2 courses have been completed within the framework of cooperation between Zaporizhia Polytechnic National University and Cardiff University

This partnership was created through the UK-UA Twinning initiative, and since 2023, academics and students of all levels have the opportunity to improve their communication and critical thinking skills, create academic texts and teach educational components in English.

This semester, the course “English for Academic Purposes” was held and classes were held in the Conversation Club under the leadership of Kelly Wrigley, a lecturer at Cardiff University.

We are sincerely grateful to Kelly for the interesting, useful, rich classes, for the friendly atmosphere for learning and for her care for the participants!

A special thanks to the Cardiff University collaboration coordinator, Daniel Cornelius, English Language Programme Manager, for organising the courses for three years now, for his individual approach to the academic needs of our community and for his comprehensive support!

Participant feedback:

What did you like about the course?

Bohdan Dushyn, PhD student: «I liked the ability to practice speaking English in lessons. I was also interested in most of the topics; the exercises were very instructive and fun, and the discussions were quite interesting. I really liked the positive, supportive atmosphere in the lessons as well.
I liked a friendly environment, very interesting tasks and lessons overall, also I liked the quiz on the last lesson, it was really enjoyable and instructive!) Besides, all lessons were unique with specific, non-repetitive themes, which I also like a lot.”

Maks Fedorenchik, PhD student: “useful facts, community, fun”; clear info; new facts about British culture; the atmosphere during the lesson Olga Nemykina, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronic Apparatus: “A friendly atmosphere that reduces anxiety, helping members overcome language barriers and build confidence in speaking. Diverse & Interesting Topics: Engaging discussions on varied, relevant subjects (like travel or culture) that stimulate conversation and make learning enjoyable. A great teacher who was in tune with the student audience”.

Hanna Laptieva, Associate Professor, Department of Integrated Welding Technologies and Structural Modeling: “Communication with active participants, the opportunity to freely discuss interesting topics (even off-topic), a friendly atmosphere, and the opportunity to learn more about the traditions of Great Britain and Wales”.

Maryna Shyrokobokova, Master’s degree student: “I really liked the lesson’s structure and the availability of study materials. Each topic discussed was interesting, and the instructions were clear enough”.

Sergii Guliaiev, PhD student: “topics, format of discussion, and time of lessons”.

Alisa Zinovkina, Bachelor’s degree student: «A friendly environment, a variety of interesting topics for discussion, and non-stressful, non-boring assignment formats.
The teacher created a very pleasant and friendly environment, so studying was enjoyable and stress-free. The teacher also provided engaging discussion topics and questions related to the main lesson, which increased student interest and active communication. There was no mandatory homework, but there were optional assignments. This is the best approach because it’s flexible and allows for comfortable learning, whether you have no time for homework or are willing to put in extra effort.”

Volodymyr Goltvyanytsya, Associate Professor, Department of Machines and Foundry Technology: “A pleasant teacher, clear and structured presentation of material, good explanation of material”.

Vladyslav Kushch, Bachelor’s degree student: «1. Useful material for the future. 2. The way the teacher provided the lessons and the material. 3. The variety of material provided”.

Yevhen Nefodov, PhD student: “Lesson structure, quizzes, new ways of sharing ideas and opinions, speaking skills improvement; Improved my academic writing. Helpful feedback from the instructor. Practical and useful lessons”.

Vladyslav Terletskyi, Bachelor’s degree student: “I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere, interesting tasks, and an amazing teacher”.
Artur Zavydnyi, Bachelor’s degree student: “The teacher’s kindness, approachability, and the relaxed atmosphere during communication”.

Olena Syvachuk, Senior Teacher, Department of Foreign Philology and Translation: “What I liked was that the people who attended were actually there and genuinely engaged”.

Nataliia Zhukova, Acting Head, Department of Foreign Philology and Translation: “I really liked Kelly’s genuine engagement, topical content, and active participants.”