This course is for learners who are currently studying at or preparing to enter a higher education institution.

Minimum entry requirements:

• IELTS 5.0 or
• CEF B2 equivalent

The course covers academic speaking, listening, reading, writing skills and academic research.

This course will provide very useful grounding for those preparing to take IELTS.

The course is designed to benefit adult students commencing postgraduate study, students participating in student mobility programmes in mid-course, or those about to enter Polytechnics or Universities.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• structure an essay or project
• cite external sources critically using quotations and paraphrasing to avoid plagiarism
• reference your sources to internationally-recognised academic standards
• take notes more confidently whilst listening to a lecture
• write an abstract
• paraphrase and summarise ideas
• think critically
• lead and participate in seminar style discussions
• give clear and concise presentations
• research your topic

You will have to write a 2000-4000 word essay and give a short presentation on the topic by the end of the course. This will determine whether you have successfully completed the course.

Fees: Payment must be made in full before the start of the course or in two instalments in the time agreed during registration. Payment can be made through a bank transfer or a post office or by a credit card.

Participants feedback on Academic English course

	"The course was so interesting that I would like to have more hours. The lessons were very useful and interesting because I could understand the different aspects of methodology of scientific writing." Emiliano Salvatore PhD student
	"The lessons were great and the tutor was able to cover some topics he thought were important, but also to reserve some time for issues suggested by the participants. To future students I would say that this course is going to give them skills that are really crucial in the academic environment, but are not taught anywhere.  It might be just about the only opportunity to learn them." Jacob Czernik PhD student
	"I fully recommend 'English for Academic Purposes' course all PhD students who intend to develop their language skills and acquire the courage to work in English. The tutor makes you feel comfortable and free to express your thoughts and doubts." Justyna Gajek