This course is aimed at students of TUM and HHN only!

In this course, you will develop and refine the academic English skills you need for university. You will practise communicating confidently and effectively in both spoken and written academic contexts.

Together, we will explore the requirements of English communication in a range of university settings. The course will help you follow lectures, write academic papers and deliver presentations in English with greater confidence and competence.

You are encouraged to take an active role in class and discuss questions and challenges related to your own academic tasks.

Course objectives:

• analysing different academic text genres
• expanding your academic vocabulary
• developing a deeper awareness of style and register
• communicating competently in spoken and written academic contexts
• reading and summarising academic content