Academic English (B2)

SWS: 2

ECTS: 3

Einstufungsergebnis: 50-70 

This course is intended for students who feel that they would like to consolidate their general language knowledge without a focus on English for special purpose topics. After successful completion of the course, you will be more competent in

• writing an essay or report which develops an argument, giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view
• synthesizing information and arguments from a number of sources in writing and speaking
• expressing your ideas and opinions convincingly in providing relevant explanations, arguments and comments
• understanding articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems
• quickly identifying the content and relevance of news items, articles and reports on a wide range of general and professional topics
• understanding standard spoken language on both familiar and unfamiliar topics
• following extended speech and complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar
• using a sufficient range of vocabulary and you show a relatively high degree of grammatical control

Certificate requirements: Regular attendance and ILIAS work and uploads are a must. Your grade will be based your ILIAS work and a final exam at the end of the semester.

Book recommended*: Empower B2 Second Edition Combo B with digital pack, Cambridge UP/Klett ISBN 3125407787

*Book recommended means that the course will use material from the book but less than 60%.