ÖzU English Language Support Center

The ÖzU English Language Support Center provides personalized English language support to students at Özyeğin University, helping them develop their language skills, overcome individual learning challenges, and become more confident and independent learners.

We recognize that every student has a unique learning journey, with different strengths, needs, and areas for improvement. While classroom instruction provides a foundation for language development, some learning needs require more individualized attention. The ELSC aims to address these needs by offering students guidance and support tailored to their individual learning goals.

At the School of Languages (ScOLa), we believe that learning extends beyond the classroom. Regular practice, independent study, and opportunities to use English in meaningful contexts are essential for continued language development. The ÖzU English Language Support Center supports this process by encouraging students to take an active role in their learning and providing opportunities to strengthen their English skills outside regular class hours.

The ÖzU English Language Support Center consists of three centers, each focusing on different aspects of English language development: the Study Center, Speaking Center, and Writing Center.

Study Center

The Study Center offers individualized academic and language learning support to all Özyeğin University students, including those enrolled in the English Preparatory Program and undergraduate or graduate programs.

Students can receive guidance and support in the following areas:

• Language development: Addressing difficulties related to English grammar, vocabulary, language use, and written conventions.
• Academic language skills: Developing essential skills such as reading and listening comprehension in English.
• Writing development: Improving writing skills, particularly to help preparatory students meet the language proficiency requirements of their current level or the TRACE examination.
• Independent learning and study skills: Developing effective study habits, strengthening learner autonomy, exploring self-study strategies, and making better use of library resources.

The Study Center aims not only to help students address immediate learning challenges but also to equip them with strategies for continued, independent language development.

Speaking Center

The Speaking Center provides a supportive and welcoming environment where all Özyeğin University students can practice spoken English, develop their communication skills, and gain confidence in expressing themselves.

With a particular emphasis on spoken communication, the center offers students opportunities to receive individualized support and constructive feedback in the following areas:

• Fluency development: Practicing speaking in a supportive environment to communicate more naturally and confidently.
• Speaking strategies: Learning and applying practical strategies to improve fluency and maintain effective communication.
• Spoken accuracy: Using newly learned grammar and vocabulary in meaningful contexts and receiving feedback on language use.
• Assessment preparation: Preparing for speaking-related assessment tasks in the School of Languages.
• Academic speaking skills: Developing the skills needed to participate in discussions, deliver presentations, and communicate effectively in academic settings.
• Everyday communication: Engaging in informal English conversations in a relaxed, non-intimidating atmosphere.

Whether students wish to prepare for an academic presentation, improve their spoken accuracy, or simply become more comfortable speaking English, the Speaking Center provides opportunities to practice and make progress toward their individual goals.

Students who wish to benefit from the Study Center or Speaking Center can access the “ÖzU English Language Support Center” page on the Learning Management System (LMS). Information about accessing the page is shared through university announcements and classroom bulletin boards.

ÖzU Writing Center

The ÖzU Writing Center provides face-to-face academic writing support to undergraduate students and, subject to resource availability, graduate and doctoral students.

The center helps students strengthen their academic writing skills and develop greater confidence in producing clear, well-organized, and effective written work in English.

Support is available in the following areas:

• Academic writing development: Developing skills for writing essays, research papers, academic articles, projects, reports, and other academic texts, including citation, referencing, and paraphrasing.
• Feedback on written assignments: Receiving constructive feedback and recommendations on academic writing assignments, research papers, projects, and other written work required by students' academic departments.
• Application writing: Reviewing letters prepared for international internships, employment opportunities, and educational applications, with guidance on organization, format, word choice, and grammatical accuracy.
• Workshops and presentations: Participating in scheduled workshops and presentations addressing common challenges in academic writing, including sessions organized in response to requests from academic departments.

The Writing Center aims to support students throughout the writing process, helping them develop the skills and strategies needed to become more effective and independent academic writers.

Students who wish to receive support can visit the “ÖzU Writing Center” page on the LMS and schedule an appointment with a writing consultant by selecting a convenient available time slot.