Engineering Centre for Languages & Inter-Communication course timetable

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.

• NB. Please read the 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 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.

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

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:

• Understand what soft skills are and why they matter during your time at Cambridge University and in your future career.
• Learn how to recognize your unique soft skills and effectively present them to future employers and within the academic context.
• Gain practical guidance on leveraging your strengths and improving areas of development in soft skills.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

• NB. Please read the 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 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.

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

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:

• Gain a clear understanding of what VUCA is and explore practical ways to leverage it to your advantage.
• Identify the core skills necessary to navigate the VUCA environment successfully.
• Develop a practical plan tailored to your own growth and adaptation in this in this dynamic environment.

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.

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.

This workshop provides strategies, tips and feedback on presenting yourself with maximum impact in spoken situations, with advice also provided for written self-presentations.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

• NB. Please read the 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 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.

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

Most students and researchers will experience culture shock in some form when interacting with people from all over the world in Cambridge. While we all speak the same language, the unwritten rules of social norms can make our interactions challenging. If you have recently moved to the UK, you might feel lost or disoriented. If you come from the UK but are not accustomed to interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds, you might also struggle. International diversity is key to Cambridge's success, so embracing culture clash as part of the journey is important.

Join our workshop to:

• Gain a better understanding of the cultural integration process.
• Learn about culture shock and what you can do to navigate it.
• Discuss the positives of diverse cultures as part of your unique experience at Cambridge.

Get ready to overcome culture shock 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.

You must have your webcam switched on.

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.

“Pronouncing someone’s name correctly can make people feel valued, honoured and respected — and mispronouncing their name creates real problems.” Gerardo Ochoa

This session will explore Chinese names. How to pronounce them. What it says about the person. The stories behind names. The focus will be on pronunciation but you will also be welcome to share your own experience and tell your stories.

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.

Blogs and online articles are becoming ever more important as a shop window to spread word of your work.

They can draw attention to the great things you’re doing, generate income, build partnerships and establish you as a leader in your field.

The statistics say organisations and their staff with blogs produce significantly more potential new opportunities and collaborations than those without.

This 90 minutes, highly interactive workshop teaches you all you need to know to write beautiful and highly beneficial blogs, from the importance of a title, to lovely layouts, and even smartphone photography.

Trainer bio

Simon Hall leads a course in writing, public speaking and storytelling skills at the University of Cambridge, and is a Senior Research Associate at Jesus College, Cambridge.

He also runs his own business communication agency, Creative Warehouse.

Simon has 20 books published, ranging from business and communication to crime fiction.

Previously, he was a broadcaster for 20 years, mostly as a BBC Television, Radio and Online News Correspondent.

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.