The LC is in the process of converting all of its language modules to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to ensure world-standard offerings. Arabic lecturer, Dr Mohi El-Din recently presented his research findings at the ‘Second International Conference for Teaching Arabic’ which was hosted by the University of
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Ms Min Shen delivers a paper at 13th BCLTS International ConferenceMs Min Shen delivers a paper at 13th BCLTS International Conference
March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 4:36 am
Mandarin Lecturer, Ms Min Shen recently delivered a paper at a the ’13th BCLTS International Conference on Teaching & Learning Chinese in Higher Education’ at the China Centre, University of Oxford, UK. Her paper, titled, “Phonological Attrition among Malay Speaking Foreign Language Mandarin Learners,” reported the results of attrition studies
Sakura Network – LC to be hub for Japanese Language in BruneiSakura Network – LC to be hub for Japanese Language in Brunei
March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 4:32 am
(The following article appeared in the Brunei Times on Dec 11, 2015. It was written by Darren Chini.) UBD JOINS JAPAN FOUNDATION’S SAKURA NETWORK BRUNEIAN students should take up a foreign language to improve their chances of getting a job after graduating. “We’ve found through feedback that employers believe the
Chinese Diplomats Experience Life in BruneiChinese Diplomats Experience Life in Brunei
March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 4:29 am
Each year, the Language Centre (LC) at Universiti Brunei Darussalam has the pleasure of hosting international students from all over Asia for both short-term as well as longer-term courses of up to two academic semesters. For the MOFAT China-Brunei Exchange programme, the LC once again welcomed Government officers from the
Research on Learner AutonomyResearch on Learner Autonomy
March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 4:26 am
Language Centre A/g Director, Noor Azam Haji-Othman (also Director of Centre for Advanced Research and Associate Professor in Applied Linguistics) and Mr Keith Wood, Professor at SHBIE (where he teaches in education) have recently co-authored a chapter in a Special Edition of the IDP publication Language Learner Autonomy: Teachers’ Beliefs
Step Towards a Healthy LifestyleStep Towards a Healthy Lifestyle
March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 4:21 am
On April 13, 2016 the LC hosted a fitness afternoon. More than 50 people took part in the activities which involved a run and a walk around the University campus, a session of running and walking up and down the stairs and a tai chi session.
Short courses for FPT University from VietnamShort courses for FPT University from Vietnam
Groups of Vietnamese University students have been enjoying Bruniean hospitality while developing their skills in spoken and written English. The students stay in on-campus accommodation, attend English language classes and enjoy tours around Brunei during their 5 – 6 week stay. Past groups have remarked on the quiet pace of
The 30th Japanese Speech ContestThe 30th Japanese Speech Contest
The 30th Japanese Speech Contest took place at the UBD Lecture Hall, IBTE Mechanical Campus on the 27th August 2016. The contest was organized by the UBD Language Centre, Institute of Brunei Technical Education – The Continuing Education and Training (IBTE-CET) and Embassy of Japan. The Speech Contest contestants included
BJFA UBD Chapter activity 2016BJFA UBD Chapter activity 2016
Brunei- Japan Friendship Association (BJFA-UBD) Chapter had been very active in 2016. Both members and non-members enjoyed Wednesday afternoon activities such as Sengoku games, Mochi making, Japanese cultural dance sessions, First Chigiri-E session etc. BJFA Chapter’s first attempt of having Chigiri E session was a huge success with many non-members