Duration: 4 weeks

Open to all international students | All disciplines welcome

Aims and objectives

This course introduces you to the language and communication skills of academic discussions. It will help you to:

• familiarise with a range of academic discussion formats (including group seminars)
• develop communication strategies and confidence for contributing to discussions
• practise with your tutors and peers to receive feedback, suggestions, and encouragement

Syllabus

Week 1	Explaining and defending research
Week 2	Communicating online and face-to-face
Week 3	Dealing with uncomfortable situations
Week 4	Persuading others