Speaking Skills

Target group

The Speaking Skills course is intended for everyone who want to improve their speaking skills.

Course level

B1-C2 (CEFR)

Course content

Naturally, this course involves a lot of talking. You talk about a variety of themes, which will gradually expand your vocabulary. You will also be given useful tips to help you learn to speak more fluently.

During the course:

• you talk about things like work, current affairs, plans for the future, hobbies and leisure activities;
• you get tips on how to learn and remember vocabulary effectively;
• we discuss why vocabulary and tone are important;
• you learn the quirks of the English language and typical English expressions;
• you learn how to avoid vague language.

Admission requirements

To take this course you need an Oxford Online Placement Test (OOPT) score above 50. You can apply for the online OOPT by emailing us at into@wur.nl.

What is the Oxford Online Placement Test?

Dates and times

View the full schedule here.

This course is offered annually in March and September.

If you would like to take this course but it is either full or does not list a starting date that suits you, please click here and you will be notified once you can sign up for new dates.

Location

You follow the course at our location: Campus Wageningen University & Research.

Number of meetings

10 weekly sessions of 1.5 hours.

Self-study

2 hours per week.

Course materials

There is no course book. The materials will be tailored to the needs and wishes of the group. All materials will be made available on Brightspace free of charge.

Certification

You will receive a certificate from Wageningen in’to Languages if you attend at least 80% of the lessons.

Fee