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03 February 2026  |  30 June 2026

English for University Success

Applications accepted until
20 January 2026
Short Course Coordinator:
Mmabotsile Myeni
Accreditation:
Certificate of Competence
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Course dates
03 February 2026 - 30 June 2026
Applications close
20 January 2026
Overview
This course equips students with essential academic English skills for success in university and professional contexts. Participants learn to plan, draft, and refine academic essays, apply correct referencing and citation conventions, and avoid plagiarism. The course enhances reading comprehension through strategies such as skimming, scanning, summarising, and synthesising information from multiple sources. Students also practise group discussions and presentations to build speaking confidence and fluency. By integrating academic literacy with ethical writing practices, this course helps students communicate clearly and effectively in academic and professional environments. Ideal for aspiring university students and professionals seeking language refinement. A quality-assured certificate from the University of the Witwatersrand is issued on successful completion.
Duration
11 Weeks
Format
2.5-classes twice a week x 10 weeks, with exam in week 11
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    The course content addresses the following topics:


    • The writing process (planning, crafting, drafting, editing, revising, proofreading)
    • Exposure to the structure and organisation of an academic essay

    • Increasing reading speed and exposure to citation styles

    • exposure to referencing and avoiding plagiarism 
    • Reading extended texts 

    • Skimming and scanning for information 
    • Summarising, synthesising, and paraphrasing texts
    • Editing and proofreading your writing 
    • Speaking in groups and offering opinions / viewpoints
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