Engineering Centre for Languages & Inter-Communication course timetable
July 2024
Fri 5 |
This course is suitable for students who have studied or picked up Spanish at basic level and who want to revise and progress onto intermediate topics and language and to discover Hispanic culture. The main focus is learning through communication and interaction. We will get together, which offers us many possibilities to watch videos, listen to audio, read texts, write and especially speak in small and large groups. ¡Te esperamos! |
CLIC: French: Beginner (Intensive)
Finished
Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation. |
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Mon 8 |
CLIC: French: Beginner (Intensive)
Finished
Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation. |
Thu 11 |
CLIC: French: Beginner (Intensive)
Finished
Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation. |
Fri 12 |
CLIC: French: Beginner (Intensive)
Finished
Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation. |
August 2024
Tue 6 |
This EDI series supports the University’s EDI strategy concerned with promoting disability awareness and supportive and humanised workplace. The series encourages thinking differently about disabled colleagues or students, to get ‘a feel for the situation’ from their perspective, and to become inspired to help them achieve their professional goals. This series is being delivered by Dr Zrinka Mendas. Other workshops in this series are:
This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session. |
September 2024
Tue 24 |
CLIC: Diversity Fresco
![]() The Diversity Fresco is a collective intelligence workshop that allows participants to experiment with the cognitive mechanisms at work when it comes to discrimination, to discover approaches aimed at reducing it, to debate their scope and their limits, while acquiring a common vocabulary to engage in constructive dialogue and bring about a more inclusive and peaceful society. Please follow this link for more information: https://fresquedeladiversite.org/en/ Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so the workshop can start at exactly 9.30am. There will be refreshments before and during the event and a sandwich lunch after. |
October 2024
Fri 11 |
We will focus on refining participants' language for correspondence, focusing on native-speakers norms and choice of words as well as register for formal versus casual correspondence
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Mon 14 |
The focus is on structure, logical flow, the effective development of ideas, accuracy and critical analysis. This course is mainly aimed at non-native English speakers but native speakers are welcome to attend.
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Tue 15 |
Unfortunately, since most interested PhD students can’t attend on this day/at this time, the course will not run in the format planned. Instead, those who have registered for/are interested in the course will receive a series of individual writing supervisions that can be scheduled at a time/day of choice as per need. Email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) with any questions. Three face-to-face group workshops are followed by 1 individual supervision per participant. The workshops address common errors related to writing dissertations and publishing papers in terms of style, structure and accuracy, including discussion on the use of AI in academic writing. The individual supervision provides personalised advice for improvement. If you are unable to attend but would like writing support, please email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements.
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CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language
![]() This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture. Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos. |
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Wed 16 |
This course is designed for non-native speakers of English and covers a variety of spoken language, ranging from the more formal language needed for seminars, discussions and conferences, to the more informal everyday language used in the office or the student house, or in wider social settings, whether online or face-to-face. The course, wherever possible, will take into account the needs and wishes of the participants. This is an opportunity to meet people and to practise your spoken English online in an informal and relaxed environment.
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In today's competitive landscape for future engineers, technical skills alone won't make you stand out. Recruiters now prioritise 'soft' skills, such as collaboration, communication, time management, and resilience. These skills are challenging to teach and showcase. Join our workshop to:
Unlock the potential of your soft skills to excel both at Cambridge University and in your future engineering career and join us for an interactive online session. This is not a webinar. This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session. To participate you must have your webcam switched on. |
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Fri 18 |
CLIC: Core skills: Active Listening
![]() We will focus on how to overcome listening difficulties and discuss a range of effective active listening strategies for academic, professional and social settings, tapping into CUED contexts.
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Mon 21 |
The focus is on structure, logical flow, the effective development of ideas, accuracy and critical analysis. This course is mainly aimed at non-native English speakers but native speakers are welcome to attend.
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CLIC: Public Speaking Club
![]() Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word. Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact. Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia. |
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Tue 22 |
Unfortunately, since most interested PhD students can’t attend on this day/at this time, the course will not run in the format planned. Instead, those who have registered for/are interested in the course will receive a series of individual writing supervisions that can be scheduled at a time/day of choice as per need. Email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) with any questions. Three face-to-face group workshops are followed by 1 individual supervision per participant. The workshops address common errors related to writing dissertations and publishing papers in terms of style, structure and accuracy, including discussion on the use of AI in academic writing. The individual supervision provides personalised advice for improvement. If you are unable to attend but would like writing support, please email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements.
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CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language
![]() This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture. Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos. |
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Wed 23 |
This course is designed for non-native speakers of English and covers a variety of spoken language, ranging from the more formal language needed for seminars, discussions and conferences, to the more informal everyday language used in the office or the student house, or in wider social settings, whether online or face-to-face. The course, wherever possible, will take into account the needs and wishes of the participants. This is an opportunity to meet people and to practise your spoken English online in an informal and relaxed environment.
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In today's rapidly changing world, we need a new mindset and specific skills to navigate new challenges caused by disruption. This workshop will address the qualities needed to thrive in 'the new normal'—a landscape defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). The secret is to turn challenges into opportunities, but how? Join our workshop to:
Learn how to navigate the complexities of today's world - join us for an interactive online session. This is not a webinar. This is an interactive workshop and you will be expected to contribute to the session. To participate you must have your webcam switched on. |
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Thu 24 |
Join to practice your British Sign Language skills in a friendly environment. Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos. |
Fri 25 |
This workshop provides strategies, tips and feedback on presenting yourself with maximum impact in spoken situations, with advice also provided for written self-presentations.
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Mon 28 |
The focus is on structure, logical flow, the effective development of ideas, accuracy and critical analysis. This course is mainly aimed at non-native English speakers but native speakers are welcome to attend.
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CLIC: Public Speaking Club
![]() Are you looking to build confidence in public speaking in an informal, supportive and relaxed environment? Join our club designed to help you gain confidence and develop a toolkit of speaking skills. You’ll learn essential tips and strategies, while receiving feedback from both peers and professionals. Seize this chance to learn the art of rhetoric and the power of the spoken word. Whether you're aiming to captivate audiences, motivate teams, or inspire change, this club will give you the tools and confidence to make an impact. Our first session features published author and renowned TEDx speaker Guy Doza. For over a decade, Guy has worked with C-suite executives, directors, and intergovernmental organisations, in areas including justice, gender and AI technology, and with the universities of Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Georgetown and Columbia. |
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Tue 29 |
Unfortunately, since most interested PhD students can’t attend on this day/at this time, the course will not run in the format planned. Instead, those who have registered for/are interested in the course will receive a series of individual writing supervisions that can be scheduled at a time/day of choice as per need. Email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) with any questions. Three face-to-face group workshops are followed by 1 individual supervision per participant. The workshops address common errors related to writing dissertations and publishing papers in terms of style, structure and accuracy, including discussion on the use of AI in academic writing. The individual supervision provides personalised advice for improvement. If you are unable to attend but would like writing support, please email Nicola (nch23@cam.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements.
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CLIC: Introduction to British Sign Language
![]() This course is designed for learners who have very limited or no previous knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL). The course aims to enable individuals to understand and use BSL effectively for purposes of practical communication with deaf or hard of hearing people, to develop understanding of the BSL sentence syntax and to learn more about a Deaf Culture. Please note this course is not credit-bearing and so cannot be used as part of a Tripos. |