English Upper Intermediate 2

Start evening courses
January, April, July, October
Start intensive daytime courses
every month
Course type
in class, online
Start level
B2.1 (What does this mean?)
End level
B2.2
Instruction language
English
Final test
written test, oral test
We offer both online and in-class courses at our location in Amsterdam. At the bottom of the course page in the course schedule you can choose either online or in-class. At the moment we don’t offer any hybrid classes.

Course information

The language course English Upper Intermediate 2 is suitable for students with reasonably advanced knowledge of English. For example, you should be able to participate in a conversation without much difficulty and be able to easily read news reports, articles and blog entries.

This course focuses on reading, writing, speaking and listening. Grammar and vocabulary are also addressed as components of these skills.

After this course, you will be able to speak easily and freely about a variety of topics. You will understand nearly all of what is discussed in an informal conversation, and you will be able to state your opinion, for example on financial matters or moral dilemmas, with ease. You will also be able to start a fluent conversation about your field of work.

During English Upper Intermediate 2, you will learn to read and understand texts on diverse topics with ease. When reading something about an unfamiliar topic (for example technical or academic), you will be able to use an online translation program or dictionary to understand the main points. You will also learn how to write a structured essay, travel blog, formal email or review.

The grammar covered in this course includes the composition of more complex sentences using passive forms (those languages are spoken) and causative structures (I’m getting my hair cut).

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a certificate showing the level you have attained and you will be able to continue to English Advanced 1.

Assessment

The intake procedure for this course comprises: intake interview, online test

After you have registered for this course, we will invite you for an assessment to determine your level. We recommend that you enrol at least two weeks before the start of the course. If you enrol later than this, we cannot guarantee there will be time for the intake procedure.

If you have completed the English Upper Intermediate 1 course at UvA Talen, an assessment will not be necessary.

Course materials

Cambridge English Empower Upper Intermediate, € 65 (edition 2, chapter 6-10)
The course material is not included in the course price. If you choose to follow lessons in class, you can buy your books through us. You then receive them during the first lesson. If you are going to take an online course, you will buy the books yourself.

Schedule and registration

This course is also available as a crash course in December.

Day(s) Start End Time Hours Price
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 25 Nov 2024 13 Dec 2024 13:00 - 16:00 45 715 Enrol NOW!
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 13 Jan 2025 07 Feb 2025 09:00 - 11:00 40 715 Enrol NOW!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 14 Jan 2025 20 Mar 2025 19:00 - 21:00 40 715 Enrol NOW!
Saturdays 08 Feb 2025 10 May 2025 09:30 - 12:30 39 715 Enrol NOW!
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 10 Feb 2025 07 Mar 2025 09:00 - 11:00 40 715 Enrol NOW!
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 10 Mar 2025 04 Apr 2025 09:00 - 11:00 40 715 Enrol NOW!
Day(s) Start End Time Hours Price
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 13 Jan 2025 07 Feb 2025 09:00 - 11:00 40 655 Enrol NOW!
Tuesdays & Thursdays 14 Jan 2025 20 Mar 2025 19:00 - 21:00 40 655 Enrol NOW!
Saturdays 08 Feb 2025 10 May 2025 09:30 - 12:30 39 655 Enrol NOW!
Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri 10 Feb 2025 07 Mar 2025 09:00 - 11:00 40 655 Enrol NOW!