Bridging Program

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The Bridging Program (BP) helps students prepare for graduate study conducted in English at AIT by strengthening students’ English proficiency and academic abilities, specifically by developing their potential to plan and carry out research work and their confidence and skills to undertake self-directed learning. Students will live and learn in an English-speaking environment, become accustomed to the way things work at AIT, and begin to feel at home in AIT’s multicultural community.

This intensive six-week program prepares postgraduate students to succeed in English-medium academic environments. It develops foundational academic skills through interactive, student-centered learning focused on real-world academic and professional contexts. Each week follows a distinct theme and integrates writing, speaking, vocabulary development, critical thinking, and collaborative activities.

By the end of the program, students will be able to:

– Communicate ideas clearly in spoken and written academic English

– Work collaboratively on tasks and research-related activities

– Use academic vocabulary accurately and appropriately

– Summarize, synthesize, and reflect on academic sources

– Present research-informed ideas with confidence

– Navigate common academic expectations (emailing, referencing, discussions, etc.)

Week

Theme

Focus & Outcomes

Week 1

Building Bridges – Foundations for Success

Develop a supportive learning community; practice academic etiquette; improve basic writing, speaking, and vocabulary; set learning goals

Week 2

Innovation and Creativity – Thinking Outside the Box

Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking; engage in creative group tasks; explore innovation in academic and professional settings

Week 3

Research Rigor – Navigating the Academic Landscape

Build information literacy; practice summarizing and synthesizing; develop ethical research practices and referencing skills

Week 4

Communication & Collaboration – Sharing Your Expertise

Improve teamwork and communication skills; participate in discussions; learn from alumni and apply lessons to academic contexts

Week 5

Interdisciplinary Perspectives – Connecting Knowledge (Gamified Learning)

Explore connections across fields; apply academic skills in challenge-based, gamified activities; work collaboratively under time constraints

Week 6

Looking Ahead – Presenting Yourself and Your Ideas

Reflect on learning; develop personal academic presentations; improve self-presentation and future goal setting