Students are required to contribute actively in the classes, which are designed as a resource to encourage them to acquire and assimilate the contents.

First session

Students must obtain a passing grade (50%) on each section included in the assessment (workshop, speaking and mixed test). If they obtain a failing grade on any of these sections and even though the sum is greater than 5, the final grade for this session will not be higher than 4.5 out of 10.

Students with a waiver on attendance

Students with a waiver on attendance will be assessed in accordance with the section referring to the first session. Students must contact the teaching staff as soon as they have received official notification of the waiver.

Second session

The same assessment method applies for the second session as for the first, and students must retake those sections of the subject in which they did not obtain a passing grade or which they did not sit. In the case of the Workshop, this will consist of an additional task that will be included in the mixed objective/subjective test (written exam).

This is ONLY valid for the two opportunities corresponding to the current academic year.

Early exam session

In the case of the early exam session, students must take a written exam (70%) and an oral exam (30%).

ABSENT

Only those students that have not taken part in any of the activities and tasks that comprise the overall assessment of the subject will receive the consideration of ABSENT.

Academic dishonesty/plagiarism implication

Proven fraudulent practice in exams or assessment activities will automatically imply a failing grade for the corresponding exam session and subject. The student will be graded with a "fail" (numerical grade 0) for the corresponding academic year, regardless of whether the offence is committed in the first or second session. In this sense, the grade for the first session may be modified, if necessary.

Diversity

Students may request measures aimed at supporting diversity (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, learning or mental health-related). They should contact, the services available at the UDC, the Diversity Attention Unit (https://www.udc.es/cufie/ADI/apoioalumnado/) or, failing that, the tutor with responsibility for diversity at the Faculty of Tourism, within the time period stipulated for each teaching session.

Gender
perspective

In accordance with
the various regulations governing university teaching, it is necessary to
incorporate a gender perspective into this subject. This includes, among other
measures, the use of non-sexist language, bibliographies that are inclusive
from a gender perspective, and encouraging participation from all students in
class, regardless of their gender. We will pay
particular attention to identifying and addressing sexist prejudices and
attitudes. We will actively work towards the modification of this environment
and the promotion of values of respect and equality. Our efforts will
focus on detecting cases of gender discrimination and implementing appropriate
actions to rectify such cases.

Learning outcomes	Study programme competences
To understand written and oral discourse in English from a range of sources specific to the tourism industry.	A1 A7 A13 A15 A29 A33 A34 A35	B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7	C2 C4 C5 C7 C8
To express ideas and information orally and in writing in English, covering specific topics related to tourism, using the correct terminology and grammatically correct structures.	A1 A6 A13 A15 A29 A33 A34 A35	B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7	C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8
To master the terminology and grammatical structures necessary for correct expression in English, in both written and spoken discourse in tourism-related contexts.	A1 A6 A13 A15 A29 A33 A34 A35	B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7	C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C8

Topic	Sub-topic
An introduction to the language of Tourism	Reasons for travel over the centuries and in contemporary society Types of travel and tourist The structure of the tourism industry - chain of distribution/supply services, etc. Describing trends in Tourism (numbers, graphs, statistics)
Gastronomy	Culinary tourism Describing dishes / menus to visitors Gastronomy in Galicia
Working with visitors	Providing information about attractions and amenities. Giving directions and practical information. Describing monuments /sites of interest (built and environmental heritage) Guided tours - working as a guide
The persuasive language of tourism	Writing and talking about a destination; the use of specific language (adjectives, verbs, collocations, etc.).

