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Englisch - Academic Presentation Skills C1 - C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice formal English-speaking situations such as seminar or conference talks, defenses, and project presentations. In the end you will be able to plan, deliver and constructively assess presentations at a high linguistic level (C1–C2) and master questions and discussion phases confidently.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0403Englisch - Academic Writing C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou write and revise essays in various genres (description, evaluation, explanation, argumentation, analysis) and learn to read and evaluate чуж texts critically. In the end you will be able to craft academic English texts clearly and coherently according to Anglo-American conventions, implement feedback from peers and instructors, and master spontaneous writing tasks in class.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0427Englisch - Basic English for Academic Purposes B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice academic skills in English: participating in seminars/tutorials, note-taking techniques, academic writing and presenting on subject-related topics. In the end you will be able to understand more demanding texts and write clearly and in detail in English yourself, as well as participate fluently and spontaneously in fachbezogenen discussions (subject-related discussions) (level B2).3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04311Englisch - Controversial Topics in Science and Technology C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will improve your English to C1 level based on controversial questions from science and technology. You will train speaking, discussion, presentation and writing on topics such as AI, climate, genetic engineering or ethics and you will be able to understand complex texts and express yourself fluently, structurally and appropriately for the situation.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0480Englisch - Creative Writing C1: Introduction to Narrative Strategies and Literary FormsNo ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou gain an overview of various narrative forms, techniques, and rhetorical devices (e.g., Nature Writing, Game Narrative Design, hybrid essays). You try out writing forms and narrative tools practically and analyze model texts to improve your expressive accuracy and text design at C1 level.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0497
39 more in Key CompetenciesEnglisch - English Conversation Partners Program B1-C1+No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice speaking in an informal, communicative environment: weekly meetings in the course plus small, campus-based private groups for further conversation outside class. In the end you will be able to express yourself more fluently in various social situations, paraphrase complex thoughts, and be more aware of cultural differences.2 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0495Englisch - English for Architects C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this module you repeat and deepen grammatical structures and practice them on architecture-specific topics. You train written and oral communication for study and professional life and develop strategies for independent, lifelong learning. In the end you will be able to understand complex, architecture-related texts, critically analyze them and convey your ideas in English to an international audience (GER C1).3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0404Englisch - English for Computer Science and the Tech Industry C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice communicative skills at C1 level with a focus on topics from computer science and the tech industry. In the end you will be able to understand demanding texts, express yourself spontaneously and fluently, and talk and write about future scenarios and hypothetical outcomes in a differentiated way.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04103Englisch - English for Technical Purposes C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou improve your English to C1 level with a focus on professional communication in the field. You will learn to review and apply advanced grammar targetedly, and train oral and written communication strategies for the professional everyday life and intercultural situations.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04110Englisch - English Grammar Compact B1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this course you review and reinforce fundamental structures of the English language with a focus on listening comprehension and speaking. By the end you will be able to understand main points in clear, standard language on familiar topics and handle most everyday situations linguistically.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0443Englisch - English in Science and Technology C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice scientific and technical English in discussions and presentations. In the end you will be able to use discipline-specific vocabulary more confidently, distinguish between formal and informal registers, and present content clearly and concisely in writing and orally.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0430Englisch - English Shorts: Mini Topics in the English Language B2-C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will repeat and practice selected English verb forms and grammatical structures (e.g., gerund/infinitive, reported speech, passive, modal verbs, Present Perfect vs. Past Simple, conditional clauses). In addition, you will train oral and written communication skills for the profession and learn aspects of intercultural communication as well as strategies for independent continued learning.2 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04112Englisch - English Through Cinema C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou watch films and discuss them intensively to gain a deeper understanding of the English-speaking world. In the end you will be able to discuss films critically, both orally and in writing, and place cultural contexts in their relation.2 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0418Englisch - English Writing for Social Scientists C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this course you work on your current research papers or theses and improve your scientific English at a high level. In the end you will be able to express yourself more precisely and clearly in writing, form coherent paragraphs and effective sentence constructions, and apply strategies for academic writing in English.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0421Englisch - Gateway to English Master's C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practise academic English competencies at C1 level: lecture comprehension, note-taking, discussions as well as scientific writing and presenting. In the end you can largely follow English-taught lectures, summarise the main ideas and write longer scientific papers and essays in English.