Communication is the practice of sharing information, conveying messages and connecting with audiences. Given that good communication is one of the top skills sought by employers, the ability to express yourself and your ideas clearly and effectively can set you apart and allow you to pursue numerous career paths with confidence.
Our non-credit courses and programs help you enhance specific communication skills depending on your desired outcome and application.
- English communication skills
Develop your English communication skills for Canadian business and social contexts in our part-time courses. Focus on speaking, pronunciation, writing or presenting in supportive and interactive classes taught by expert instructors. Meet and connect with other international professionals as you develop practical skills and a deeper understanding of the nuances and etiquette of English communication, particularly in work situations. Receive valuable feedback in class and learn self-correction strategies to continue progressing after the course ends.
Take one course or several and enjoy the flexibility of part-time, in-person or online learning that fits your schedule.
- English language readiness
Many English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners and international high school students face a gap between their current English skills and the level needed to thrive in school and work. With growing expectations for digital communication and AI awareness, EAL learners need flexible, accessible ways to strengthen their language proficiency and build confidence using new technologies.
Developed by Vantage College, our offering helps EAL learners strengthen their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while developing AI literacy through fully online, instructor-supported learning. Engage with generative AI as both a tool and a topic and develop communication abilities that carry directly into university and future pathways.
- Intercultural communication
Developing your ability to engage effectively across cultural differences enhances your communication skills, enables you to build intercultural understanding with increased awareness of systemic inequities and provides tools to improve relationships across diverse contexts.
We offer unique learning opportunities that allow you to increase your intercultural and diversity knowledge base, cultivate cultural intelligence and build your cross-cultural communication skills for work in diverse local or international settings.
- Science communication
Science communication is about taking complex science, health and medical ideas, and creating accurate and effective communications that inform, educate and engage audiences. Learn how to create accurate science, health and medical communications with educators and pioneers in biomedical visualization and communication, interactive design, human-centered design, medicine, graphic and visual arts, and other specialties.
For more information, call 604 822 1444 or visit UBC Extended Learning.