"English B1.2" is a general English course at intermediate level (level B1 of the CEFR). It provides opportunities to practise all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) as well as grammar and vocabulary.
Coursebook: New Language Leader Intermediate ISBN 978-1447961499
Topics: personality, travel, work
Grammar: present perfect and simple past, simple and continuous tenses, question formation
Further grammar points can be covered on an as-needed basis.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of the course you will be able to
- understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.
- understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday language
- enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events)
- connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes and ambitions
- briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans
- write straightforward connected text on familiar topics or those of personal interest.
Admission requirements: 37-43 points in our online placement test
Credit points: 2
Credit requirements: active participation, regular homework assignments, end-of-term exam
