Engineering Centre for Languages & Inter-Communication course timetable

This course, which is for non-native speakers, will cover all the main aspects of English pronunciation.

It will take place on Tuesdays (09:00am to 11:00am) and will start online. However, depending on the wishes of the participants, it may be possible to have face-to-face teaching later in the course.

When online, we will meet together for approximately one hour, and then reconvene in smaller groups of three or four, for extra practice, after the Tuesday class. The practice sessions will be 20 minutes per group (groups/times to suit, to be arranged in class).

If you have any questions or would like further information, please email Helen East (hre21@cam.ac.uk).

• NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
• Delivery format (online and/or in person)

Writing for Engineers Refining papers for publishing: a course for post-docs

In this course we will work directly with text written by you, the course participants. We will analyse and edit extracts from draft and published papers, always with the aim of honing the language to improve clarity, precision and style. In doing so we will explore questions of grammar and key concepts in academic writing, learning to identify weaker areas and developing expertise in improving them.

The course consists of four workshops followed by one individual supervision.

• NB. Please read ATTENDANCE section below before signing up for this course.

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.

This course, which is for non-native speakers, will cover all the main aspects of English pronunciation.

It will take place on Tuesdays (09:00am to 11:00am) and will start online. However, depending on the wishes of the participants, it may be possible to have face-to-face teaching later in the course.

When online, we will meet together for approximately one hour, and then reconvene in smaller groups of three or four, for extra practice, after the Tuesday class. The practice sessions will be 20 minutes per group (groups/times to suit, to be arranged in class).

If you have any questions or would like further information, please email Helen East (hre21@cam.ac.uk).

• NB. Please read the Attendance section below before signing up for this course.
• Delivery format (online and/or in person)

Writing for Engineers Refining papers for publishing: a course for post-docs

In this course we will work directly with text written by you, the course participants. We will analyse and edit extracts from draft and published papers, always with the aim of honing the language to improve clarity, precision and style. In doing so we will explore questions of grammar and key concepts in academic writing, learning to identify weaker areas and developing expertise in improving them.

The course consists of four workshops followed by one individual supervision.

• NB. Please read ATTENDANCE section below before signing up for this course.

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.

Writing for Engineers Refining papers for publishing: a course for post-docs

In this course we will work directly with text written by you, the course participants. We will analyse and edit extracts from draft and published papers, always with the aim of honing the language to improve clarity, precision and style. In doing so we will explore questions of grammar and key concepts in academic writing, learning to identify weaker areas and developing expertise in improving them.

The course consists of four workshops followed by one individual supervision.

• NB. Please read ATTENDANCE section below before signing up for this course.

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.

Humans have been relying on non-verbal signals for understanding long before we started using languages. That means, that our unconscious brain is still attuned to it and is working very hard every time you communicate with someone. First impressions are built in seconds!

In this session, you will learn about the basics of non-verbal communication (such as posture, eye contact, voice and more), will learn how to use body language to project confidence, build rapport and increase presence both physically and virtually.

This workshop will be delivered in a hybrid format. Feel free to join online or in person.

If you join in person a sandwich lunch will be provided. Please let us know if you're attending in person and any dietary requirements by 26th April.

Discover a bit more of Cambridge each term. Meet a member of our English team in CLIC and then take a guided walk to learn about different aspects of the city.

Session 1: Outline of the Lab

• Intro to the Falling Walls concept/background. Rules of the competition. Past Examples. Suggestions for basic structure. Elements of a successful 3 Minute Pitch, with appropriate visual materials. Next Steps.

Session 2: Targeted Training

• Defining requirements. Identifying suitable topic. Vocal delivery, content selection and presentation, body language tips. Key linguistic strategies. Tricks for your 3 PPTs.

For a long time, it was assumed that the responsibility of functioning well in an English-speaking environment lies solely with non-native speakers. However, it's now widely recognised that it's a shared responsibility, and English-speaking individuals (both native and proficient speakers of English) can play a significant role by being more inclusive.

In this session, you will find out what it takes to become a better communicator by exploring the concept of accent bias and discovering strategies to overcome it. You will also gain greater cultural awareness of the differences between direct and indirect communication styles, as well as practical tips and techniques to enhance your effectiveness in an international context.

This workshop will be delivered in a hybrid format. Feel free to join online or in person.

If you join in person a sandwich lunch will be provided. Please let us know if you're attending in person and any dietary requirements by 3rd May.

In today's fast-paced world, remote work has become a norm, and engineers must be equipped with the right tools to excel in this environment. This workshop will cover various aspects of remote collaboration. You will gain insights into the challenges and disadvantages of remote teams and learn strategies to overcome them. Understanding the importance of psychological safety and rapport building, you will discover techniques to foster trust and connection among team members in a virtual setting. Intercultural aspects of remote collaboration will also be explored, as diverse teams may face unique communication and cultural challenges. You will learn how to navigate cultural differences, promote inclusivity, and create an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued.

This workshop will be delivered online.

Session 1: Outline of the Lab

• Intro to the Falling Walls concept/background. Rules of the competition. Past Examples. Suggestions for basic structure. Elements of a successful 3 Minute Pitch, with appropriate visual materials. Next Steps.

Session 2: Targeted Training

• Defining requirements. Identifying suitable topic. Vocal delivery, content selection and presentation, body language tips. Key linguistic strategies. Tricks for your 3 PPTs.

Introductory course to German. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of German. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Introductory course to Japanese. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of Japanese. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Fun introductory course to Spanish. This course is for those with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Introductory course to German. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of German. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Introductory course to French. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of French. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

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 from home with Zoom, which offers us many possibilities to watch videos, listen to audio, read texts, write (there is even a whiteboard!) and especially speak in small and large groups. ¡Te esperamos!

Introductory course to German. This course is for those with no previous knowledge of German. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

Fun introductory course to Spanish. This course is for those with little or no previous knowledge of Spanish. Communicative context, with videos, audio, texts and conversation.

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 from home with Zoom, which offers us many possibilities to watch videos, listen to audio, read texts, write (there is even a whiteboard!) and especially speak in small and large groups. ¡Te esperamos!