Academic Writing and Presentation Skills

Hosting Higher Education Institution:
Atlantic Language Galway
Institution website:
https://www.atlanticlanguage.com/erasmus-plus-courses/
Country:
Ireland
Language:
English
Dates:
Monday, 13 September, 2021 to Friday, 17 September, 2021
Registration fee:
€445 Face to Face/ €270 Online
Fee reductions/waivers:
Eligible for Erasmus+ funding. Please contact the Erasmus+ or International Coordinator in your institution for information about grant application.
Maximum number of participants:
14
Deadline for applying:
Monday, 30 August, 2021
Accommodation:
Accommodation provided
Contact person details:
Please contact School Director, John Daly, at john.daly@atlantic.ac with all course enquiries.

This course focuses on the development of the writing skills required both to publish and present academic material in internationalised educational institutions. It prioritises the development and refinement of skills required by senior professionals writing and presenting through English. The objectives of the course are to assist Academics who want to publish material while improving language skills and developing strategies for presentations. The focus is on participants’ written production in English, with tailored workshops and practical language input sessions appropriate to their identified needs and priorities.

Who is it for?

Lecturers, professor, scientists, researchers, PhD candidates and other academic staff who wish to improve their academic publication skills and move into higher citation indexing.

Course Content:

• Setting Objectives

• Understanding and Presenting Information

• Description and Explanation

• Reporting and Synthesizing

• Research Writing

• The Beginning and the End – Review

Minimum Level of English: B1 on the CEFR (Intermediate)

Delivery: Both Face to Face and Online options available (https://www.atlanticlanguage.com/erasmus-online/)

Social Programme:

The week-long programme includes a professional walking tour of Galway’s Medieval centre, a cultural outing, networking lunch and heritage trip, all integrated with course objectives. Day trips are available to local areas of scenic or historical interest such as the Aran Islands or the Cliffs of Moher.

Accommodation Options:

Host Family and Student Apartment accommodation is available. Accommodation prices available on request.

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