Grammar and Vocabulary (B2-C1)

SWS: 2

ECTS: 3

Einstufungsergebnis: 58-90 

This class is designed for those who want to develop an advanced knowledge of English grammar as well as develop an extensive vocabulary. The grammar and vocabulary topics will include:  

• Review of tenses
• Passive voice
• Conditionals
• Reported speech
• Compound and complex sentences
• Thematic vocabulary (i.e., law, art, books and literature, environment)
• Phrasals, collocations, idiomatic expressions
• Prefixes and suffixes

We will practice these grammatical constructions and areas of vocabulary in communicative exercises in class. Be prepared to work in the self-study center as well.

Certificate requirements: Regular attendance and homework is a must. Your grade will be based on homework you have to hand in, active participation and a final exam.

TOEFL and IELTS Preparation Course (B2-C1)

SWS: 2

ECTS: 3

Einstufungsergebnis: 58-90

The course develops your test taking skills for the TOEFL and IELTS examination.

The primary aims of this course are: 

• to become familiar with the format, organization, and scores of the tests
• to learn more about the differences between the two tests, and how to register and to self-study for the tests
• to practice the types of questions that are asked in each section
• to develop the English language skills that are necessary to be successful on the test
• to practice reading and the tested reading tasks, listening comprehension, addressing the speaking prompts, and responding to the writing tasks

Practice material will be provided in class. 

Advanced Oral Skills (B2-C1)

SWS: 2

ECTS: 3

Einstufungsergebnis: 60-95

This is course is for students who wish to become skilled in spoken communication in English. This means

• speaking with a highly natural flow
• making very few mistakes in speaking
• having near-standard pronunciation
• expressing yourself eloquently
• being able to control the tone

We will achieve this through exposure to rich authentic visual and audio material as well as by performing a variety of speaking tasks, e.g. classroom discussions, debates, and oral reports. The course?s assessment is based on participation in class discussions, assignments and an oral and written final exam.