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Academic English Courses

Academic English courses can help you learn effective writing techniques, advanced grammar, and critical reading skills. You can build skills in crafting essays, delivering presentations, and engaging in academic discussions. Many courses introduce tools like citation management software and online collaboration platforms, that support organizing research and enhancing communication in academic settings.


Popular Academic English Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Essential English for University Success

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Communication, Writing, Honesty, Social Skills, Writing and Editing, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Communication Strategies, Research, Research Reports, Editing, Style Guides

    ★ 4.7 (342) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Energy and Utilities, Research Methodologies, Vocabulary, Climate Change Adaptation, Learning Strategies, Climate Change Mitigation, Literacy, English Language, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Language Learning, Scientific Methods, Environmental Science, Grammar, Emerging Technologies

    ★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Academic Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Report Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Peer Review, Media and Communications, Journals, Research and Design, Research Design

    ★ 4.6 (153) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Duke University

    English Composition I

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Persuasive Communication, Writing and Editing, English Language, Visual Storytelling, Case Studies, Journalism, Editing, Style Guides

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • R

    Rice University

    English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Writing, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Active Listening, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Language Competency, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Language Learning, Organizational Skills, Communication

    ★ 4.6 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Telephone Skills, Interviewing Skills, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Presentation, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Non-Verbal Communication, Public Speaking, English Language, Vocabulary, Business Communication, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Social Skills, Professionalism, Communication Strategies, Professional Development

    ★ 4.7 (10K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Career Development

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Vocabulary, Writing, Business Writing, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Correspondence, Concision, Social Skills, Professional Networking, Rapport Building, Job Analysis, Business Communication, Communication, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Recruitment

    ★ 4.8 (17K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Reading and Comprehension of Text in English

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning, Bilingual (Spanish/English)

    ★ 4.1 (103) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of London

    Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Literacy, English Language, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar

    ★ 4.7 (661) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Improve Your English Communication Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Sales Presentations, Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, Professional Development, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Professional Networking, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing, LinkedIn, Web Content, Social Media Content

    ★ 4.7 (27K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Intermediate B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning, Stress Management, Education and Training, Higher Education, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    ★ 4.6 (474) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Language Competency, Teaching, Literacy, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, Language Learning, digital literacy, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Digital Transformation

    ★ 4.9 (22K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular academic english courses

  • Essential English for University Success: University of California, Irvine
  • English for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Academic Writing: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • English Composition I: Duke University
  • English and Academic Preparation - Grad Track: Rice University
  • Speak English Professionally: In Person, Online & On the Phone: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • English for Career Development: University of Pennsylvania
  • Reading and Comprehension of Text in English: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
  • Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A Task Based Approach: University of London
  • Improve Your English Communication Skills: Georgia Institute of Technology

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