Effective Communication in Academic English

3 Credits.

This course is designed to help you master English for academic research. You'll learn the vocabulary, phrases, and appropriate academic register needed to communicate effectively in university settings. We'll explore the language and style used in English publications and conferences, plus important cultural differences. We'll work together through speaking and writing exercises based on your own research topics and research. The course covers writing abstracts, preparing for academic conferences, and communicating your research to both experts and general audiences. You'll have opportunities to try out your presentations and practice essential skills like engaging in discussions, asking and answering questions during talks, introducing yourself professionally, crafting your CV, and communicating via email. Throughout the course, you'll develop key language skills including hedging language, signposting techniques, and creating compelling openings for your talks and writing. Designed for non-native English speakers with advanced proficiency, this course will help build the confidence and competence to communicate clearly and effectively in English-speaking academic environments.