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    Pathway Programs Programs in Academic English

    A pathway program is a course designed to introduce students to a university-style education. Typically lasting one year, pathway programs act as a great entryway into the world of academia for international students who lack the proficiency in English necessary for a traditional two- or four-year program. Programs are available for a number of studies, with topics ranging from the arts to engineering.

    What is a pathway program in academic English? The academic English program is all about reading comprehension, writing and communication skills. While simultaneously developing personal English proficiency, academic English is geared toward the pedagogy and processes behind learning English, particularly in a higher institution. Coursework often involves written and reading assignments meant to practice rhetoric and grammar while building an understanding of how ideas are communicated in the English language.

    From this coursework, students typically gain the ability to communicate more clearly and precisely in both professional and social settings. With this comes stronger writing and storytelling skills. Students may also gain a better understanding of the culture surrounding the English language.

    Many students enjoy pathway programs because they tend to be a reasonably affordable part of the university experience. However, each program is unique and prices can differ between schools, so students should be sure to contact their school of choice to learn more.

    Studying academic English during the pathway program can eventually lead to a number of careers within the academic sphere. Most prominently, many students move on to become successful English teachers and professors. Some may become directors or assistants within their school's writing centers. Others find themselves taking unexpected jobs, such as college administrators or high school principals, as the skills learned through academic English can be applied to many kinds of careers.

    Finding a pathway program may be easy as there are a plethora of programs in countries all over the world. Many of these can be completed over the internet for those students who require flexibility. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.