Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)
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Master the skills needed to live and work independently in Australia
Build on the core English skills you learnt in Cambridge English: A2 Key (KET) and Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET) to extend your vocabulary, convey more abstract themes, and write more complex pieces to operate more confidently and naturally in an English-speaking environment.
Who is this course suited for
Choose Cambridge English B2 First (FCE) if you:
- Are an Upper Intermediate level student or have successfully completed Cambridge English: B1 Preliminary (PET)
- Want a more intensive alternative to General English
- Want a globally recognised measure of English proficiency for employment, immigration or tertiary study purposes
You will learn
- To convey ideas fluently in English using correct grammar and sentence structure
- More sophisticated vocabulary and grammar (word order, word families, paraphrasing)
- How to write longer, more complex pieces of writing such as essays, reports and reviews
- Examination tips and strategies to help you achieve success.
Upon completing your Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE) course you can continue your studies with Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)
You will learn this through
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Audio
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Video
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Writing
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Presentations
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Discussions
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Pre-test
Why study Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE) at Greenwich College?
Free classes & learning support
Gain a higher result in your final examination with FREE classes and test practice including:
- Weekly test practice to reinforce learning and check progress
- 6 hours of ‘Cambridge Club’ classes per course, to refine examination skills
- Regular one-on-one academic counselling, so you know where to focus your efforts.
Flexible timetable options
Choose from day or evening classes - so you can work and experience the best of Australia while you study.
An authorised Cambridge Exam Centre
Greenwich English College is an authorised Cambridge Examination Centre, so you can take the final test in a familiar location.
Sample Timetable
Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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09:00 - 10:30 | Test Review Speaking Intro of new topic |
Cambridge Speaking Speaking test tips, tricks and traps |
Cambridge Speaking Speaking test tips, tricks and traps |
Cambridge Speaking Saying more! |
Practice Test Writing |
10:40 - 12:30 | Use of English Using the right grammar structure |
Use of English How to arrange words in a sentence |
Use of English Playing with words |
Use of English Re-phrasing and paraphrasing |
Practice Test Reading Use of English |
13:15 - 13:55 | Cambridge Reading Reading test structure and reading technqiues |
Vocabulary Builder Phrases, verbs, expressions, collocations |
Cambridge Writing How to write a review / report / letter etc |
Cambridge Listening Understanding native speakers |
Practice Test Listening |
14:05 - 15:00 | Cambridge Listening Not panicking when listening |
Cambridge Speaking How to support your speaking partner |
Cambridge Writing In class writing |
Cambridge Reading Learning new words in context |
Practice Test Speaking |
15:05 - 16:00 | Cambridge Club |
time | monday | tuesday | wednesday | thursday | friday |
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Here's what you need to know
Entry Requirements
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; or
Greenwich College Placement Test.
Course Commencement
Classes commence every 12 weeks.
Course Duration
Classes are 12 weeks.