Presentation

 

Mission

The preparatory year for Romanian language is a one-year study program that aims to develop Romanian language skills and abilities, as well as specific skills for a particular field of study.

The program specifically addresses the needs of international students who wish to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies taught in Romanian at one of Romania's higher education institutions. The program also offers students the opportunity to learn about and gain experience and confidence in studying academic disciplines within the Romanian university environment.

Language skills for fields of study:

  • Health (Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy)
  • Mathematics and Natural Sciences (Computer Science, Computers)
  • Social Sciences (Psychology, Law, Economics, Communication, International Relations)

Further studies

After graduating from this program, students can apply for bachelor's programs, master's programs, postgraduate programs, or doctoral programs taught in Romanian at Titu Maiorescu University or at any university in Romania, in accordance with the admission procedure for each program.

Curriculum

The academic year is structured into two semesters of 14 weeks each, with an average of approximately 25 hours per week. Classes are held on weekdays, between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Each semester has 30 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits.

The program consists of language lessons and specialized subjects based on the student's future field of study.

By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the necessary qualifications for a B1 language proficiency level (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

First semester

The first semester focuses on the four components of Romanian language learning: reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

  • Grammar
  • Phonetics
  • Vocabulary
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Reading, listening, and speaking

Students will also study the Romanian Culture and Civilization course, which aims to familiarize international students with various aspects of Romanian culture and civilization. The course covers topics such as the geography and history of Romania, folklore, literature, relevant cultural and artistic phenomena, etc.

Second semester

In the second semester, Romanian Language and Romanian Culture and Civilization courses will continue, and students will also be offered specialized linguistic training for the field chosen by the student for future studies. Students will gain linguistic fluency and communication skills (discussions, argumentation) in a specific field.

The courses will also focus on developing independent study skills to improve the student's ability to take notes, create presentations, use analytical and critical skills, and participate in conferences.

Teaching Methods

Throughout the course, a number of teaching methods can be used, including:

  • courses and seminars
  • independent study
  • competency-based and discipline-based guidance courses
  • group work
  • online activities
  • Review workshops

Course activities and assessment

Courses are evaluated using a wide range of methods throughout the years of study, including: online tests, reflective essays, practical assignments or projects, exercises, oral presentations, written assignments, viva voce, and written exams.

The Preparatory Year study program is completed by a final examination at the end of the second semester.

Faculty facilities

The faculty has state-of-the-art educational spaces: amphitheaters, lecture halls, seminar rooms, and reading rooms equipped with smart boards, a library, a publishing house, a bookstore, a computer network, video conferencing equipment, etc.

„I am Rozhin Alsadat Mirmohammadi from Isfahan, Iran. With a lot of effort, I graduated from high school at the age of 15 as the youngest student and received my diploma.

During my high school years, I studied different countries and their civilizations, cultures, and languages through emails, websites, books, movies, etc., and had a brief acquaintance with the language of each country. Finally, I chose the beautiful country of Romania because of its culture and civilization, its kind and loving people, its universities with a very high level of science, and of course, the indescribable beauty of its nature, in addition to Romania being in the European Union.

So, I decided to learn Romanian in the preparatory year at Titu Maiorescu University and then study Dentistry in Romanian. In my opinion, knowing the Romanian language is necessary for better treatment and patient communication. I was very lucky to get admission at Titu Maiorescu University, with excellent professors, and I am proud of that.

In the Preparatory Year for the Romanian language, in addition to the language, I became acquainted with Romanian history, culture, and civilization, the Romanian people and attractions, and even human anatomy in Romanian. If this is done at a good university like Titu Maiorescu University, with quality professors and education, it will be 100% easier to start next year and it will be a memorable year.

Although the classes were held online, due to the presence of excellent and active professors, I learned the lessons very well and enjoyed the classes.

In the first semester, with a lot of effort, I received a perfect score of 10 from all my professors. I believe I have become an excellent student and I hope to be able to receive a scholarship.”

 

Rozhin Alsadat Mirmohammadi (Iran)