English
The Language Center offers a number of English courses from general proficiency to specialized writing or speaking courses. How do you choose the best English course for you? What exactly is the difference between the courses? More information about this can be found on this page.
We offer the following courses and training specifically for students. However, these courses are also accessible to employees and external participants. There are different categories.
Summer Course
If you are entering university or currently in or preparing for English-taught education, you may want to quickly take your academic English skills to the next level. This two-week intensive course gives you the fast-paced, intensive boost you need to write and speak in English in an academic context.
Writing courses
In these courses you will work on writing a specific text that is important for your study program. Each detailed course description contains a paragraph about for whom the course is most suitable.
- English for Argumentative Writing (6 ECTS)
- English for Empirical Research Writing (6 ECTS)
- English Thesis Writing Workshop (3 ECTS)
Oral and presentation skills
These courses focus on speaking skills in general or specifically on presentation skills.
- English Speaking and Pronunciation (3 ECTS)
- English Presentation and Performance (3 ECTS)
General language skills
For those who want to improve their general language skills, there are three courses. English for Academic Communication focuses on the productive skills of writing and speaking and is a basic course at B2+ level. The two Improving Your English courses go to C1 and C2 level respectively and cover not only speaking and writing but also reading and listening skills.
- English for Academic Communication (6 ECTS)
- Improving Your English to C1 (6 ECTS)
- Improving Your English to C2 (6 ECTS)
Specialized courses
These courses have a specific purpose as the course title reflects.
- English for Negotiation and Deliberation (3 ECTS) - only offered in the spring
- English for Business Communication (6 ECTS) - only offered in the fall
- English for Professional Communication (3 ECTS) - only offered in the spring
Training for TiU staff
In addition to these courses for students, there are a number of courses specifically for staff members.
- Workshop lost in translation?: Teaching more effectively through the medium of English
- Writing Coach for Researchers
- Academic Writing in English for (PhD) Researchers
- Professional English for Secretaries
- Masterclass Spoken English
- English Refresher Course
- Speak Easy
Employees can also come to us for the English Assessment or for customized training options that are tailored to your service, department or organization. Please contact the Language Center for advice on what is the best solution for you.
Training for external professionals
- Academic Writing in English for (PhD) Researchers
- Professional English for Secretaries
- Masterclass Spoken English
- English Refresher Course
- Speak Easy
- Teaching Through English
The courses above are either designed specifically for non-TiU professionals or designed for TiU staff but open to external professionals as well. Organizations can also contact the Language Center for information about customized training options.