Academic English
Starting from
€655
Course information
The course Academic English is for (bachelor/master-)students who want to develop and improve their accuracy in using English in an academic context. This course concentrates on writing in an academic context, expanding speaking and writing fluency as well as building vocabulary.
To participate in this course, you will already need to have level B2 or C1 in English.You can read about these levels here.
If you are interested in taking an IELTS test, we recommend you sign up for our course IELTS Exam Preparation after Academic English.
Course schedule and prices
Intake
The intake procedure for this course consists of: online intake conversation and level test.
After you have enrolled for this course, we will invite you for an assessment to determine your level. We recommend that you enrol at least two weeks before the start of the course. If you enrol later than this, we cannot guarantee there will be time for the intake procedure.
Course content
Writing
- Writing an essay assignment counting 1000 - 1200 words
- Analyzing, extending and refreshing aspects of grammar and vocabulary associated mainly with academic writing
- Learning strategies and techniques necessary in producing cohesive and coherent academic texts
- Raising awareness of register in language, i.e. non-academic versus academic, formal versus informal
- Giving and receiving peer and teacher feedback on the writing assignment
- Doing exercises that aim to stimulate analytical thinking
Speaking and fluency
- Expanding academic vocabulary
- Using correct grammatical structures
- Addressing pronunciation difficulties
- Working on presentation skills
- Increasing confidence in oral communication through discussions and presentations
- Using software such as PowerPoint to support presentations
Vocabulary building
- Keeping a vocabulary portfolio
- Analyzing word families
- Doing exercises that stimulate vocabulary acquisition
Certificate
You will complete the course with a presentation.
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a certificate.
Course material
The course material is not included in the course price. If you choose to follow lessons in class, you can buy your books through us. You then receive them during the first lesson. If you are going to take an online course, you will buy the books yourself.
FAQ
What is included in the price of a group course?
The course price includes:
- an intake
- the group course
- an exam
- (if necessary) a resit. You can take the resit within six months after finishing the course.
- a certificate
The course material is not included in the course price.
What is the difference between an online and in class course? Can I combine an online and in class course?
There is no difference in the course content and course material between the online and in class course, only a difference in format. The online courses take place via Zoom and the in class courses at the Roeterseiland in Amsterdam. By using breakout-rooms teachers will aim to provide the same interaction as during an in class course. In both formats students are expected to actively participate in the course.
The choice for an online or in class course depends on your personal preference for location and teaching style.
It is not possible to combine an online and in class course. If you start a course online, you will follow the entire course online. The same applies to in class courses. This is in order to ensure the peace in our classes and avoid a lot of changes between classes.
How much time should I expect to spend on studying by myself?
Students generally need to spend double the amount of time of the course on studying by themselves. This means that if your course is 40 hours of class, you can expect about 80 hours of homework and self study. In our experience, the more time you invest in homework, the more you benefit from your course.
Which teacher will teach my group course?
In the week before the start of the course you will receive your final course confirmation which mentions your teacher.
At UvA Talen we have a variety of professional teachers with years of experience teaching to adults. Due to our feedback sessions with teacher we can guarantee the quality of our teachers. We have set standards for the qualification of our teacher. Depending on the type of course, we will often choose for a native speaker of your language.
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Why
UvA Talen
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