120104 English III (B2): Preparation for stays abroad and standardized language tests

Type
Lecture and exercise
Semester hours
2
Lecturer (assistant)
Weber, Elisabeth
Organisation
BOKU-International Relations
Offered in
Wintersemester 2025/26
Languages of instruction
Englisch
Content

Maximum Flexibility: Learn When and Where It Suits You Best
This course is designed as a video-based, asynchronous e-learning format, giving you full flexibility in terms of time and location. You can access all content and complete tasks on your own schedule; whenever it best fits into your daily life – as long as you meet the specified deadlines (which are all clearly communicated).
Each module includes targeted tasks that support you in systematically developing your English skills. There are no fixed class times or mandatory on-site sessions. Instead, you shape your learning process in a way that integrates smoothly into your studies, work commitments, or personal life.

To support continuous learning, you are expected to log into the platform at least once a week and complete the assigned activities.

The main focus of English III is to familiarize students with the international standardized language testing system IELTS. Together we will explore how such tests are done so that students can successfully master such an exam at level 5.5 to 6.0.
We also work on the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, do some vocabulary work and boost self-confidence when using the language.
This course is ideal for students who wish to prepare for a stay abroad.

We work with chapters 1-9 of the textbook Focus on IELTS (please do NOT buy the book in advance. I will provide information on our e-learning platform).

Level: band 5-6 (modest to competent user) according to IELTS.
Previous knowledge expected

"E3" as a result on the English entrance test or successful completion of General English Brush up.
Objective (expected results of study and acquired competences)

After the successful completion of this course, students can
* do IELTS-based tasks (listening, reading, writing, speaking) at level 5.5 to 6.0,
* use English for personal and professional contributions in written and oral settings at level B2,
* apply strategies to further their healthy and proactive relationship with English as an international means of communication,
* understand the importance of lifelong learning, especially related to foreign languages / working languages.

Level: band 5-6 (modest to competent user) according to IELTS.
You can find more details like the schedule or information about exams on the course-page in BOKUonline.