English

Overview courses

• Global English

  In this course, we discuss factors in the global spread of English. We examine different varieties of English that are used around the world, and we consider linguistic and social consequences of the use of English as a global language.

• Minor English: Grammar and Writing 1

  This course provides an introduction to the most important aspects of formal written English, in particular academic texts, and gives you an idea of English textual conventions. It also provides a treatment of the most important aspects of English grammar.

• Minor English: Pronunciation and Presentation

  Your English pronunciation will be assessed and you will train English pronunciation features according to personal goals that we will set at the beginning of the course. You will also practise giving a presentation in English.

• Minor English: Writing 2

  You will further develop your own writing skills and learn more about features of good texts, focusing on coherence, cohesion and clarity. We also examine differences between disciplines and you will conduct a small analysis of the language in your discipline.

• Minor English: English in my own Discipline

  In the final course, you will apply all skills and theory to conduct an analysis of linguistic features of your own choice in texts from your own discipline. You will give a presentation about your analysis and write a research report.