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English Language, Upper Intermediate B2
English Language, Intermediate Upper
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:52:45
Abstract
This course is suitable for students who possess the skills defined in level B2 of the Council of Europe Global Scale, and takes them towards level C1. The aim is to enhance students' oral and written competence for academic purposes.
Content
This course is designed for students who possess the skills defined in level B2 of the Council of Europe Global Scale (below the level of Advanced Cambridge Certificate). Our language work will embrace themes of general interest and personal relevance, such as travel, leisure & entertainment, social change, and the individual and society. We shall work towards and consolidate the following skills: Understanding articles and reports about contemporary issues; writing clear and detailed text on subjects related to your interests: presenting information and arguments for or against a particular point of view, participating actively in discussions in which you have to justify and sustain your opinions.
Resources
Literature
We shall use a course book: New Cambridge Advanced English by Leo Jones (CUP) and you will need a monolingual dictionary.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | English language, Intermediate Upper |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | English language, Intermediate Upper |
|
1 h weekly |