Academic Genres (B2+-C1)
Module overview
This six-session module introduces students to a range of academic genres, including abstracts, essays, and research papers. Students will explore the conventions that shape these different genres and put them into practice through a variety of hands-on writing activities. Particular attention will be paid to how academic writing changes according to audience, purpose, and disciplinary expectations. Through guided practice, discussion, and the analysis of academic texts, participants will develop practical strategies for producing clear, coherent, and well-structured academic writing.
Dates
21, 28 April
05, 12, 19 and 26 May 2027
Time
Wednesday 12:15pm to 1:45pm
Venue
Av. du 1er-Mars 26
Room : D63
Level
B2-C1
Module workload
The module consists in 3 hours of in-class instruction and around 6 hours of independent study. When students take it alongside other modules, they can obtain the equivalent of 3 ECTS credits in Academic English, which may be recognized by certain study programmes or faculties.
Teacher
Suzana Zink
Undergraduate and graduate students with an intermediate to advanced level of English (B1+-C1) who need to produce written assignments or other forms of academic work (such as dissertations and theses) in English.
There are no specific entry requirements other than the student’s level of English. The module is intended for students with a proficiency level of at least low B2 (intermediate/upper-intermediate).
Before the start of the module, students will be required to take a placement test at the EMA.
The module will enable students to:
- familiarise themselves with the structure of abstracts across disciplines;
- recognise the typical components of an abstract;
- practise writing an abstract of their own.
The module is divided into two sessions:
- Abstracts: purpose and structure
- Abstracts: writing practice and peer-review
To receive a certificate for the module, students are expected to:
- attend both sessions;
- do the required coursework;
- submit one written assignment.
Module materials will be distributed in class and made available on the Moodle module page.
Registration : 1 February to 20 April 2027
Price
Contact
Secrétariat du Centre de langues
Tél. +41 32 718 11 06
secretariat.cdl@unine.ch
