Ben Van Praag

Ben Van Praag is a Lecturer in International Teaching and Support at the English Language Unit of Bath Spa University, joining in September 2021. His work focuses on delivering pre-sessional English programs and supporting international students through academic skills development. He previously held roles at the University of Bath, managing English language support for undergraduates, postgraduates, and staff, and directed English courses at Kyungnam University in South Korea.

Academic Qualifications:

• BA (Hons) Fine Art, Staffordshire University
• MA Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, University of Bath
• Diploma in English Language Teaching to Adults (Delta), University of Bath

Ben's professional interests center on English language teaching through creative methods and expanding access to higher education for individuals from disadvantaged or marginalized backgrounds. He specializes in academic skills, communication training, and language development for non-native English speakers.

Contact: b.vanpraag@bathspa.ac.uk