Development of communicative competence in the English language (B2) 3222-30KKKA3C[B2]-OG

The aim of the course is for students to master English to a level that enables them to communicate in a wider range of everyday situations at the B2 level.

Students understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics.

Students are able to follow discussions involving specialized language when the topic is related to their profession.

They can communicate fluently and spontaneously enough to hold a normal conversation with a native speaker without significant effort on either side.

They can formulate clear and detailed oral or written statements on a wide range of topics and express their views on matters under discussion, presenting the pros and cons of various solutions.

Student workload:

90 hours = 3 ECTS

structured class time – 4 hours per week x 1 semester = 60 hours (2 ECTS credits)

independent study – 15 hours of class preparation (0.5 ECTS), 15 hours of exam preparation (0.5 ECTS)

Course coordinators

Piotr Nagórka

Type of course

general courses

Mode

Classroom

Prerequisites (description)

The student is able to cope with most situations likely to arise while traveling in an area where the language is spoken. They can participate in conversations on familiar personal or everyday topics (such as family, interests, work, travel, and current events) without prior preparation. (communication) The student can link phrases in a simple way to describe experiences and events, as well as their dreams, hopes, and ambitions. They can briefly explain and justify their opinions and plans. They are able to report events and narrate the plot of books or films, describing their own reactions and impressions. (speaking) The student can write simple texts on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. They are able to write personal letters describing their experiences and impressions. (writing)

Learning outcomes

K1_W10 - The student is proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with the requirements specified for level B2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
K1_U10 - The student is able to communicate orally and in writing in English in accordance with the requirements specified for level B2+ of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
K1_K01 - The student is able to critically evaluate their own knowledge and the content they receive.

Assessment criteria

Grading Criteria

Requirements for course completion and eligibility for the final exam, grading components:

- quizzes, translation assignments, and written assignments – 25%

- group and individual presentations – 25%

- final exam – 50%

Written grade:

60% – 68% - 3 (satisfactory)

69% - 77% - 3+ (satisfactory plus)

78%–86% – 4 (good)

87%–95% – 4+ (good plus)

96%–98% – 5 (very good)

99%–100% – 5 ! (very good with an exclamation mark)

Students are allowed up to 3 unexcused absences; any additional absences require a written excuse. The instructor decides whether an absence is excused.

The method of completing coursework for classes in which a student was absent is determined by the instructor.

Exceeding 50% of total class time in both excused and unexcused absences may result in failure of the course.

If in-person classes cannot be held, classes will be conducted using remote communication tools, most likely Zoom and Classroom, as well as others recommended by the University of Warsaw

Practical placement

Bibliography

1. English Vocabulary in Use, Advanced, 3rd Edition / McCarthy & O'Dell
2. English Grammar in Use, Intermediate / R. Murphy
3. Instructor’s own materials (including open-access teaching materials published online on YouTube).

Notes

Term 2026Z:

If in-person classes cannot be held, classes will be conducted using remote communication tools, most likely Zoom and Classroom, as well as others recommended by the University of Warsaw

Additional information

Information on level of this course, year of study and semester when the course unit is delivered, types and amount of class hours - can be found in course structure diagrams of apropriate study programmes. This course is related to the following study programmes: