Academic Learning and Enrichment
This enriching program is designed for international university students who are seeking to advance their academic knowledge and enhance their awareness of global competencies while improving their English skills. Through engagement in core classes focused on undergraduate-level literacy and sustainable development, as well as a variety of rotating courses, students will improve their English abilities, acquire practical or applicable skills, and become familiar with University of California campus culture. This program enables students to gain a greater understanding of their own capabilities which will help them be successful throughout their undergraduate education.
Program Benefits
- Gain applicable academic skills
- Improve English abilities through an integrated instructional approach
- Develop global competencies
- Learn about American university education and culture
- Engage in authentic learning such as project-based, task-based and experience-based learnings
- Get involved in experiential learning and community engagement on campus
- Study in a safe, diverse and friendly college town
Program Details
The program features core academic preparation and a variety of rotating content-based courses on various topics. The curriculum emphasizes skill building and language development and provides opportunities for practical application in the classroom and in real-life situations. Students in the program also engage with UC Davis undergraduate students during in-class and extracurricular activities.
This track consists of a combination of classes:
- Two core classes: Academic Literacy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Two pre-determined rotating classes per quarter that allow students to deepen their understanding of a particular topic. Sample courses:
- Winter: U.S. Society and Culture, Listening and Speaking
- Spring: Understanding Society Through Social Media, Intercultural Communication Skills
- Summer: Exploring California, Public Speaking Skills
- Fall: Wordcraft (textbook: Great Writing Nat Geo/Cengage), Current Topics in U.S. Society
Minimum English Eligibility Requirement
The Academic Engagement Track is designed for students whose English level ranges from high beginner to advanced. Students can enroll at CEFR level A2 or above. This is 40 on the TOEFL IBT, 435 on the TOEFL PBT, 3 on the IELTS, 75 on Duolingo, 31 on the Michigan English Placement Test, or higher. Students have the option of sending evidence of their English language level along with their application, or we will provide you with an English language placement test to determine your level so we can place you accordingly.
Access to Academic Support
The Assistant Director will provide strategic oversight to ensure the highest academic standards for the program. The Program Coordinator will manage the day-to-day operations and serve as a dedicated resource for students, offering individualized support and guidance to enhance their program experience.