2027 courses

Struggle to find the right words in formal academic papers and presentations? This course will refresh your memory of the most common academic vocabulary mistakes to avoid, such as using everyday informal words instead of their formal equivalents. You'll also learn about frequently confused words and mistranslations, and receive tips and tricks for memorising and mastering the new words you come across.

Who for
Researchers and lecturers
(and others who often write formal texts)
Where
Stadscampus
When
February-May 2027
Dates
Exact dates will be published in October 2026
Time
Exact hours will be published in October 2026
Price
€180 (UAntwerp – only internal transfer/interne verrekening)
€205 (UAntwerp without internal transfer/interne verrekening)
€205 (non-UAntwerp)
Registration deadline


Content

The topics include:

  • the right register: formal versus informal language use (e.g. get versus acquire)
  • confusing words (e.g. economic versus economical)
  • vocabulary pitfalls (e.g. or X or Y > either X or Y)
  • typical collocations (e.g. a classic example of)


Evaluation

There is no test at the end of the course. We can issue a certificate of attendance on request.


Registration and payment

University of Antwerp ZAP and OP3 staff have priority and can take this course for free. Please check Pintra.

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