Academic English
Locations: Virtual Classroom, Utrecht
Level: Intermediate (B1/B2), Advanced (C1/C2)
Do you want to feel more confident in English during your studies? This course aims to enhance your English language skills of students at Bachelor and Master level. Following the programme will improve your academic writing and the presenting and speaking skills you need in your studies. You will activate and expand your English academic vocabulary and develop your fluency in English.
About the course Academic English
This integrated skills course aims to further develop your academic writing and speaking abilities, helping you to gain more confidence and become more competent in your use of Academic English. You will also expand your academic vocabulary and receive regular feedback on your writing. In addition, you will discover your own strengths and weaknesses in academic writing in English.
Topics covered will include:
- Recognising and analysing academic texts
- Text cohesion (for example, through linking words)
- Delivering presentations with greater fluency
- Academic style (formal and informal writing)
Learning Goals
The course is suitable for any Bachelor or Master student at minimum B2 level.
Not sure of your level? Take our free placement test.
By the end of the course you will have:
- expanded your academic vocabulary;
- improved your fluency in English;
- learned how to analyse academic texts;
- improved your academic writing style;
- learned how to structure an academic paper;
- practised with delivering academic presentations;
- acquired self-study strategies.
Method
During this interactive course there will be individual assignments, but we will also be working in pairs, small groups or in plenary. You will receive regular structured feedback on both your written work and presentation skills. Giving peer feedback to fellow students is also part of the course.
Time investment
This course consists of 8 sessions of 1 hour and 45 minutes. The advised self-study load is 2-3 hours a week.
Practical
- This course is offered both on-site and in the virtual classroom. You can enrol for your preferred option using the buttons above. All our on-site classes are taught in a small group. You can find an overview of all the measures we have taken against the coronavirus here.
- The language of instruction is English.
- You will be working with a book. You can order this book on our special book page. Please ensure you have your book ready for the first session.
- You will receive a certificate of participation if you follow at least 80% of the classes.
- If you work or study at Utrecht University you will receive a 15% discount. Please register with your UU email address. Your registration will then be processed automatically.
- Starting date: 5 July 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Monday 5 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 7 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Monday 12 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 14 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Monday 19 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 21 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Monday 26 July 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 28 July 2021 15:15 17:00 - Starting date: 7 July 2021 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Wednesday 7 July 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 14 July 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 21 July 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 28 July 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 4 August 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 11 August 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 18 August 2021 20:00 21:45 Wednesday 25 August 2021 20:00 21:45 - Starting date: 8 September 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Wednesday 8 September 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 15 September 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 22 September 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 29 September 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 6 October 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 13 October 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 20 October 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 27 October 2021 15:15 17:00 Wednesday 3 November 2021 15:15 17:00 - Starting date: 9 September 2021 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Thursday 9 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 16 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 23 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 30 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 7 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 14 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 21 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 28 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 4 November 2021 20:00 21:45 - Starting date: 9 September 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Thursday 9 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 16 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 23 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 30 September 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 7 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 14 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 21 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 28 October 2021 20:00 21:45 Thursday 4 November 2021 20:00 21:45 - Starting date: 17 November 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Wednesday 17 November 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 24 November 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 1 December 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 8 December 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 15 December 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 22 December 2021 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 5 January 2022 11:00 12:45 Wednesday 12 January 2022 11:00 12:45 - Starting date: 22 November 2021 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Monday 22 November 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 29 November 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 6 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 13 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 20 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 3 January 2022 18:00 19:45 Monday 10 January 2022 18:00 19:45 Monday 17 January 2022 18:00 19:45 - Starting date: 22 November 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Monday 22 November 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 29 November 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 6 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 13 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 20 December 2021 18:00 19:45 Monday 3 January 2022 18:00 19:45 Monday 10 January 2022 18:00 19:45 Monday 17 January 2022 18:00 19:45
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