Hosting Higher Education Institution: |
Dorset College Dublin |
Institution website: |
https://dorset.ie/courses/academic-writing-presentation-skills/ |
Country: |
Ireland |
Language: |
English |
Dates: |
Sunday, 2 June, 2024 to Saturday, 8 June, 2024 |
Registration fee: |
€495 (5 day Course + Social Activities + Free Event) |
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: |
Sunday, 26 May, 2024 |
Accommodation: |
Accommodation not provided |
Contact person details: |
Please use the following link to make your enquiry. https://dorset.ie/apply-now/erasmus-application/ If you wish to speak to the person who is managing our Erasmus programmes, please contact: Head of International Patricia Enzweiler Email: erasmus@dorset.ie |
Why take this course?
This course is ideal for early-career lecturers, administrative staff in academic sectors, and researchers eager to enhance their foundational academic writing and presentation skills, with a special emphasis on the nuances of style and register in both written and spoken contexts.
What will I study?
Day 1: Foundations of Academic English and Register
Day 2: Academic Writing Style
Day 3: Presentation Skills with a Stylistic Edge
Day 4: Synergizing Writing and Speaking with Style
Day 5: Professional Presentation Workshop
This final-day workshop will provide participants with a holistic and practical toolkit to effectively manage presenting through English.
Participants will complete a stylistically and register-appropriate written assignment and presentation and receive individual feedback focusing on style, register, and overall effectiveness.
Course conclusion with tips for continuous stylistic and register development.
Materials provided
All photocopies/handouts and powerpoint presentations provided
Minimum Level of English: B1 on the CEFR (Intermediate)
To Register: Click HERE
Delivery: in person at Dorset College.
Active Social Programme: We have an active social programme at the college which changes each month.
Accommodation Options: We have a number of options that participants can choose from. You can book your own accommodation or apply for Dorset College accommodation at enquiry stage. We offer student apartments or a host family. Accommodation prices are available upon request.