C1 – Fachkundige Sprachverwendung

So far, you are getting along very well in English. However, reaching a stable C1 or even C2 level requires more precision and an understanding of how grammar shapes meaning. This course aims to strengthen your use of grammar in written and spoken interaction. Focus and repetition will enable you to proceed from your current plateau. You will learn how to broaden your language by varying lexical and grammatical structures available to you. This course is for C1 learners who are not fully confident in grammar when they speak or write in English as well as learners who need or want to become more precise.

Immerse yourself in an engaging course focused on refining your English skills, as you explore captivating short stories from around the world and strengthen your conversational abilities. Make sure to allocate time for reading, homework, and revision to get the most out of the course.

Are you interested in having real conversations at an advanced level on just about any topic possible? Would you like to refresh and broaden your vocabulary and find out what’s going on in the world? Come and join us and be inspired to speak English with ease!

This course gives you the chance to develop your spoken fluency, review key grammar areas and extend your active vocabulary with the help of a coursebook.

Ever feel like emails, LinkedIn posts, and websites all sound the same these days? As ChatGPT becomes part of professional communication, how do we stand out and still sound like ourselves? In this practical workshop, we will analyse and compare AI-generated and human-written texts, exploring why AI language often sounds polished yet bland. Together, we will highlight the differences and discover what makes language feel authentic, personal, and engaging. Participants will develop advanced vocabulary and functional language for expressing nuanced opinions and tone, while reflecting on what makes communication truly human.

You start at C1 level and work through the entire coursebook in two parts with guided support. Units 1–5: Topics include trends, creativity, progress, intelligence, and games. Grammar topics: future in the past, negative inversion (no sooner… than, not only….but also) wishes and regrets (if only I could…, I wish I were…), the passive, reporting verbs (assert, conclude, imply). Units 6–10: Topics include discoveries, extremes, well-being, and society. Grammar topics: three-part phrasal verbs: (switch off from, look back on, come up against) cleft sentences, relative clauses with complex relative pronouns (whereby, whose, whom), discourse markers (in any case, despite, moreover).

Bring a sandwich and join our online lunchtime English conversation group. We will focus on authentic language and use activities to practice spontaneous conversations and improve your listening comprehension. This will help you to refine and broaden your vocabulary. Do you want to meet your teacher before registering? You can listen to our conversation with Brittany here: <a href="https://meettheteachers.podbean.com/e/brittany-and-ricardo/">Meet Brittany</a>

Our friendly group meets on Friday lunchtimes to discuss a wide variety of topics; bring a sandwich and join us!

Discover the power of persuasive communication with Let's Debate – a lively, hands-on course where argument meets elegance. Learn to make your point without making enemies, as you build skills in critical thinking, public speaking, and respectful rebuttal. You'll explore real-world issues, anticipate counterarguments, and craft compelling cases with confidence and clarity. Mistakes are part of the fun – so take a deep breath, speak up, and let’s debate!

Are you interested in having real, in-depth conversations at an advanced level on almost any topic possible? Would you like to refresh and expand your vocabulary while exchanging ideas about what’s going on in the world? In this course, lively interaction with other participants and the teacher will inspire you to speak English with confidence and ease. Come and join us!

You have the grammar, you have the vocabulary, but do you still hesitate before speaking? This course is specifically designed for advanced learners who want to bridge the gap between "knowing" English and "feeling" English.&nbsp;We will practise strategies for spontaneous interaction and emphasise on vocabulary, nuance and fluency through authentic material.&nbsp; Do you want to meet your teacher before registering? You can listen to our conversation with Brittany here: <a href="https://meettheteachers.podbean.com/e/brittany-and-ricardo/">Meet Brittany</a>

