• language accuracy and fluency for academic writing, reading, listening and speaking
• the ability to write academic papers
• reading skills, particularly of academic articles
• the ability to listen to lectures and discussions and take notes
• seminar skills
• critical thinking skills
• independence as a learner of English
• presentation skills
• study skills for a successful academic course of study

There is a different topic focus each week which provides a foundation for classes in the skills mentioned above.  These provide input for a weekend homework assignment written using standard academic conventions.

The courses use a combination of different teaching styles and techniques, which will include

• group, pair and whole class work
• skills based and integrated skills work
• collaborative and independent learning
• projects and presentations
• paper based and computer based study

The course is assessed through weekly assignments, seminar tasks and speaking and listening activities.

Classes are from 9.30 - 1.00 with a 30 minute break at 11.00 from Monday to Friday, and 2.15 - 3.45 from Monday to Thursday.

There is a full and active social programme.  If you would like to see an example, click here.

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