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Implementing English for Academic Studies Increase usage: Use of credit KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden

Implementing English for Academic Studies Increase usage: Use of credit KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden

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Background KTH is a highly prestigious Institute of Technology in Sweden. Its Swedish students generally follow a fi ve-year Bachelor plus Master programme. Education at Bachelor’s level is primarily conducted in Swedish, and the Master’s level is delivered in English. Many international students join Swedish students at Master’s level. International students were originally seen as the main target audience for the English for Academic Studies course, but now many Swedish students are taking it as well. Both groups need to develop their academic writing in English, even though generally the basic level of English is higher among Swedish students than international students. International students also need help adjusting to a new academic environment. Challenges Courses in langua

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