Higher National Diploma in English
Higher National Diploma in English aims to provide knowledge and understanding of basic structures of English and general vocabulary. The primary emphasis of the course will be on enhancing language skills through the lenses of spoken and written expressions. The qualification also aims to develop elementary skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Students can register either for a one-year HND in English Program. An examination will be held at the end of each semester, which will determine the final marks. The assessment will be based on both internal and external academic assessments. In order to attain a PASS, students will have to accomplish at least 65% of the aggregate marks both through internal and external assessments.
| Unit Number | Unit | Credits |
| PIC/ HNDE/5041 | Careers and Employability Skills for Language and Linguistics | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5042 | Conversation and Social Interaction | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5043 | English Around the World | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5044 | Initial Teaching Practice | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5045 | Phonology | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5046 | Syntax | 15 |
| PIC/ HNDE/5048 | Research Project in Language and Linguistics | 30 |
This is a stand-alone qualification, but there are entry requirements. Applicants must have obtained one of the followings:
 General Certificate Educational (G.C.E) Ordinary level qualification or equivalent qualification with 06 subject’s passes and/ or General Certificate Educational (G.C.E) Advanced Level qualification with 3 passes.
This certificate qualification is expected to be provided a minimum of 12 months for full-time study. The PIC shall make sure the time management and hours of the program are covered as per the qualification requirements. This program is flexible and delivered in person, virtual platform, through lectures and tutorial assignments.