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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


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    University of Washington

    Business English: Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Business Correspondence, Outbound Calls, Inbound Calls, Professional Networking, Setting Appointments, Business Communication, Business Writing, Presentations, Coordinating, Vocabulary, English Language, Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension

    4.7
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    3.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Students: Ethics & Academic Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, digital literacy, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Intellectual Property

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Pre-Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Learning, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Voxy

    Intermediate English: Travel

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, English Language, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Language Competency, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Planning, Grammar, Vocabulary, Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    English Foundations: Everyday Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Literacy, Language Learning, Grammar, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Cultural Diversity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    English for Process Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar, Literacy, Writing, Oral Expression, Language Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Media Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Advertising, English Language, Media and Communications, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Diversity Awareness, Literacy, Cultural Diversity, Journalism, Culture, Social Impact, Grammar

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    2.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, English Language, Professional Development, Professionalism, Interpersonal Communications, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Basic English Skills: Travel

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Voxy

    Beginner English: Personal Information

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, English Language, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Grammar

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    75 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Business English: Planning & Negotiating

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Event Management, Communication Strategies, Business Writing, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Planning, Oral Expression, Writing, Proposal Development, Oral Comprehension, Decision Making, Language Competency, Customer Complaint Resolution, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    624 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Teach English: Intermediate Grammar

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Developing Training Materials, English Language, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    167 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Business English: Networking: University of Washington
  • Generative AI for Students: Ethics & Academic Integrity: University of Glasgow
  • English Pre-Beginner: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Intermediate English: Travel: Voxy
  • English Foundations: Everyday Communication: Arizona State University
  • English for Process Writing: Arizona State University
  • English for Media Literacy: University of Pennsylvania
  • Lesson | Small Talk & Conversational Vocabulary: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Basic English Skills: Travel: University of California, Davis
  • Beginner English: Personal Information: Voxy

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