- English for Academics is a communication skills course for academics who need to work and socialise in English. Aimed at B1 level and above, this two part series practises using English in a range of situations, from making small talk at a conference to giving a presentation, from reading a range of academic texts to writing academic correspondence, abstracts and summaries. The academic vocabulary lists in the books provide a comprehensive list of key words and the free online audio supports the development of listening and speaking skills. The audio is available at cambridge.org/englishforacademics together with a free practical Teacher"s Guide for the series.