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English Language, Upper Intermediate
English language, Upper Intermediate
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.
Objective
Linguistic targets In this course, students will work towards the skills listed in level C1 of the Council of Europe Global Scale (such as understanding articles and reports about contemporary issues; writing clear, detailed texts on subjects related to their interests; presenting information and arguments for or against a particular point of view, participating actively in discussions in which they have to justify and sustain their opinions, etc.). To this end, there will be a systematic focus on grammatical accuracy (tenses, modal verbs, prepositions, articles, recognition and correction of typical errors, etc.) vocabulary (word-formation, synonyms & opposites, words easily confused, idioms & collocations, phrasal verbs, etc.), writing skills (narrative & description, formal & informal letters, notes & instructions; sentence-structure, paragraphing, style & register, punctuation, etc.), oral expression and pronunciation, and listening/interview skills.
Content
Topics Our language work will embrace themes of general interest and personal relevance, such as travel, leisure & entertainment, food, social change, and the individual & society.
Resources
Literature
A course book will be used, which students will be expected to buy (further details will be given on the Sprachenzentrum website) and students will need to own a monolingual dictionary.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | English language, Upper Intermediate |
|
2 h weekly |