Methodologies / tests	Competencies	Ordinary class hours	Student’s personal work hours	Total hours
Workshop	A13 A15 A33 A34 A35 B1 B3 B4 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C6 C7	33	58	91
Speaking test	A13 A15 A29 B1 B3 B4 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C6 C7	3	18	21
Workbook	A13 A15 B1 B3 B4 B6 C2 C4 C7	2	8	10
Mixed objective/subjective test	A1 A6 A13 A15 A29 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C7	2	12	14
Document analysis	A13 A15 A29 B1 B3 B4 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C6 C7	2	10	12

Personalized attention		2	0	2

(*)The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies	Description
Workshop	Practical classes in which students will work with the necessary materials and receive suitable indications for the development of their written and spoken communication skills.
Speaking test	Improvised and guided speaking tests over the semester to assess student's spoken communication skills, aimed at improving fluency and spontaneous expression.
Workbook	Articles for discussion and debate in class.
Mixed objective/subjective test	End-of-semester exam to assess students' written discourse and reading comprehension skills, as well as grammar, syntax and specialised terminology.
Document analysis	Exercises and activities based on audiovisual materials.

Methodologies	Competencies	Description	Qualification
Mixed objective/subjective test	A1 A6 A13 A15 A29 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C7	A final written exam combining any of the following tasks: vocabulary exercises, reading comprehension, grammar, composition, translation and summary.	50
Speaking test	A13 A15 A29 B1 B3 B4 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C6 C7	Assessment will consist of presentations and oral activities completed both in the classroom and elsewhere related to the topics covered.	30
Workshop	A13 A15 A33 A34 A35 B1 B3 B4 B6 B7 C2 C3 C4 C6 C7	Assessment will consist of activities and tasks completed both in class and in students' own time.	20

Assessment comments
Students are required to contribute actively in the classes, which are designed as a resource to encourage them to acquire and assimilate the contents. First session Students must obtain a passing grade (50%) on each section included in the assessment (workshop, speaking and mixed test). If they obtain a failing grade on any of these sections and even though the sum is greater than 5, the final grade for this session will not be higher than 4.5 out of 10. Students with a waiver on attendance Students with a waiver on attendance will be assessed in accordance with the section referring to the first session. Students must contact the teaching staff as soon as they have received official notification of the waiver. Second session The same assessment method applies for the second session as for the first, and students must retake those sections of the subject in which they did not obtain a passing grade or which they did not sit. In the case of the Workshop, this will consist of an additional task that will be included in the mixed objective/subjective test (written exam). This is ONLY valid for the two opportunities corresponding to the current academic year. Early exam session In the case of the early exam session, students must take a written exam (70%) and an oral exam (30%). ABSENT Only those students that have not taken part in any of the activities and tasks that comprise the overall assessment of the subject will receive the consideration of ABSENT. Academic dishonesty/plagiarism implication Proven fraudulent practice in exams or assessment activities will automatically imply a failing grade for the corresponding exam session and subject. The student will be graded with a "fail" (numerical grade 0) for the corresponding academic year, regardless of whether the offence is committed in the first or second session. In this sense, the grade for the first session may be modified, if necessary. Diversity Students may request measures aimed at supporting diversity (physical, visual, auditory, cognitive, learning or mental health-related). They should contact, the services available at the UDC, the Diversity Attention Unit (https://www.udc.es/cufie/ADI/apoioalumnado/) or, failing that, the tutor with responsibility for diversity at the Faculty of Tourism, within the time period stipulated for each teaching session. Gender perspective In accordance with the various regulations governing university teaching, it is necessary to incorporate a gender perspective into this subject. This includes, among other measures, the use of non-sexist language, bibliographies that are inclusive from a gender perspective, and encouraging participation from all students in class, regardless of their gender. We will pay particular attention to identifying and addressing sexist prejudices and attitudes. We will actively work towards the modification of this environment and the promotion of values of respect and equality. Our efforts will focus on detecting cases of gender discrimination and implementing appropriate actions to rectify such cases.

Basic	P. Strutt (2013). English for International Tourism. Intermediate. Pearson P. Strutt (2013). English for International Tourism. Intermediate Workbook. Pearson P. Strutt (2013). English for International Tourism. Upper Intermediate. Pearson P. Strutt (2013). English for International Tourism. Upper Intermediate Workbook. Pearson
	Additional bibliography will be provided during the teaching period
Complementary	M.Hewings (2005). Advanced Grammar in Use. Cambridge R. Murphy (2004). English Grammar in Use . Cambridge
	Additional recommendations will be made during the teaching period.