Course Overview
The English for Higher Education Professionals course is an intensive professional training course that aims to help participants express themselves more confidently and accurately in English in international Higher Education settings while also getting the opportunity to experience and explore the charm and vibrancy of modern day Dublin.
Who is it for?
Academics and Administrators working in Higher Education Institutions who need English to regularly interact effectively with students and colleagues. You must have at least a B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level of English to join this course
2023 Dates
| Spring 2023 | Summer 2023 | Autumn 2023 | Winter 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd April – 8th April | 17th July – 29th July | 2nd October – 6th October | 11th December – 15th December |
| 10th April – 15th April | 14th August – 25th August | 9th October – 13th October |
Format
This English for HE Professionals course can be organised as either a one-week or two-week course and consists of 20 classroom-based sessions per week, plus an extensive cultural and social programme led by your teacher trainers.
Who is it for?
Academics and Administrators working in Higher Education Institutions who need English to regularly interact effectively with students and colleagues.
Course Aims
Methodology
Participants are expected to actively participate in the workshops, and applied exercises and tasks, to reflect on their own practice, and share thoughts, ideas and expertise in pair work, small groups and with the class as a whole. Critical thinking and active peer and self-evaluation are essential for the course.
During the course participants will also take part in a range of afternoon activities where they will be encouraged to develop their language skills in a more informal environment outside the classroom and further enhance their knowledge of contemporary Ireland and the vibrant city of Dublin.
Course Themes and Sample Timetable
The English for Higher Education Professionals course has three main components:
The Language Skills for HE component has two distinct strands. One for academics, and a distinct one for administrators working in HE to reflect their different professional duties and tasks.
* Language Skills for HE – Academics Strand
* Language Skills – Administrators Strand
To ensure your course meets your development objectives, the schedule of sessions on every course is drawn up and agreed with each group of participants and Erasmus Plus coordinators on the basis of pre-course training needs analysis questionnaires.
| Week One (Sample) | Session One 9am to 10.40am | Session Two 11am to 12.40pm | Afternoon Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Course Orientation Improving Cross-Cultural Communication in the workplace | The fundamentals of public speaking: ideation, influence and impact | Orientation Tour around Dublin |
| Tuesday | Professional writing skills 1: emails and email etiquette | Ireland, Brexit and the EU | Portobello Local History Walk and Talk Tour |
| Wednesday | Business meetings 1: setting the agenda, introductions, discussion management and time management | Adapting oral and written messages to meet particular cultural requirements and expectations | Visit to St Patrick’s Cathedral & Marsh’s Library |
| Thursday | Project management: explaining processes and timelines | Ireland – The Border and a Border Poll | The Liberties (gentrification) Walk and Talk Tour with teacher |
| Friday | Conference calls: setting up, discussion management, closing and follow up | The Irish Education System | End of course Irish Coffee |
| Saturday | Full day excursion to Glendalough (County Wicklow) |
Follow Up
Participants on the course are encouraged to keep in contact, sharing materials and experiences when back in your own classrooms. Follow-up contact is made with the participants three months after completion of the course to gather feedback on the effectiveness of the classroom activities presented and on how your teaching practice has been developed. The course trainers are available for follow-up advice and support at all times.
Price List
1 - week training course
- Programme includes materials, excursions and activities.
- Additional Fee: Homestay Accommodation: €265 for one week of host family accommodation (single room, half-board) + €65 placement fee
2 - week training course
- Programme includes materials, excursions and activities.
- Additional Fee: Homestay Accommodation: €530 for two weeks of host family accommodation (single room, half-board) + €65 placement fee