The course prepares non-native speakers of English for a thriving academic career enhancing their English skills in speaking and listening as well as academic research and study skills. The course is offered at four different levels of English proficiency, low-intermediate to advanced. Each level meets 2 times a week. The course focuses on giving presentations, listening to academic lectures and note taking, developing discussion strategies, and participating in group discussions.
The course prepares non-native speakers of English for a thriving academic career enhancing their English skills in reading and writing as well as academic research and study skills. The course is offered at four different levels of English proficiency, low-intermediate to advanced. Each level meets 2 times a week. The course focuses on comprehending academic texts, practicing summary writing, synthesizing and integrating information into essays, practicing citing techniques, writing a research project and developing the Internet and library skills.