Intermediate Conversation Material #53 I M MAJORING IN University Exercise 1: Picture Conversation A. Read the dialogue below. 次の会話を読んでみましょう So what are you studying? I m majoring in Art History. Page 1
B. Quick Q&A (2-3 minutes) 1. Name some of the popular universities that you know of. 2. Are there any universities in your area? 3. What preparations do you need to enter into a university? 4. What majors/degrees are popular in your country? 5. Is it common for people in your country to continue with post-graduate programs (e.g. master s, doctorate)? Exercise 2: Say It! (3 minutes) Read the following words and sample sentences below. 次の単語と例文を読んでみましょう A. Vocabulary ボキャブラリー degree 学位 campus キャンパス doctorate 博士号 scholarship 奨学金 tuition 授業料 学費 She graduated with a degree in chemistry from Brown. 彼女は 化学の学位を取得しブラウン大学を卒業しました We toured around the campus during orientation. オリエンテーションの間 キャンパス内を見て回りました After getting her Master s last year, Jenny is now working towards her doctorate. 昨年修士号を取得した後 ジェニーは博士号取得に向けて研究をしています My parents didn t pay for my college education because I was on a full scholarship. 全額奨学金をもらっていたので 両親は私の大学の学費を支払っていません Tuition is way cheaper in public schools compared to private schools. 公立学校の学費は 私立に比べてとても安いです Page 2
B. Expressions 表現 I m majoring in 私は ~ を専攻しています keep up with (your) studies 研究を続ける I m majoring in Economics at New York University. 私は ニューヨーク大学で経済を専攻しています Despite having a part-time job, John is still keeping up with his studies. パートタイムの仕事をしているにもかかわらず ジョンは自分の研 究を続けています top of class 首席で Ann graduated top of her class at Harvard. アンはハーバード大学を首席で卒業しました Page 3
Exercise 3: Role-Play (4 minutes) Read the dialogues below. The vocabulary words and expressions from the previous exercise are highlighted for your reference. 次の会話を読んでみましょう 太字で示されているのはエクササイズ 2 で学習した単語と表現です A. How are your applications going? Have you decided on which universities to apply for? I already have my top two choices. Both are good universities that offer Applied Physics. Here, look at the brochures. That s a good start. At least you already have a major in mind. Have you already visited both universities? Not yet. I m leaning toward this university since the campus is nearer. B. Hartway College Office of Admissions, how may I help you? Hello. I d like to ask about your undergraduate scholarships. Yes. We offer full scholarship to high school students who graduate top of their class. What s included in the scholarship? Full coverage of tuition fees and a monthly allowance. Page 4
Exercise 4: Answer It! (5 minutes) A. Complete the dialogue using the new vocabulary words and expressions we learned. 今日学習した単語と表現を使って会話を完成させましょう Have you decided on how to complete your Master s? Yeah. I m considering taking some online courses. With my hectic work schedule, it might be hard to if I still have to go to school. That sounds practical. What are you planning to study? Well, I have a in Communications, so I might just continue with that for my Master s. B. Complete the dialogue using your own answers. You can use any of new vocabulary words and expressions, if possible. 好きな言葉を入れて会話を完成させましょう 今日学習した単語や表現を使っても構いません What are the common majors that students usually take in your country? Some common majors include. Do you think having a degree is important in getting a job in your country? I think because. I see. Page 5
Exercise 5: Conversation Starter (10 minutes) Pick one of the four scenarios below, and start a conversation with your tutor. 次の 4 つのシナリオの中から好きなものを選んで 講師と会話をしてみましょう Discuss with your tutor whether you think it s important to attend university or not. 大学に通うことは重要がどうか講師と議論しましょう Imagine getting a chance to study abroad. Share with your tutor which university or country you d like to study in. 外国で勉強する機会があるとします どこ国のどこの大学で勉強したいかを講師と話しましょう Discuss with your tutor your opinion about having non-academic activities in university. (e.g. sports club, English club, etc.) 大学での勉学以外の活動 ( 例えば 運動系のクラブ 英語クラブなど ) について 講師と議論しましょう Let s say your tutor is considering studying in your country. Recommend a university. 講師が日本への留学を考えているとします 大学を勧めてあげましょう Page 6