This course aims to strengthen comprehensive communication skills in academic settings at the graduate level for those who plan to pursue advanced study abroad as a degree or exchange student. With these skills, the students will be able to effectively communicate with instructors and peers in the multicultural context and prepare quality presentations and writing works. An integrated learning framework is designed with focus placed on formal reading, listening, speaking, and writing communication skills indispensable for excellent performance in academic institutions.

There is no single textbook that fits this course. Supporting lecture notes and supplemental material for in-class discussions are to be distributed following the progress of the course.