The Business School
This page contains timetable information on Subject Specific Academic English support classes for students in the University of Exeter Business School (UEBS). These workshops are open to students at all levels of study, but we also offer sessions specific to doctoral students at the business school, and you can find information about these under the Academic Reading and Writing menu.
Enrol quickly and easily:
- Click on the drop down menus for Academic Reading and Writing and Oral Communication for Business Students
- Select the best time for you.
- Click on the link to enrol.
Enrolling in one session will automatically enrol you in all subsequent sessions at this time, but if your timetable changes it is easy to cancel your enrolment via the system or by emailing insessional@exeter.ac.uk .
To make the most of all our English Language Skills Development resources, join our bespoke MS Team: Academic English for Business where you will find materials, tips, strategies for effective use of academic English.
And you should explore our independent learning resources here: Guided Independent Learning site.
Workshops
Tool Kit for Study
Our Tool Kit for Study is a set of workshops specifically designed to meet your needs as you undertake assignments in term 2. There are four different workshops to choose from in weeks 2-5, and then from week 7 we will be offering additional workshops based on student demand.
Look out for us and our banner in La Touche too - come and ask a question or just say hello!
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Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students
| Title: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students - Building Arguments |
| From: | 14:00 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| To: | 16:00 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| Presenter: | Ayca Durrant |
| Categories: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
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Building Arguments – Develop reading and effective note-making skills, and develop your critical thinking, analysis, and evaluation skills and synthesising to build strong, persuasive arguments in your writing. This workshop helps you communicate ideas effectively and present well-supported academic arguments in your research. This workshop will be delivered online and you will receive a link to join the meeting once you enrol. |
| Title: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students - Text Structure & Coherence in Writing |
| From: | 10:00 Monday, March 23, 2026 |
| To: | 12:00 Monday, March 23, 2026 |
| Presenter: | Ayca Durrant |
| Categories: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
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Text Structure & Coherence in Writing – Develop your understanding of text structure, including what to write in introductions, body paragraphs and conclusions. Enhance clarity and flow in your academic writing by using cohesive devices. This workshop equips you with the tools to create coherent, well-structured texts for effective communication of complex ideas. This workshop will be delivered online and you will receive a link to join the meeting once you enrol. |
| Title: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students - Writing Research Proposals |
| From: | 14:00 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 |
| To: | 16:00 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 |
| Presenter: | Ayca Durrant |
| Categories: | Academic Literacy and English for Business School PGR Students |
| Registration: | Registration is required for this event. |
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Writing Research Proposals - Develop your understanding of writing research proposals with a clear structure and persuasive language. This workshop supports you in presenting your research ideas convincingly, focusing on clarity, academic conventions, and effective proposal organisation. This workshop will be delivered online and you will receive a link to join the meeting once you enrol. |
Oral Communication for Business School students: Talking about Business
These sessions aim to develop oral fluency and confidence and help you build language and strategies for more active participation in your programme and university life. The sessions will focus on talking about business - each one will take a theme and provide opportunities for discussion and debate.
Topics may include, the impact of Gen AI on Business, sustainability in Business, transferable skills, upskilling for the workplace and the impact of geopolitics on business. Students are welcome to suggest their own topics.
The sessions are repeated twice each week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please sign up below.
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