The Scope and Sequence of English for Specific Purposes – ESP for Political Sciences at South East European University

Abstract

This research paper shows the importance of English as a Foreign Language integrated in the curriculum of South East European University. After finishing the Basic English levels, students continue with English for Specific Purposes. The paper emphasizes the design of the course of English for Specific Purposes to students at Political Sciences Department. In order to prepare students begin their professional career path in government, ministries, state and local government agencies, municipalities, public institutions, political parties and non-profit organizations, faculty staff teaching professional subjects and students were conducted for target vocabulary of the course. The students were interviewed on their preference on skills and the results showed that the speaking skills and debates would be more beneficial for their future career. In the scope and sequence of English for Specific Purposes 1 and 2 were included the goals of the course, objectives, topics, assignments, materials and target vocabulary. Based on the topics the materials for the courses were selected and Course Readers were prepared for the students. Most of the materials were found in internet, various English books and English version web sites of Government in the Republic of Macedonia and the Ministries.