2027 courses
During this course you’ll learn to tell the story of your research in correct, concise English. Besides discussing the build-up of a good paper, the course also focuses on typical language pitfalls, academic vocabulary and structures. You'll submit your own texts and receive feedback from a specialised teacher to help you become more aware your own strengths and weaknesses.
Who for | Researchers and lecturers (and others with an interest in writing academic/scientific 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 | €270 (UAntwerp – only internal transfer/interne verrekening) €315 (UAntwerp without internal transfer/interne verrekening) €315 (non-UAntwerp) |
Registration deadline |
Content
- features of academic writing: general features, linguistic features, academic conventions
- structure: typical phrases used in different sections of academic papers, techniques to improve text coherence, linking words (e.g. hence)
- strategies for improving your own texts (e.g. use of synonyms)
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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