This course aims to enhance students’ English language skills in critical reading, academic writing, as well as speaking.

This course strengthens students’ ability to: (1) read academic discourse by analysing the rhetorical and linguistic features used in academic writing; (2) respond critically to ideas through examining and evaluating evidence and arguments; (3) write coherent and structured academic essays by developing core transferable skills in critical thinking, reading, and writing; and (4) use reflection and self-assessment to become more independent and competent readers, listeners and writers.