English Language for Academic Purposes

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This four-week course will give you the opportunity to learn high-level academic English as part of Durham University's International Summer School. On this course we will teach you some of the key academic skills students need to be successful at a British university.How will I be taught?You will be taught in small groups (maximum group size of 16). Your teacher will take a communicative approach and you will often work collaboratively through pair work and group discussions. An important part of the course is the individual feedback you will receive. In one to one tutorials your teacher will advise you on how you can improve your spoken and written work.What will I do on the course?The best way to learn English is through practicing it. On this course we will ask you to produce a portfolio of work. This will include: A timed piece of writing produced under exam conditions An academic essay you write and research in your own time A formal presentation Participating in an assessed seminar Completing a research project and giving a poster presentationDoes the course have a social and after class activities programme?Yes, you can join summer school students from across the world in social activities and excursions to local attractions that could include: Edinburgh, York, and the Lake District. Academic entry requirements You must be currently studying or have recently completed an undergraduate/bachelor's programme. English language requirements IELTs 5.5 or TOEFL iBT 92 or above. Equivalent qualifications such as Pearson PTE and Cambridge advanced and Proficiency test (CAE & CPE) are also accepted.

Period
07-07-2014 - 01-08-2014 (4 weeks)

Target group
Students who in the future might want to undertake postgraduate study at a British University: a Masters or PhD programme.Students who are studying in English at their home universities; either taking modules in English or studying for their degree in EnglishStudents who want to study English at higher more challenging level. The skills you will learn on this course are many of the language skills international businesses and governments need.

Course aim
What will I study on this course? You will practice academic writing and develop your ability to present argument and analysis. You will have the opportunity to give presentations on academic topics including your own undergraduate studies. You will learn to contribute to and lead academic discussions. You will have the opportunity to learn more about British life and culture through lectures, classroom discussions, and local excursions.

Credits
10.0 ECTS creditsDo I get a certificate?Yes, you get a certificate that confirms that you have attended and successfully completed the course. You also get a written report giving you feedback on your work and suggestions for how you can continue to improve.

Course fee
GBP 2[Convert to USD]Course fee includes accommodation in a University College and meals are provided.A diverse social programme is also included with trips to London, Edinburgh and the historical highlights of the surrounding area of Durham.

Course leader
Mr Chris Macallister

Scholarships
Scholarships are not available for short courses.

Durham University International Office
Address: Palatine Centre, Stockton Road Durham
Postal code: DH1 3LE
City: Durham
Country: United Kingdom
Website: http://www.dur.ac.uk/international/summerschool/
E-mail: international.summerschool@durham.ac.uk
Phone: 0044 (0)191 334 46248