English for Health Sciences and Health Communication

This teaching module builds upon the first-year course English for Health Sciences and develops a specific focus on health in the workplace. Key thematic areas include the epidemiology of work-related health conditions, psychosocial factors, workplace ergonomics, injury prevention, return-to-work processes, and digital tools and the future of work. A range of activities is used to develop both comprehension and expression in English, with a particular emphasis on analysing and communicating workplace health issues in academic and professional contexts.

- Develop knowledge of key issues related to health in the workplace

- Strengthen the ability to analyse and discuss workplace health topics in English

- Build confidence in written and spoken communication in academic and professional contexts

Évaluation Session 1 : 

- Participation in weekly tutorials (20%)

- Short oral presentation (40%)

- Short written comprehension task (40%)

All evaluation for session 1 will take place during programmed tutorials. No use of AI

Évaluation Session 2 : Formal evaluation of oral and written comprehension (100%). No use of AI.

Évaluation Dérogatoire : Per session 1 and session 2 indicated above.

Students are expected to have a minimum English level

- Describe and explain key concepts related to workplace health (e.g. risk factors, prevention strategies, return-to-work processes)

- Analyse and interpret written documents in occupational health (e.g. scientific texts, reports, policy documents)

- Communicate clearly and appropriately in English in both academic and professional situations

No specific reference text is required for this course.

Teaching materials and resources will be made available via Coursenligne