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Program of Dentistry (English)

ENG310

ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES

Course Code
ENG310
Semester
Third Year
Theory+Practice
2 + 0
ECTS
2
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study12
SemesterThird Year
ECTS2
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. develop dental terminology for clinical communication.
  2. produce professional written materials such as clinical notes, reports, CVs, and application letters.
  3. evaluate career goals and self-assessment in English.
  4. evaluate entrepreneurship opportunities, and international prospects in dentistry.
  5. use the target language effectively in professional networking, job applications, and interview processes.
  6. read and understand dental academic articles and summarise key findings.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components-
Course DescriptionENG 310 is an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course designed to develop the professional, communicative, and career management skills that dentistry students need to succeed in their field. The course covers professional identity, clinical communication, patient-centred language, written document production, and career tools (CV, cover letter, job interview). Speaking, writing, and case studies are addressed both for recognition and for production in professional contexts.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Career Development in Dentistry
2nd Week Professional Identity and Ethics
3rd Week Dental Terminology for Clinical Communication
4th Week Patient-Centred Language in Clinical Dentistry
5th Week Patient-Centred Language in Clinical Dentistry(continued)
6th Week Clinical Documentation: Dental Records, Referral Letters, Case Notes
7th Week EXAM 1
8th Week Evidence-Based Case Analysis and Case Report Writing
9th Week Soft Skills and Hard Skills for Dentists
10th Week Leadership Skills and Team Management in a Dental Setting
11th Week Career Paths in Dentistry / Opening a Dental Clinic
12th Week Financial Literacy for Dentists
13th Week SMART Goals and Personal SWOT Analysis
14th Week EXAM 2
15th Week Career Goals - Short Term and Long Term
16th Week Research Literacy and Academic Reading
17th Week Digital Content Creation and Personal Branding in Dentistry
18th Week Curriculum Vitae and Academic Portfolio Development
19th Week Cover Letters, Personal Statements and Letters of Intent
20th Week Job Applications and Academic Opportunities
21st Week EXAM 3
22nd Week Interview Skills for Clinical Settings
23rd Week Digital Communication and Clinical Communication Technologies
24th Week Creating a LinkedIn Profile
25th Week Networking and Professional Interaction
26th Week Continuing Professional Development
27th Week International Opportunities and Professional Associations
28th Week EXAM 4
Recommended or Required ReadingCourse Materials - ENG 310 Career Skills for Dentistry (ELDBU-CDU-2026)
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
  • Role Play
  • Case Study
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Other 1 10
Total(%) 50
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 50
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 50
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 4 1 4
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 28 2 56
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework
Total Work Load60
Total Work Load / 30 (h)2
ECTS Credit of the Course2
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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