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0488Englisch - Intensive Thesis Writers' Workshop C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou are working on your thesis and want to significantly improve your academic English. In the workshop we combine group seminars with individual advising conversations, so that you end up writing more clearly, precisely and more stylistically convincing academic English.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0471Englisch - Intercultural Communication C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this module you will engage with dimensions of cultural differences and theories of culture and communication. You will learn to recognize cultural differences and to act more effectively in international communication situations.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0414Englisch - Introduction to Academic Writing C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice academic writing in English (C1). In the end you will be able to produce longer, text with an academic character more clearly, precisely and with fewer grammatical errors as well as assess and revise texts by others.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0425Englisch - Introduction to English Pronunciation B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will learn the basics of English pronunciation, sounds (short and long vowels, diphthongs, consonants and voicing), the relation of spelling to pronunciation as well as word and sentence stress, linking of sounds and an introduction to intonation. By the end you will speak English more accurately and understand better how sounds are produced and connected; the module prepares for the English Pronunciation C1 course.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0417Englisch - Key Issues in Business and Technology B2 + C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will improve your English communication skills at levels B2–C1 with a focus on business and technology topics (e.g., sustainability, AI). By the end you will be able to understand complex texts and audio on current topics, critically analyze them, and convey your ideas in English confidently to an international audience.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04107Englisch - Literature, Technology and Society C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou engage with literary texts that connect technology and society across various historical periods. You read five works (e.g. novels, graphic novels, narrative non-fiction, or short stories), discuss them in seminars, and learn how technology alters our perception and social life. In the end you will be able to analyze complex texts, express yourself fluently and with nuance orally, and argue precisely in writing with evidence.5 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0458Englisch - Management and Shakespeare C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou analyze four pieces by Shakespeare to understand and practically apply principles of management and interpersonal questions. The topic is leadership versus management, decision-making, risk, conflict management, as well as personal and cultural identity. In the end you will be able to understand complex texts and express yourself fluently and in a structured manner at C1 level.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0411Englisch - Scientific Presentation and Writing C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice formal oral tasks such as presentations, disputations or conference talks in English as well as formal writing tasks such as technical articles, reports, project proposals or literature summaries. At the end you will be able to understand complex texts and lectures with high confidence, summarize information from different sources, and express yourself spontaneously, precisely and with nuanced meanings (level C2).3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0453Englisch - Selected Readings in Popular Science B2+C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou analyze and read selected texts from popular science to understand how authors' style, formats, and persuasion techniques vary. In the end you will be able to identify writing and reading strategies from popular science and apply them to clearer, more engaging texts of your own — also in an academic context.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04111Englisch - The Science of Science Fiction C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice communicative skills at C1 level using short texts and excerpts from science fiction literature. Topics align with your interests in scientifically-technical professional fields. In the end you will be able to understand demanding texts, express yourself spontaneously and in a differentiated way, and present complex issues clearly and in a structured manner, in particular describe future or speculative scenarios.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0442Englisch - Advanced Business Communication C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou engage with advanced English business communication (C2). You train reading, listening, speaking and writing based on current economic topics and you can analyze complex texts and convey your ideas confidently in English to an international audience.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0407Englisch - Basic English for Architects B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice and consolidate grammatical forms and domain-specific vocabulary related to architecture. You train written and spoken communication for study and professional life, and you develop strategies for autonomous continuation of learning. In the end you can understand complex, architecture-relevant texts, critically analyze them, and convey your ideas convincingly in English.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04041Englisch - Basic English for Scientific Purposes B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice scientific and technical English in discussions and in specialized presentations. By the end you will master vocabulary and expressions for Science & Technology at B2 level and be able to clearly distinguish between formal and informal registers as well as present content concisely.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0454Englisch - Basic English for Technical Purposes B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou rehearse and practice selected verb forms and grammar structures that are important for your technical studies (e.g., passive, reported speech, conditionals, tenses, gerund/infinitive). You train oral and written communication for the profession and intercultural competences. By the end you can understand complex texts, exchange ideas fluently with native speakers, and produce clear, detailed texts on topics related to your field (GER B2).3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0499Englisch - Creative Writing C1: The Art of Craft - Toward Publication: Critical Revision TechniquesNo ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou delve into narrative and rhetorical techniques for fictional and non-fictional texts and learn how form and content interact. In the end you will be able to apply advanced writing techniques, conduct peer-text work in workshops, and prepare manuscripts for publication.