English For Tech Professionals
University of Cape Town
Learn five main English skills (vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, speaking, and writing) using real-life tech-focused examples. Become a more effective communicator and prepare to land a job at an international tech company.
About this Course
This course is aimed at students of all backgrounds with Pre-Intermediate (A2) or Intermediate (B1) levels of English wishing to improve their English communication skills for a successful tech career. The course is right for you if: You have to communicate with international customers and navigate your daily tasks in English. You are in a non-technical role and want to improve your technical vocabulary, grammar, and business communication skills to better understand your clients and colleagues. You are switching careers and need to boost your English to get a job in the tech industry. What makes this course unique? The course helps you make English your everyday habit because it is built on the principles from the #1 New York Times bestseller "Atomic Habits" by James Clear. You will not only improve your English but also become a better tech professional by learning about new trends in tech
What You'll Learn
- Essential English vocabulary and grammar for communicating at work
- Speaking, writing, and listening skills
- How to write emails, bug reports, and formal tech documentation
- How to communicate in work chats
- How to pronounce common words and tech terms correctly
Prerequisites
- At least Pre-Intermediate English level