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The General English B2 (Upper-Intermediate) – Level 21 course is tailored for learners who have a strong understanding of the English language and are ready to take their skills to the next level. This course aims to help students gain greater confidence and fluency in a range of complex situations, equipping them with the tools needed to communicate effectively in both personal and professional settings.

Course Objectives:


Enhanced Fluency: Develop smooth and natural communication in English by practicing conversations, discussions, and presentations on various topics.


Grammar Mastery: Dive into more advanced grammar structures, such as complex conditionals, passive voice, reported speech, and modals of deduction and speculation. The goal is to use these structures accurately in speech and writing.


Vocabulary Expansion: Learn and actively use a wider range of vocabulary related to everyday topics, as well as specialized themes like culture, technology, and global issues. Emphasis will be placed on collocations, phrasal verbs, and idiomatic expressions.


Improved Listening Skills: Understand a range of spoken English, from media sources like radio broadcasts and podcasts to conversations and discussions, focusing on extracting key information, nuances, and implied meaning.


Reading for Detail: Engage with longer and more complex texts, such as newspaper articles, opinion pieces, and literature excerpts, to develop a deeper understanding of both explicit and implicit meanings.


Writing Proficiency: Learn to craft detailed, organised, and coherent essays, reports, letters, and opinion pieces. Focus on planning, structuring, and reviewing work to improve clarity, tone, and appropriateness for different contexts.


Key Features:


Interactive Speaking Activities: Role plays, debates, and group discussions will encourage students to practice real-world communication and gain confidence in their speaking skills.


Listening Practice: Authentic audio and video materials will be used to enhance comprehension of different accents and speech patterns, improving the ability to follow fast-paced conversations or media in English.


Reading Comprehension: Reading tasks will include articles, blogs, and longer narratives that challenge students to identify main ideas, supporting details, and infer meanings from context.


Writing Focus: Writing tasks will help learners structure complex ideas, use formal and informal language appropriately, and express opinions clearly and persuasively.


Pronunciation and Accent Reduction: Pronunciation practice will focus on intonation, stress, and rhythm, with the goal of achieving more natural speech and improved comprehension of fast, native-like English.

Assessment:


Throughout the course, students will be assessed through:


Oral Presentations: Evaluating speaking fluency, coherence, and vocabulary usage.


Written Assignments: Reviewing grammar accuracy, structure, and the ability to express ideas clearly.


Listening and Reading Tests: Measuring comprehension of more complex texts and audio materials.

What will i learn?

  • Communicate confidently in a wide range of situations, both socially and professionally.
  • Understand and produce longer, more complex sentences and texts.
  • Express ideas clearly, using appropriate grammar and vocabulary
  • Engage in debates, discussions, and presentations with greater fluency and confidence.

Requirements

  • Finishing the B1 / intermediate level
  • Placed at the B2 level through placement testing

Frequently asked question

This course is designed for learners who have a solid understanding of English at the intermediate (B1 or B1+) level and wish to improve their fluency and accuracy to an upper-intermediate (B2) level. It is ideal for individuals who need English for professional, academic, or social purposes.

You should already be at the intermediate (B1 or B1+) level. If you’re unsure of your level, most institutions offering the course will provide a placement test to determine whether this is the right course for you.

In this B2 course, you’ll improve your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. You’ll also expand your vocabulary, refine your grammar, and improve your ability to understand and produce complex sentences. Topics include advanced grammar like conditionals and passive voice, phrasal verbs, formal and informal writing, pronunciation, and fluency.

The course includes interactive speaking activities, such as discussions, role plays, and debates, designed to help you practice speaking fluently and confidently. Pronunciation training will also help you improve the natural flow of your speech.

You will read and analyze longer, more complex texts like articles, opinion pieces, and short stories. In writing tasks, you’ll learn to write clear and structured essays, reports, and letters. You will focus on organizing ideas and using advanced grammar and vocabulary.

Assessment usually involves a mix of speaking tasks (e.g., presentations or conversations), writing assignments (e.g., essays or reports), listening tests, and reading comprehension exercises. You may also receive continuous feedback on your progress throughout the course.

The course duration is 20 hours finished over 10 sessions.

You will use a range of materials, including textbooks, audio files, and online resources. Authentic materials, such as news articles, podcasts, and videos, may also be used to help you engage with real-world English.

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The B2 course focuses on more complex grammar structures, vocabulary, and communication skills. While a B1 course might emphasize basic conversations and everyday topics, a B2 course prepares you to engage in deeper discussions, produce advanced written content, and understand longer, more nuanced spoken and written material.

You move to B2 / Level 22, then 23 and 24. There are four courses inside the B2 level.

Yes, the skills learned in this B2 course will be useful if you are preparing for English proficiency exams like IELTS, TOEFL, or Cambridge exams. However, you may need additional test-specific preparation to succeed in those exams.

Depending on the course schedule, you may need to spend 2-3 hours per week on homework and self-study. This includes completing assignments, practicing speaking, reviewing class materials, and preparing for assessments.

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Shady Abuyusuf

Lead Teacher Trainer

In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of founding and leading Britishey Training Centre as its CEO, named Shady. My involvement in English Language Teaching began humbly in 2001, right after graduating from Damietta University. Since then, I've remained dedicated to learning and growth in this field.Expanding my horizons, I pursued a Foundation Certificate in Translation from the American University of Cairo in 2010, which laid the groundwork for my commitment to excellence in language studies. Subsequently, I furthered my expertise with a Diploma in English Language Teaching for Adults, the prestigious Cambridge DELTA, through English Language Assessment, which is part of Cambridge University.Fuelled by a genuine passion for empowering educators, I engaged in rigorous Teacher Educator Training with the esteemed TESOL International Association in 2015. This led me to a transformative journey in Barcelona, Spain, where I received training on how to become a CertTESOL tutor.In 2016, I took a significant step forward by establishing a CELTA center at Future University in Egypt, aiming to elevate the standard of ELT training. Concurrently, I refined my skills as a CELTA tutor through Cambridge University's trainer-in-training program.My pursuit of mastery also led me to obtain a certificate of proficiency in Received Pronunciation from the renowned dialect coach, Paul Meier, in 2016. This milestone reinforced my dedication to fostering linguistic excellence.Attaining the status of a certified CELTA tutor from Cambridge Assessment English in 2017 solidified my reputation as a proficient ELT educator. This dedication to academic excellence culminated in my graduation from the University of Leicester's MA in TESOL & Applied Linguistics program in 2018, underscoring my unwavering commitment to scholarly pursuits.The year 2022 marked a pivotal milestone as Britishey Training Centre received accreditation as a course-validated provider by Trinity College London, opening doors for me to serve as an assessor for the Trinity Certificate for Practising Teachers (CertPT).In 2023, I achieved a significant milestone by establishing Britishey Training Centre as a distinguished CELTA and CertTESOL center, offering top-notch training both online and at our premier facilities in Cairo and Damietta, Egypt. Furthermore, I spearheaded the establishment of Britishey Training Centre as the first international TQUK center in Africa and the Middle East, pioneering a new era of educational excellence.Throughout my career, I've had the honour of imparting knowledge and expertise through a diverse array of seminars for educators across the globe. From the United Arab Emirates to South Africa, and from France to Egypt, my journey underscores the profound impact of education in shaping lives and futures.

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