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Professional retraining programme

Fundamentals of academic and research communication in a foreign language

The course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required for successful communication in a globalized setting. In today's interconnected world, effective communication is paramount for engaging in academic, research, and professional interactions across linguistic and cultural boundaries. By enhancing participants' linguistic proficiency and intercultural competence, the course aims to prepare them for the challenges of working and collaborating in an increasingly diverse and international environment.

One of the key objectives of the course is to elevate the professional level of participants within the existing qualification framework. Through targeted modules and practical exercises, participants will deepen their understanding of academic-related concepts and practices, thereby enhancing their ability to contribute meaningfully to scientific research activities. The course also seeks to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills, essential for navigating complex situations in a multilingual and multicultural setting.

Course content:

1. Academic study

2. Academic Writing and Publications

3. Academic correspondence

4. Academic Events

Upon completion of the advanced training programme, learners will be able to:

- possess the ability to effectively utilize their foreign language skills acquired from previous education levels;

- be adept at preparing and editing professional-oriented texts, as well as confidently presenting their own and established scientific findings in public settings;

- demonstrate proficiency in engaging in discussions and debates within the realm of green economy;

- hone their skills in working with diverse materials from multiple sources, enabling them to craft analytical reviews on specified topics;

- excel in researching, gathering, and synthesizing factual information;

- draw insightful and well-founded conclusions;

- provide a comprehensive characterization of key parameters and emerging trends within the field of their scientific interests.

Category of listeners: persons having secondary professional education, having/receiving higher education, who speak English at least at Intermediate level
Labour intensity: 320 academic hours
Form of education: part-time with the use of distance education technologies
Course language: English
Learning time: 9 months
Issued document: Professional retraining diploma of the established sample with the qualification "Specialist in academic and research communication in a foreign language"
Course cover  Open Course "English for academicson Stepik

Абонентам  RUB 63,000 (RUB 31,500 per term)

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