English Writing Courses
English Language Course Requirements
Mandatory English Writing Courses
Students with English scores of 5.0 and 5.5 are required to take the following courses:
- Score 5.0: EL15 Course [Academic Writing 1]
- Score 5.5: EL19 Course [Academic Writing 2]
Important Note: Students must pass the EL19 course to meet the English language requirements for graduation.
Alternative Option: Students may opt to drop the EL classes by submitting an academic IELTS writing score of 6.0 or higher to the Language Center. To do this, you will need:
- A memo signed by an academic advisor requesting this exemption.
EL15 Course [Academic Writing 1]:
Course Objective: This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of academic writing principles and the specific skills necessary to effectively analyze, construct, and revise well-structured cause-effect essays. Students will develop their abilities in critical thinking, argumentation, organization, and the effective use of academic language.
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and analyze cause-effect relationships in various academic contexts.
- Develop clear and focused thesis statements for cause-effect essays.
- Organize and structure cause-effect essays logically, utilizing appropriate organizational patterns.
- Support claims with relevant explanations and evidence, using effective linking words and phrases.
- Apply revision strategies to improve the clarity, coherence, and overall quality of their academic writing.
EL19 Course [Academic Writing 2]:
Course Objective: This course aims to equip students with the specific skills necessary to effectively analyze problems, propose viable solutions, and construct well-structured and persuasive problem/solution essays in an academic context. Students will further develop their critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and argumentative writing skills.
Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Analyze complex problems, identifying their root causes and consequences within an academic context.
- Develop and evaluate feasible and effective solutions to identified problems, supporting their rationale with evidence.
- Construct well-organized problem/solution essays with clear introductions, developed body paragraphs, and effective conclusions.
- Employ persuasive academic language and appropriate rhetorical strategies to advocate for proposed solutions.
- Apply critical thinking and revision techniques to enhance the clarity, coherence, and overall quality of their academic writing.
2025 August Semester – English Class Information
Please review and ensure you can meet the following course requirements before registering.
Important Course Requirements for EL Students
1. Class Schedule
- Attend a class every week for 10 weeks. Each session lasts 3 hours.
- Class changes are only allowed within the first two weeks.
2. Attendance Requirement
- A minimum attendance rate of 80% is mandatory
3. Final Exam
- The final exam will be scheduled at the end of the course
- Missing the exam will result in an automatic grade of “I” (Incomplete).
EL Course Fee: THB 3,000
This is a one-time flat fee for new students.
How to pay for your EL course fee?
1. Invoice Generation: The EL course invoice will be uploaded to your SIS account 2 weeks after the EL registration deadline.
2. Payment Options:
- Cash Payment: Pay the fee directly at the AIT Cashier by providing your student ID number.
- Bank Transfer or Credit Card:
- After making your payment, contact the AIT Cashier. Provide your student ID number and proof of payment to clear the EL course fee from your SIS account.
3. Late Payment: A late payment interest may be applied if you do not pay within 30 days.
AIT Bank Account Details:
- Account Name: ASIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- Current Account Number: 468-046301-2 (for international transfers)
- Savings Account Number: 405-999567-0 (for local transfers)
- Bank Name: Siam Commercial Bank Pcl., Ltd.
- Bank Branch: Thammasat University Hospital
- Branch Address: 95 Moo 8, Klong Nueng, Klong Luang, Pathumthani 12120, Thailand
- Swift Code: SICOTHBK
- Message to Beneficiary: EL Course Fee
- Please ensure you cover any service charges or transaction fees separately.
For further assistance, please contact the AIT Cashier’s office.