The Academic English Programme is a specialised language programme with 20 lessons per week designed to help non-native English speakers develop the language skills necessary for success in higher education. This programme focuses on building proficiency in the four main areas of language acquisition: reading, writing, speaking, and listening, with an emphasis on the skills needed for academic tasks and communication.
Students learn to read and understand academic texts, such as journal articles, textbooks, and research papers.
Focus is placed on recognising main ideas, understanding complex vocabulary, and analysing the structure of academic writing.
Emphasis is placed on academic writing styles, including essays, research papers, and reports.
Students work on thesis statements, organisation, argumentation, citation, and referencing styles like APA or MLA.
Students practice delivering presentations, participating in discussions, and engaging in academic debates.
Focus is on clear articulation, formal language use, and academic discourse.
Students are trained to listen effectively to lectures, discussions, and academic presentations.
Techniques for active listening, note-taking, and summarising are taught to ensure understanding of complex academic content.
Special attention is given to building academic vocabulary that is frequently used in scholarly contexts.
Grammar instruction ensures students can write and speak with accuracy and coherence.
| Levels | Duration | Delivery Method |
|---|---|---|
| Starting from B1. The curriculum is designed to accommodate students at varying stages of their language proficiency. | 4 weeks + | Online |
Academic English programmes are aimed at international students, professionals, or anyone preparing for academic study in English-speaking countries. You may be preparing for undergraduate or post graduate studies or may just require language skills to meet the entry requirements for higher education institutions.
By the end of an Academic English programme, students should be able to: engage confidently in academic reading, writing, listening, and speaking; participate in discussions; produce high-quality written work, give presentations on academic topics and meet language proficiency requirements for university admission or academic success. This Academic English Programme is essential for non-native speakers who need to strengthen their English language skills to thrive in an academic setting, ensuring they can effectively interact with academic texts, peers, and lecturers.