This course focuses on engaging video content as the cornerstone of our lessons. What is the flipped classroom approach? Before each session, you'll receive a video on a specific topic, ranging from 10 to 20 minutes in length. You will need to watch the video beforehand and take notes on any intriguing vocabulary or grammar structures. Doing it in this way saves us time and allows us to talk more in class! In the lessons, we'll delve deep into the video's content and topic, clarifying language nuances, and practising through interactive activities. We'll focus on new vocabulary, dissect grammar intricacies, and engage in discussions about the topic at hand. Our goal is to expand your language skills through immersive learning experiences. This course is ideal for learners with a good grasp of English who are eager to enhance their vocabulary and language proficiency in a dynamic environment through engaging multimedia content. Do you want to meet your teacher before registering? You can listen to our conversation with Brittany here: <a href="https://meettheteachers.podbean.com/e/brittany-and-ricardo/">Meet Brittany</a>

Are you interested in having real, in-depth conversations at an advanced level on almost any topic possible? Would you like to refresh and expand your vocabulary while exchanging ideas about what’s going on in the world? In this course, lively interaction with other participants and the teacher will inspire you to speak English with confidence and ease. Come and join us!

This advanced course will offer the opportunity to develop fluency in conversation through discussions of contemporary topics. From environmental themes to the economy, from political concerns to philosophy, we will explore present-day social trends of interest.

You start at C1 level and work through the entire coursebook in two parts with guided support. Units 1–5: Topics include trends, creativity, progress, intelligence, and games. Grammar topics: future in the past, negative inversion (no sooner… than, not only….but also) wishes and regrets (if only I could…, I wish I were…), the passive, reporting verbs (assert, conclude, imply). Units 6–10: Topics include discoveries, extremes, well-being, and society. Grammar topics: three-part phrasal verbs: (switch off from, look back on, come up against) cleft sentences, relative clauses with complex relative pronouns (whereby, whose, whom), discourse markers (in any case, despite, moreover).

If you like to feel happy, focused and energized while freshening up your spoken English, this course is definitely for you. We will use creative and lively exercises - such as spontaneous writing and storytelling and fanciful improvisations - to help you stretch your vocabulary, exercise a bit of grammar and build up your sense of ease, confidence, and flow.

Are you interested in having real conversations at an advanced level on just about any topic possible? Would you like to refresh and broaden your vocabulary and find out what’s going on in the world? Come and join us and be inspired to speak English with ease! Do you want to meet your teacher before registering? You can listen to our conversation with Ricardo here: <a href="https://meettheteachers.podbean.com/e/brittany-and-ricardo/">Meet Rico</a>

This weekend course should act as a 'mini language trip', where you can explore all kinds of topics and contexts in spoken English. Immersing yourself in the language is a great way to activate your existing skills and push youself to a higher level of confidence. Similar sessions are available every few months.

So far, you are getting along very well in English. However, reaching a stable C1 or even C2 level requires more precision and an understanding of how grammar shapes meaning. This course aims to strengthen learners‘ use of grammar in written and spoken interaction. Focus and repetition will enable you to proceed from your current plateau. You will learn how to broaden your language, by varying the lexical and grammatical structures available to you. This course is for C1 learners who are not yet confident in grammar when they speak or write in English as well as learners who need or want to be more precise.

This advanced course will offer the opportunity to develop fluency in conversation through discussions of contemporary topics. From environmental themes to the economy, from political concerns to philosophy, we will explore present-day social trends of interest.

This one-week intensive course is designed for advanced learners ready to sharpen their English through thought-provoking topics and real-world content. Each day explores global issues, inspiring stories, and powerful presentations to build vocabulary, refine grammar, and develop critical thinking. Learners will engage with authentic texts, video lectures, and speaking tasks that challenge them to express complex ideas clearly and confidently. The course encourages meaningful communication and deepens both language skills and cultural awareness in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

This course gives you the chance to develop your spoken fluency, review key grammar areas and extend your active vocabulary. We will concentrate on a variety of discussion topics that include global issues, current affairs, as well as everyday subjects geared to your own interests.

This course offers an opportunity for intensive speaking practice at an advanced level. We will concentrate on a variety of discussion topics that include global issues, current affairs, as well as everyday subjects geared to your own interests. Conversation activities will enhance your listening comprehension, in addition to helping you activate and expand your existing vocabulary.