How to Boost Your English Skills for University Success

Are you planning to study for a university degree but feel insecure about your English reading and writing skills? Do you want to learn how to read academic texts, take notes, write essays, and use academic vocabulary effectively? If so, you need to enroll in OpenLearn's English: Skills for Learning course.

This course is designed for anyone who wants to improve their English for academic purposes. It will help you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed in your studies and beyond. The course covers topics such as:

• Academic reading and note-taking strategies
• Essay writing and academic style
• Vocabulary building and grammar improvement
• Sentence Structure and Punctuation
• Self-awareness and study preferences

The course is free and lasts eight weeks, with approximately three hours of study time each week. You can work at your own pace and access the course anytime, anywhere.

By completing the course, you will earn an Open University digital badge that you can display on your profile and share with others. You will also receive an OpenLearn Statement of Participation showing your progress and achievements.

Access the course here: https://www.open.edu/openlearn/education-development/english-skills-learning