The C1 Intensive English Course. Official Level under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages invites you to take your language skills to the next level. In an increasingly globalised world, to have an advanced command of English It has become an essential skill, not only for standing out in the workplace, but also for gaining access to a wide range of cultural and academic opportunities. This online course is designed to hone your skills in listening comprehension, reading, grammar and writing covering a range of topics such as On the Road, Fighting Fit! y Rolling News, amongst others. You’ll learn how to use specialised vocabulary and idiomatic expressions, which will allow you to communicate with fluency and confidence in any situation. With growing demand for bilingual professionals, investing in your training with this course will position you as a an attractive candidate in today’s competitive job market.
English C1. Official level under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Languages
50 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Improving listening and reading comprehension in English through a variety of texts and authentic audio recordings.
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Develop advanced grammatical skills to form complex and precise sentences.
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Expanding specialist vocabulary on topics such as travel and nature, to ensure effective communication.
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Mastering common idioms to improve your fluency in everyday conversation.
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Practise writing formal and informal texts to improve your writing skills.
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To improve the ability to discuss current issues using precise and varied language.
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To improve the ability to understand different accents and speaking styles in English.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. BEYOND WORDS
Listening. Expressing our feelings
Reading. Would you like to talk about it?
Grammar
Vocabulary
Writing. The opinion essay
Speaking. Word stress
Culture and civilisation. Emotional intelligence
TEACHING UNIT 2. ENGLISH UNPLUGGED
Listening. The Anglosphere
Reading. The origins of the English language
Grammar
Vocabulary: British vs. American English
Writing. The narrative essay
Speaking. The pronunciation of the "r" sound
Culture and civilisation. Dialects across the UK
TEACHING UNIT 3. WILD NATURE
Listening. An ever-changing climate
Reading. Saving the planet
Grammar
Vocabulary
Writing. Proposal
Speaking. Reflection
Culture and civilisation. UK action on climate change
TEACHING UNIT 4. A BIG STEP FOR MANKIND
Listening. The impact of technology
Reading
Grammar
Vocabulary
Writing. Report
Speaking. Presentation
Culture and civilisation. The Channel Tunnel
TEACHING UNIT 5. LAW AND ORDER
Listening. Perspectives on crime and justice
Reading
Grammar
Vocabulary
Writing. Discursive essay
Speaking. Discussion
Culture and civilisation. Justice systems across the English-speaking world
TEACHING UNIT 6. BODY AND IMAGE
Listening. Beauty and the pressure to conform
Reading: Perception, Power and the Body
Grammar
Vocabulary
Writing. Opinion essay
Speaking. Monologue
Culture and civilisation. Beauty and identity across cultures