本书是为那些想要或需要学习学术文章英语的学习者所编撰。它涉及学术教材和文章，以及讲座、研讨会中所使用的语言；同时它还列出了大学生相关英语词汇。对需要参加英语讲座和演讲，或者参加国际会议的人非常有帮助。
Academic Vocabulary in Use is the perfect study aid for anyone using English for their academic work. Ideal for students of any discipline, from engineers or social scientists to business students or lawyers, it covers all the key vocabulary they will come across in academic textbooks, articles, lectures and seminars, allowing them to function confidently in an English-speaking academic environment. The book is designed for students at good intermediate level and above as well as those preparing for IELTS and other university entrance examinations.