English for Academic Purposes

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Focusing on the specific English language skills required to study at English universities or on other English-speaking academic programmes, this course is for those who already have a high level of written and spoken English. The English language skills required for academic study differ from those needed to communicate in general day-to-day life. That is never more apparent than when applying or preparing to study abroad.

Official Exam Focus  

Students will be introduced to IELTS Academic, the English exam often required to apply to an English-Speaking university course and accepted by over 11,000 organisations worldwide. With a focus on the IELTS exam tasks, our course gives students the tools they need to successfully and confidently study an academic course delivered and assessed in the English language.

Academic Improvement 

We concentrate on language techniques that can prove challenging when using English in academia, particularly at university level. Covering a breadth of skills from critical analysis and argument formation to essay writing, presenting and debating, this course is designed to push students to the next level of academic fluency. 

With this insight into English for academic purposes, students will develop a sophisticated tool with which to convey their intellectual aptitude, giving them confidence in applying to or succeeding in English-speaking academic settings.  

Critical Analysis and Debating  

Students will learn how to analyse articles, studies and research papers, while developing their critical writing skills, and ability to construct arguments with the correct formality and academic register for maximum clarity and impact at university level. By exploring IELTS speaking exam questions, spoken English practice will improve student confidence and enhance their ability to communicate ideas clearly and with ease.

Learning Outcomes  

  • Knowledge of the academic register required for university essay writing and improved understanding of research techniques, structure and development 

  • Improved confidence in both written and spoken English  

  • Increased confidence in formal speaking settings, such as debates, presentations and interviews  

  • Understanding of how to use English in the IELTS academic writing  

  • Understanding of skills required for IELTS Listening, Speaking and Academic Reading