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0498Englisch - Critical Thinking and Science Writing C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will learn to critically question scientific texts and to write your own scientific texts in English clearly and factually. By the end you will be able to evaluate information from scientific literature, structure texts according to English-speaking scientific conventions, and write grammatically and rhetorically cleanly.4 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0452Englisch - English for Automotive Engineers C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou deepen and train grammar and vocabulary at C1 level with a focus on topics from business and technology. You practice both oral and written communication forms that are important in professional life, and you develop strategies for self-directed continuing learning.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0460Englisch - English for Nerds: Learning with Sci-fi and Fantasy C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will practice communicative skills at C1 level with texts and excerpts from science fiction and fantasy works, tailored to topics you choose in a needs analysis. In the end you will be able to understand demanding texts, express yourself fluently and differentiatingly, and clearly present complex and speculative factual matters.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04104Englisch - English for Political Science C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this module you prepare yourself to read and discuss political science texts in English fluently. The focus is on texts from political theory, comparative politics and international relations; students also select current contributions to accompany. In the end you can read academic texts at C1 level and discuss their content confidently.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0455Englisch - English for Scientific Purposes C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou practice scientific and technical English in discussions and presentations, improve written and spoken expression, and learn to distinguish situations according to formal or informal language use. By the end you will have an expanded technical vocabulary in science/engineering and improved reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills at the C1 level.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0429Englisch - English Grammar Intermediate B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou work specifically on English grammar at the B2 level (with elements of C1), e.g. tenses, quantifiers, definite article, relative clauses, phrasal verbs and punctuation. In the end you will be able to apply these structures more confidently in spoken and written expression and use them correctly in realistic communication situations.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0456Englisch - English in action - What is Art? ab B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou work on English grammar and expressions with a focus on topics from art and art history. You train oral and written communication that is used in study and profession, and you develop strategies for independent continual learning. In the end you can apply public speaking conventions in English and write clearly, concisely, and target-audience oriented.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04043Englisch - English Pronunciation C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will improve your English pronunciation for everyday, conversational situations and formal settings. By the end you will understand various English accents, recognize stress in words and word groups, and use features of fluent speech (linking, elision of sounds, intonation) as well as clear pronunciation in presentations.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0489Englisch - Focus on the USA C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishIn this module you prepare for study or work in the USA and engage critically with cultural differences and common US stereotypes (e.g., exceptionalism). In the end you will be able to understand complex texts, express yourself spontaneously and in a differentiated way at the C1 level, and write well-structured texts on demanding topics.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0420Englisch - Great Minds in Science and Technology C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou are dealing with 6–8 technical texts (articles, chapters, books) from natural sciences and engineering and you prepare presentations on them. In the end you will be able to discuss technical topics in English, argue, evaluate texts, and write scientifically in English yourself (C1 level).3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04102Englisch - Introduction to Critical Thinking and Science Writing B2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou learn to critically read scientific texts in English, to question them and to apply what you have read to your field. You also practice the structure, style, grammar and argumentation of English-language scientific texts and, in the end, you will be able to independently write reports and papers according to the corresponding conventions.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0479Englisch - Poetry and Design C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center English3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04106Englisch - Professional English for Business and Technology C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou train professional communication skills in English for business and technology. You work with current economically relevant topics (e.g., ethics, sustainability, leadership, diversity), practice reading, listening, speaking and writing, and learn to understand complex texts, critically analyze them and present your ideas in English effectively.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ04108Englisch - Transatlantic Relations: Current Affairs in the U.S. and the E.U. C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishYou will improve your English to C1 level by talking and writing about current topics in the USA and the EU. At the end you will be able to present complex topics in a clear and structured way, communicate spontaneously and fluently, and understand and produce demanding texts.3 ECTSno date this semesterSZ0438
2 more modules match, but they are taught in German. Show themEnglisch - English Grammar Advanced C1No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center English3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ04105Englisch - Writing Academic Research Papers C2No ratings for this module yet.[SZ0003-04] TUM Language Center EnglishDu lernst, wissenschaftliche Texte auf Englisch zu planen, zu strukturieren und zu verfassen. Am Ende kannst du eine Forschungsfrage bearbeiten, ein Abstract und eine 15-minütige Konferenzpräsentation erstellen sowie ein bis zu 5.000 Wörter langes wissenschaftliches Paper mit angemessener Sprache, Struktur und Zitierweise vorlegen.3 ECTSruns this semesterSZ0406