Course offerings for academics

What makes you a successful academic? In addition to doing solid, meaningful, and pioneering research, it is crucial that you communicate effectively. How do you do that? How do you make complex material accessible to the general public, write a readable thesis or article, present a keynote speech or inaugural lecture, convince a committee, and stay in control in the media?
Wageningen in’to Languages helps academics communicate successfully and with more pleasure about their research with colleagues and a wider audience.
Tailor-made communication courses and coaching
Pitching for a grant
The odds of receiving good news after an interview with NWO and ERC are lower than 50%. Your presentation and answers will make a real difference in the 20 minutes in which you get to speak. Reason enough to optimally put yourself and your research in the limelight to improve your odds.
We at In'to know how to do all of these things like no other at this point. We will gladly let you benefit from our insights.

Grant writing
Grant applications: the competition is fierce, the chance of success is small and significance is high. In this tailor-made course, we work on your application in a result-driven way. The result is a scientific proposal that sells itself.

Inaugural lecture coaching
Your inaugural lecture is an excellent opportunity to guide the listeners through your academic field. But how do you put years of research and ambition into words in a way that will captivate colleagues, family, and friends alike for 45 minutes?

Dissertation defence coaching
Would you like to come ‘on stage’ for your defence feeling well prepared? Would you like to have someone to brainstorm with about your layman's talk and how you will present it? Would you like to practice answering difficult and multi-layered questions with confidence and positivity? This coaching programme can give you the confidence you need to present a convincing story with enjoyment.

Media training
How do you make sure your message comes across clearly, convincingly and credibly, even on camera? How do you stick to your story, even when faced with difficult questions? In this tailor-made course, we prepare you optimally for media appearances. We devote attention to both content and presentation so that you can step into dialogue powerfully and with confidence. You will learn how to speak to journalists effectively, with greater ease and confidence.


Pitching for a grant
The odds of receiving good news after an interview with NWO and ERC are lower than 50%. Your presentation and answers will make a real difference in the 20 minutes in which you get to speak. Reason enough to optimally put yourself and your research in the limelight to improve your odds.
We at In'to know how to do all of these things like no other at this point. We will gladly let you benefit from our insights.

Grant writing
Grant applications: the competition is fierce, the chance of success is small and significance is high. In this tailor-made course, we work on your application in a result-driven way. The result is a scientific proposal that sells itself.

Inaugural lecture coaching
Your inaugural lecture is an excellent opportunity to guide the listeners through your academic field. But how do you put years of research and ambition into words in a way that will captivate colleagues, family, and friends alike for 45 minutes?

Dissertation defence coaching
Would you like to come ‘on stage’ for your defence feeling well prepared? Would you like to have someone to brainstorm with about your layman's talk and how you will present it? Would you like to practice answering difficult and multi-layered questions with confidence and positivity? This coaching programme can give you the confidence you need to present a convincing story with enjoyment.

Media training
How do you make sure your message comes across clearly, convincingly and credibly, even on camera? How do you stick to your story, even when faced with difficult questions? In this tailor-made course, we prepare you optimally for media appearances. We devote attention to both content and presentation so that you can step into dialogue powerfully and with confidence. You will learn how to speak to journalists effectively, with greater ease and confidence.
English language courses
Do you currently lecture or teach in English, or will you be doing so soon? Or do you just want to communicate in English with greater ease and to appear more professional? An English course can help you do just that.
Dutch language courses
Is Dutch not your native language and would you like to learn it or improve your Dutch language skills? Thena Dutch course may be of interest to you.
Tailor-made language courses
Would you like to learn English, Dutch, Spanish or French for a specific purpose? With a tailor-made language course, you get exactly what you need: a programme that matches your communication goals, wishes, and schedule.
We provide tailor-made courses to individuals as well as to teams or whole departments. During a free intake interview, we will map out your starting level, learning objectives and needs. You will then receive a non-binding quotation with a training proposal.
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