Engineering Centre for Languages & Inter-Communication course timetable
September 2024
| Tue 24 |
CLIC: Diversity Fresco
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The Diversity Fresco is a collective intelligence workshop that allows participants to experiment with the cognitive mechanisms at work when it comes to discrimination, to discover approaches aimed at reducing it, to debate their scope and their limits, while acquiring a common vocabulary to engage in constructive dialogue and bring about a more inclusive and peaceful society. Please follow this link for more information: https://fresquedeladiversite.org/en/ Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so the workshop can start at exactly 9.30am. There will be refreshments before and during the event and a sandwich lunch after. |
October 2024
| Fri 11 |
We will focus on refining participants' language for correspondence, focusing on native-speakers norms and choice of words as well as register for formal versus casual correspondence
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| Mon 14 |
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.
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| Tue 15 |
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.
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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. |
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| Wed 16 |
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.
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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:
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. |
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| Fri 18 |
CLIC: Core skills: Active Listening
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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.
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| Mon 21 |
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.
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CLIC: Public Speaking Club
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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. |
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| Tue 22 |
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.
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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. |
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| Wed 23 |
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.
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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:
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. |
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| Thu 24 |
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. |
| Fri 25 |
This workshop provides strategies, tips and feedback on presenting yourself with maximum impact in spoken situations, with advice also provided for written self-presentations.
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| Mon 28 |
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.
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CLIC: Public Speaking Club
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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. |
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| Tue 29 |
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.
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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. |
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| Wed 30 |
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.
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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:
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. |
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| Thu 31 |
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. |
November 2024
| Fri 1 |
CLIC: Chinese: Get the name right!
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“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. |
| Mon 4 |
CLIC: Public Speaking Club
[Places]
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. |