Course selection
A language approach to unpacking exam questions
Audience: Academic staff, PG research, PG taught
Date: Thursday 30 October 2025
Times: 14.00 to 15.00
Programme: GRADskills
Key details: In this workshop, we will help you develop techniques to unpack exam questions. From a language point of view, we will reflect on exam instructions and how they can be interpreted.
Target audience
Although we welcome all students, this workshop would be particularly beneficial for those who speak English as an additional language and have an IELTS score of 6-7; Profile 7D; Profile 6D; Profile 5D, Profile 4D and Profile 3D.
Course information
In this workshop, we will help you develop techniques to unpack exam questions. From a language point of view, we will reflect on exam instructions and how they can be interpreted.
Aims and objectives
By the end of the lesson, you will be able to
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Identify keywords to help you respond to exam questions
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Develop your ability to plan effective respond to exam questions
Tutors
Dr Paula Villegas Verdu
Course provider
IELLI
Email: ielli@st-andrews.ac.uk