced class based on studies abroad are required to meet with the language studies coordinator to evaluate their proficiency through conversation and other tasks. Students must present original documentation of their studies and prove their knowledge. Instead, students may choose to take the exemption exam, for a fee of 150NIS, on the scheduled dates.
9) Can I get the test topics list?
There is no list of topics. The test comes to test the student's ability to deal with academic material in the chosen language. The test does not examine one grammatical topic or another, but the student's ability to understand academic text.
10) I learned a foreign language in high school. Should I take the test?
A student who has studied 5 matriculation units, is not eligible for exemption. In order to receive an exemption he must take the placement exam.
Language Studies Coordinators
French Studies Coordinator – Mr. Yves, Wahl
Spanish Studies Coordinator – Mrs. Jou, Bibiana
German Studies Coordinator – Mrs. Walther, Kristen
kristin_walther@gmx.net
Russian Studies Coordinator – Dr. Niznick, Marina
Sample Tests
For any questions please contact
*Opening a course is subject to a minimum number of registrants.
English Courses
The Division of Languages offers courses in pre-basic, basic, intermediate and advanced levels. The courses are geared toward improving English reading and other academic skills to enable students to successfully complete University language requirements and function competently in the academic and professional world.
First year BA student at the university, that is required to take an English course as a foreign language (according to the placement test – see section D below) must graduate in English courses and reach an “exemption” level, within one year of commencement of his university studies (This time period will be calculated according to the calendar).
There are units in which the students may reach an exemption level within three semesters of commencement of their university studies. Each student should check this with the faculty in which he studies.
A student who changes his department must reach an exemption level in a period not exceeding the length of time required to be exempted by his new department.
Exceptions are new immigrants from non-English speaking countries. Those who did not reach the minimum level will participate in the required courses and will have to reach “Advanced A“ level by the beginning of their second year of studies and the “exemption” level by the beginning of their third year of studies. The faculty is entitled to approve to these students (both BA and MA students) to postpone reaching an exemption level, on a personal basis. Each case will be examined separately.
Regarding the conditions for admission to the master’s degree, please check the registration office website https://go.tau.ac.il/m.a_admissions
A student, who based on his previous studies, was accepted to his second year at the university must reach “Advanced B” level before the beginning of his studies in the university, and to an “Exemption” level by the end of his first semester.
A student, who based on his previous studies, was accepted to his third year at the university has to reach an “Exemption” level before the beginning of his studies at the university.
MA students, with degrees from overseas universities as well as with an oversea degree from a country whose language is not English, must be examined in the National English Placement Exam (AMIR) to determine their level in English. Those who do not reach an exemption level in this exam must complete English courses in accordance to their level.
These rules are the minimum rules and the faculty may set more stringent ones than these.
Exemption from English Language Requirements
- Those with an “Exemption” grade obtained on the psychometric examination (AMIR or AMIRAM)
- Those who hold an academic degree from an accredited Israeli university or college, or an academic degree from an accredited university or college abroad in an English-speaking country, where the language of instruction was English.
- Those who studied in an English-speaking high school (grades 11 and 12) in an English speaking country and successfully passed the English exams.
- Students who successfully completed as part of a full year of study at the Technion or at any other University in Israel, a course that grants English exemption at the grade of at least 60 (Humanities and Education students need a grade of at least 70) as part of their academic year at this institution, on condition that this course will be acknowledged by the Division of Languages.
These students must submit to the division secretary an annual study record and approval from the English unit from the institution they studied in, regarding the course level, the date of the course and the final grade.
For clarification of the conditions for recognizing the exemption for Open University students, please contact the secretary of the Division of Languages.
NOTE:
Applicants who received an exemption according to a single exam or course at a University or at any other academic institution, ARE NOT granted an exemption from Tel Aviv University English requirements.
Recognition of courses as mentioned in section 4 is subject to the academic procedures.
English Placement Test
- Placement is determined by scores on the psychometric examination or on the AMIR/AMIRAM The original confirmation of the scores should be passed to the secretariat of the Division of Languages, by the NITE (National Institute for Testing and Evaluation).
The placement exam is classified into six levels: Pre-basic A, Pre-basic B, Basic, Advanced A, Advanced B and Exemption.
- The English test results are sent to the examiners by mail by the National Institute for Testing and Evaluation. Candidates must ascertain their English level in order to be able to register for needed courses in time.
A candidate who has not taken the placement exam will not be able to attend the department’s courses.
- Both the placement exam and the psychometric exam are valid for a period of 10 years.
For students who were tested more than once, the better score will determine their level of English.
- A student that the University authorities has granted him the renewal of his studies for BA after a break period of five years or more, has to take a placement exam before he can return to study and must reach a level of “Advanced B” at least.
|
Psychometric/AMIR/AMIRAM Score |
Level |
|
50 – 69 |
Pre-Basic A |
|
70 – 84 |
Pre-Basic B |
|
85 – 94 95-99 |
Basic A Basic B |
|
100 – 119 |
Advanced A |
|
120-133 |
Advanced B |
|
134 + |
Exempt |
NOTE: For students, who failed, English courses at Pre-basic levels will be available. See details below.
English Courses
Pre-Basic and Basic Courses
These courses will be held only in summer or as required by groups.
Advanced A Courses
The duration of the course is one semester, 4 hours a week, twice a week.
In the summer, the duration of the course is 4 weeks, 3 times a week (12 weekly hours).
Advanced A Courses
The student has to take this course during his studies and reach an exemption level in accordance with his faculty requirements.
Faculty of Law students are not able to complete any English courses during the summer.
Passing grade: 60 and above; For Humanities and Education students:70 and above.
A limited number of courses of Advanced B are held in the summer (12 weekly hours) – with payment.
The course will be held only in the second cycle.
For your information, the Division offers an “Advanced B” level English course, for academic purposes related to the” environment studies”. Course topics will include aspects of nature and earth conservation for future generations, what causes the environmental crisis, loss of land and destruction of natural resources. The course will focus on reading strategy, deepening knowledge and mastery of relevant vocabulary, and analyzing academic texts while enhancing English skills in writing and speaking.
The course is intended for all faculties.
In addition, the division offers a cross-disciplinary English course at the level of “Advanced B”. The course is intended for all faculties with a focus on exact sciences, engineering, humanities and arts.
Science Writing Courses for Research Students
The courses are aimed at acquiring scientific writing skills in English. These courses are also intended for students who wish to submit their research paper in English.
Science writing courses for research students are given according to specialization in the various faculties. The course consists of frontal teaching and personal training.
For more information, please contact the secretary at the faculty you are studying.
Business English courses and other courses can be opened in accordance with special requirements.
*Summer courses involve an additional fee to the regular tuition. Registration for these courses is held in the division secretariat.
Courses list – First Semester (Hebrew)
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Courses list – Second Semester (Hebrew)
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Exam Schedule
First Semester
English Friday, January 24, 2020 08:30
Second sitting Wednesday, February 5, 2020 09:00
Other languages Monday, January 27, 2020 09:00
[There is no second sitting for the language midterm exam]
Second Semester
English Friday, June 26, 2020 08:30
Second sitting Wednesday, July 8, 2020 09:00
Other languages Sunday June 28, 2020 09:00
Second sitting Thursday, July 23, 2020 09:00
Language Placement Exams Monday, January 27, 2020
Monday, October 12, 2020