Continuing cooperation with Cardiff University: studying English
Zaporizka Polytechnic University continues cooperation with Cardiff University, creating conditions for improving the skills of students and academic staff to communicate in English.
Weekly meetings are held in the «Speech Club» and in «Academic English» classes. Experienced teachers Richard Benson and Kelly Wrigley help participants expand their vocabulary, improve their English listening and academic writing skills, learn more about Welsh culture, and support and strengthen their confidence in using the English language.
This partnership is implemented by the Department of Foreign Philology and Translation of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University and the Department of English Language Learning Programs at Cardiff University in the person of Daniel Cornelius, who has been coordinating the work of his team with our university for several years and also teaches classes.
Read the comments of course participants on the website:
Reviews of course participants:
Anna Bakurova, Professor, Department of Systems Analysis and Computational Mathematics
This course content fully meets my needs. It takes into account everyday conversational practice, trains pronunciation and synonymous chains.
I like the teacher’s explanation the most in the course.
Vladyslav Korolkov, Professor of Management Department, Head of the Project Activity Department
There are slight problems with understanding the language from a native speaker, but I’m getting used to it a little. I hope that this will allow me to improve my knowledge of the English language.
Anton Matiukhin, Head of Metal Forming Department
It immerses me in the English-speaking environment.
Olena Gubar, Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Customs Affairs
I am delighted to join the English-speaking class again because constant practice helps maintain my skills.
A relaxed atmosphere provided by the brilliant teacher Richard. He tactfully corrects our mistakes and is always happy to answer questions.
Olha Serhiienko, Associate Professor, Department of Foundry Technology and Equipment
It helps me practice speaking and finding fast responses in conversations in English, which are skills I don’t have a chance to practice elsewhere.
I like working in small groups, which ensures everyone gets a chance to speak. Richard is also great at providing relevant tidbits for our discussions.
Yurii Gavrilov, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law
What I enjoy most about the course is connecting with other people who are also motivated to improve their English skills.
The course has been instrumental in helping me improve my speaking confidence and fluency in English
Dmytro Karnaukh, PhD student
It is fully in line with my expectations. I improve my pronunciation and speaking skills.
Kapustyan Alex, PhD student
The course content is very useful. I learn new words, phrases , topics and try to practice speaking in English
Oleksandr Hrusha, student, Faculty of Business Technologies and Economics
The course helps me to increase my vocabulary and develops my ability to think in English. I really like discussing interesting topics with teacher and other students.
Veronika Karnaukh, student, Faculty of Computer Sciences and Technologies, Software Tools Department
It helps me to develop my social skills, while also trying to communicate in different topics, testing my language
I like the atmosphere and the fact I understand teacher’s (Richard’s) accent without any problems
Tykhyi Andrii, student, Faculty of Computer Sciences and Technologies, Software Tools Department
I like the format of this course. I really enjoy how the course helps me improve my speaking skills in an interactive environment. The opportunities to practice with others, get feedback, and learn new techniques for clear communication are what I like most. It’s not just about theory but about real-world application, which boosts my confidence and ability to express myself better in different situations.
