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University of Cape Town

English For Tech Professionals

University of Cape Town via edX

Overview

This course is aimed at students of all backgrounds with Pre-Intermediate (A2) or Intermediate (B1) levels of English wishing to improve their English communication skills for a successful tech career.

The course is right for you if:

  • You have to communicate with international customers and navigate your daily tasks in English.
  • You are in a non-technical role and want to improve your technical vocabulary, grammar, and business communication skills to better understand your clients and colleagues.
  • You are switching careers and need to boost your English to get a job in the tech industry.

What makes this course unique?

  • The course helps you make English your everyday habit because it is built on the principles from the #1 New York Times bestseller "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.
  • You will not only improve your English but also become a better tech professional by learning about new trends in tech

Syllabus

Module 1. Web3 and Emerging Technologies

Module 2. Outsourcing Vs. Product Companies

Module 3. Formal Communication and Documentation in Tech

Module 4. Agile Software Development

Module 5. Non-technical Careers in Tech

Module 6. Tech Communities and Career Growth

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