English Speaking Proficiency (C1 → C2)
With this course you focus on speaking at a very high level in English. You will sharpen your sense of language, speak with maximum precision and move easily in complex conversations. You will work toward level C2 during the course.
About the English Speaking Proficiency course
Do you work or study in English every day and have you already reached an advanced level, but would you like to refine your language skills? In this Advanced English Speaking Course, you’ll take your oral skills to the highest level. You’ll practice longer conversations on more complex topics. The focus is on speaking actively in challenging situations. In addition, you’ll further expand your vocabulary to add nuance to various types of conversations. Attention is also given to metaphors, idioms, and everyday expressions.
In 9 English speaking lessons:
- you’ll improve your presentation skills.
- you respond appropriately to questions.
- communicate appropriately across different networks.
- Join the conversation about current events, globalization, and the economy.
- you know how to use irony and understatement.
- Do you know the differences between British and American English?
In this course, you will work toward achieving C2 language proficiency. By the end of the course, you will be able to navigate any English-speaking environment with confidence and precision. You will express yourself fluently and with nuance, even when discussing complex or unexpected topics. You will speak with conviction and impact.
Time investment
Sessions
This course consists of 9 meetings.
Lesson duration
Each class lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Frequency
In this course, you will have classes once a week.
Self-study
You do 2 hours a week of self-study at home.
Who is it for?
This course is for anyone studying or working in English who wants to refine their speaking skills. You would like to learn to speak fluently and confidently at the highest level. The course is suitable for anyone who is proficient in English at C1 level.
Determine your language level
Would you like to know which course best suits your language level? We would be happy to help you! Take our free entry test and receive personal advice so that you get the most out of the course.
Do you prefer to take classes in a different format? Check out the options.
Private lesson
One-on-one
Want to make faster progress with personal attention? With 1-on-1 lessons, you’ll receive customized guidance tailored to your learning goals and pace.
Business
With your colleagues
Looking for a course for your team or organization? Choose a hands-on customized course that is fully aligned with your organization’s goals.
Schedule
View the schedule for the different start dates here:
Pricing
Course price: € 475,-
Excluding course materials
A language course is an investment in yourself. In your self-confidence. In your future in the Netherlands or beyond. That’s why at Babel, we work with you to figure out the costs. You don’t always have to pay for a course yourself. Sometimes DUO helps out. Sometimes your employer does. And sometimes you get a discount. Find out what’s possible for you. Read more about the Funding for your course.
Method
Our teaching method combines a structured approach with hands-on working methods. The lessons are active, personal, varied and practical. There is always attention for your pace and learning style. Curious about how we design the course?
Approach
You work alternately in pairs, small groups and classrooms. So you practice intensively with situations you encounter in your everyday life, such as asking something in a restaurant and telling a story to family or colleagues. In the lessons you speak English as much as possible, so you make faster progress and build up confidence.
Teaching Materials
You work with the book “English Vocabulary in Use (Advanced),” supplemented by additional worksheets and videos. The material connects to practical themes and helps you to apply the language directly in your own life. This way you learn not only the rules, but especially what works in practice. Before the start of the course, we will inform you how you can easily order the learning materials so that you can start your lesson well prepared.
Teachers
You will be taught by an experienced teacher who has an eye for your learning goals and development points. You will regularly receive targeted feedback on your language use, pronunciation and communication. The teacher guides you step by step through the material and provides a safe learning environment in which you dare to practice and visibly grow.
Certificate of Participation
You will receive a certificate of participation from us if you have actively participated in at least 80% of the meetings.
Do you have a question?
info@babel.nl 
030 227 0008 
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What our students say
4.8/5 op basis van 120 reviews
Good choice to enrich your language skills
Took a course to improve my English writing skills. Am very satisfied with the way the course is mostly practical in design, making it immediately useful. The instructor has the right skills and can convey the material well.
Excellent instructors and engaging, interactive learning materials
Took an English course online for three months in a class of +- 15 people. The material is very engaging and current, which makes learning easier and more fun. Also, the classes are very interactive, which means you stay focused and talk a lot in English.
Approachable, good content
The step was quite big for me to start, but the entry level is very accessible. All aspects are adequately covered; speaking, listening, reading, grammar. You get good feedback. Because there is a lot of material to do independently, you can get as much out of it as you want.
Frequently asked questions
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