General English – Level UP Course

Six levels. One steady climb.

A General English program aligned to the CEFR, from A1 Beginner to C2 Proficiency. Each level runs over three terms with recognised coursebooks.

A160h total

Level A1 – Beginner

Focuses on building essential communication skills for everyday life. Students learn basic grammar, high-frequency vocabulary, and practise listening and speaking in familiar situations. They begin to read short texts and write simple sentences.

Structure
60 hours (3 terms × 20 sessions) aligned to CEFR A1 standards.
Main Coursebook
Speakout Starter (Pearson), Oxford Word Skills – Basic, Real Listening & Speaking 1 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Highly interactive, with role-plays and visual aids to boost confidence. Suitable for learners starting English for the first time.
A260h total

Level A2 – Elementary / Pre-Intermediate

Expands vocabulary and grammar for everyday contexts. Students develop the ability to understand short spoken and written texts, give basic descriptions, and handle predictable social and work situations.

Structure
60 hours (3 terms × 20 sessions) aligned to CEFR A2 standards.
Main Coursebook
Speakout Elementary (Pearson), Oxford Word Skills – Basic, Real Listening & Speaking 1–2 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Includes practical English for travel, shopping, and personal communication, with increased focus on connected speech.
B170h total

Level B1 – Intermediate

Builds independence in English, enabling learners to handle most everyday situations and workplace conversations. Students improve comprehension of longer texts, write connected paragraphs, and discuss familiar topics with confidence.

Structure
70 hours (3 terms × ~23–24 sessions) aligned to CEFR B1 standards.
Main Coursebook
Outcomes Intermediate (National Geographic Learning), Oxford Word Skills – Intermediate, Real Listening & Speaking 2 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Includes project work, presentations, and role-plays to strengthen real-world communication skills.
B280h total

Level B2 – Upper-Intermediate

Enables confident, fluent communication with native and non-native speakers. Students learn to discuss abstract ideas, produce well-structured arguments, and understand complex reading and listening materials.

Structure
80 hours (3 terms × ~26–27 sessions) aligned to CEFR B2 standards.
Main Coursebook
Outcomes Upper-Intermediate (National Geographic Learning), Oxford Word Skills – Upper-Intermediate, Real Listening & Speaking 3 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Strong focus on debate, critical thinking, and professional communication, preparing learners for academic and workplace success.
C190h total

Level C1 – Advanced

Refines mastery of English for academic, professional, and social contexts. Students learn to interpret subtle meanings, adapt register for different audiences, and write/speak with precision and style.

Structure
90 hours (3 terms × 30 sessions) aligned to CEFR C1 standards.
Main Coursebook
Outcomes Advanced (National Geographic Learning), Oxford Word Skills – Advanced, Real Listening & Speaking 4 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Includes analysis of academic texts, high-level presentations, and training in persuasive and diplomatic communication.
C2100h total

Level C2 – Proficiency

Develops near-native fluency for high-stakes professional, academic, or diplomatic use. Focus on nuance, idiomatic expression, and mastery of tone in both speech and writing.

Structure
100 hours (3 terms × 33–34 sessions) aligned to CEFR C2 standards.
Main Coursebook
Outcomes Advanced (National Geographic Learning, C2-adapted), Oxford Word Skills – Advanced, Real Listening & Speaking 4 (Cambridge).
Extra Notes
Ideal for professional negotiations, advanced research, and public speaking at the highest level of proficiency.