English for Pre-Intermediate Learners Micro-credential Level 2

Number of weeks
Total weeks: 14 weeks

Teaching weeks: 12 weeks

Breaks: 2 weeks

Face-to-face delivery ONLY. (Offershore delivery is not available)

Programme aim

This Micro-credential aims to enhance intermediate English skills, emphasizing listening, speaking, reading, and writing. It aligns with the B1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

The micro-credential, titled "English for Pre-Intermediate Learners," equips learners with a deeper understanding of the English language, delving into topics such as family history, health and fitness, emotions, and more. Utilizing the "New Headway Pre-Intermediate Student’s Book" and other materials, learners will explore various linguistic structures, including the present perfect tense, comparatives, superlatives, and passive voice. They will be guided to effectively engage in more nuanced conversations, read complex texts, and write coherent passages on a range of subjects.

This learning pathway is designed for individuals who have successfully completed the elementary level or have been assessed as being able to succeed at this level and are eager to advance their English proficiency further. It caters to a diverse audience, including new immigrants, refugees, and residents of English-speaking countries, aiming to achieve a comprehensive and confident command of the English language at the Pre-intermediate level.

Structure and content: 

This Micro-credential offers a weekly learning module that integrates the four key language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. These competencies are seamlessly blended throughout the instructional period. For a detailed overview, please refer to the "English for Pre-Intermediate Learners Delivery and Assessment Schedule.

Programme outcomes:

1. Demonstrate understanding of the main points of clear standard speech in English on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc.

2. Engage in English conversation, without preparation, on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life  (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events)

3. Read and answer questions about texts in English that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or job-related language

4. Write simple connected text in English on topics which are familiar or of personal interest

Entry Requirements: Applicants must:

• Domestic learners

Learners must be 16 years old

• International learners

Learners must be 14 years old

Learners must possess a valid visa and have suitable travel and medical insurance.

Before being assigned to a class, every learner will undergo an English proficiency test, or have been assessed as being able to succeed at this level, to confirm they are placed at the appropriate level for their learning needs.

Student handbook will be available upon request