English level 3
Locations: Virtual Classroom, Utrecht
Do you need to develop your English for work or study? In the course English level 3 we will help you on your way. We will use a great variety in exercises to work on all your language skills.
During the lockdown (at least until 2 March), all our on-site courses will be taught in the virtual classroom. As soon as it is possible, we will switch back to teaching on location. So, you can enrol without any problems for an on-site language course. We offer you a worry-free start to your course with our flexible booking policy.
See how Anouk found the virtual classroom here (in Dutch).
About the English level 3 course
Conversation practice about everyday topics will increase your vocabulary and fluency. This course on B1 level will provide you with the knowledge you need for more advanced courses.
The course focuses on:
- expanding your vocabulary;
- increasing general conversational skills;
- developing reading skills and acquiring self-study skills;
- improving pronunciation;
- increasing knowledge of grammar;
- improving listening skills;
- improving writing skills.
Conversation practice about everyday topics will increase your vocabulary and fluency. Grammar revision will make you more confident about your accuracy in using English. This course will also provide you with the knowledge you need for more advanced courses.
Learning goals
This English level 3 course is relevant when you have CEF-score, at least level A2 for the components language structures, writing and self assessment. This course is aimed to those who wish to achieve level B1 in a short period of time.
This course aims to improve your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and learn self-study strategies.
Method
The focus in the course meetings is on speaking and practical exercises with an emphasis on cooperative work and task-based activities. Grammar revision and vocabulary work are done in class and on a self-study basis.
You will be working with the first part of the book Cambridge English Empower Pre-intermediate Combo B. You can order all books required for the course on our special book page. Please ensure you bring your books to the first session.
Time Investment
This English level 3 course consists of 9 sessions at Babel in Utrecht. The advised self-study load is 6-8 hours a week.
Practical
- This course is offered both on-site and in the virtual classroom. You can enrol for your preferred option using the buttons above. All our on-site classes are taught in a small group. You can find an overview of all the measures we have taken against the coronavirus here.
- The language of instruction is English.
- You will be working with the first part of the book Cambridge English Empower Pre-intermediate Combo B. You can order all books required for the course on our special book page. Please ensure you bring your books to the first session.
- Active participation is preferred during the course meetings and ample time for self-study, preferably spread out evenly over the week. You will receive a certificate of participation if you attend at least 80% of the meetings.
- If you work or study at Utrecht University you will receive a 15% discount. Please register with your UU email address. Your registration will then be processed automatically.
Schedule
- Starting date: 19 April 2021 (Virtual Classroom)
Day Date Start End Monday 19 April 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 26 April 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 3 May 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 10 May 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 17 May 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 31 May 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 7 June 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 14 June 2021 20:15 21:45 Monday 21 June 2021 20:15 21:45 - Starting date: 19 April 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Monday 19 April 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 26 April 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 3 May 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 10 May 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 17 May 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 31 May 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 7 June 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 14 June 2021 18:30 20:00 Monday 21 June 2021 18:30 20:00 - Starting date: 20 April 2021 (Utrecht)
Day Date Start End Tuesday 20 April 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 4 May 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 11 May 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 18 May 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 25 May 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 1 June 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 8 June 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 15 June 2021 13:45 15:15 Tuesday 22 June 2021 13:45 15:15
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Babel offers a free language placement test to make certain you start a course at the right level for you.
