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English Courses

Across the globe English is one of the most commonly used languages. Get prepared to communicate in international teams around the world - improve your English! 

Independent User (CEFR B1, B2)

If you want to improve your English and be able to use it confidently in your professional and personal life, then one of the following courses is for you!
We focus on using English to communicate. You will practice speaking in contexts relevant to today's workplace as well as in everyday situations, consolidate your grammar, expand your vocabulary, and improve the accuracy of your language skills.

  • Professional English B1

    This course prepares participants to communicate in global teams.
    You will learn how to talk about about everyday or work-related topics, explain your opinion, discuss plans and describe experiences. Further, you learn how to give professional presentations and write formal e-mails.

    • Target group: students, employees, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR level: B1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test
    • Dates: every semester
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Lynn Beechey-Volz
    • Module Description

    Placement test

    Register

  • Professional English B2

    This course provides you with important skills for working in international teams and companies. You learn how to communicate confidently in different work situations. We focus on professional language skills that are important for your future career. For example, clearly explaining your ideas orally and in writing. In class, you will practise conversing fluently on topics related to your studies. In addition, you will learn to consider intercultural aspects in the Anglo-Saxon working environment.

    • Target group: students, staff, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR level: B2
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-B1 level course
    • Dates: every semester, Monday - Thursday afternoons
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Lynn Beechey-Volz
    • Module Description

    Placement test

    Register

  • English for Construction and Environmental Engineering B1

    Is your English level intermediate? And would you like to excel in real technical situations at the workplace? Then this course is just right for you.
    Engineers need to communicate effectively with colleagues around the world, and English is widely regarded as the primary language for this communication.
    This course is designed to help students develop essential English skills. It provides a solid foundation in general English with a focus on vocabulary related to Civil and Environmental engineering.

    • Target group: students of the degree programmes Civil and Environmental Engineering
    • Time required: 2 SWS
    • Credit Points: 4 CP
    • CEFR level: B1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test
    • Dates: every semester, Friday afternoons
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Mila Koretnikov
    • Module Description

    Placement test

     

  • English for Construction and Environmental Engineering B2.1 und B2.2

    Is your English level intermediate? And would you like to excel in real technical situations at the workplace? Then this course is just right for you.
    Engineers need to communicate effectively with colleagues around the world, and English is widely regarded as the primary language for this communication.
    This course is designed to help students develop essential English skills. It provides a solid foundation in general English with a focus on vocabulary related to Civil and Environmental engineering.

    • Target group: students of the degree programmes Civil and Environmental Engineering
    • Time required: 2 SWS
    • Credit Points: 4 CP
    • CEFR level: B2
    • Pre-requisites for ECEE B2.1: placement test or successful completion of an IFS-B1 level course.
    • Pre-requisites for ECEE B2.2: placement test or successful completion of ECEE B2.1.
    • Dates: every semester, Friday afternoons
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Mila Koretnikov
    • Module Description


    Placement test

  • DAAD Language Level Certificate

    You are planning to go abroad for a semester? The DAAD Language Certificate (for English) is often required for your application. If you have passed an IFS language course you can apply for the corresponding DAAD language certificate. If you have not completed an IFS course you can register for the DAAD language level test. 
    The test determines your current level of English proficiency. 
    In 1.5 hours, we test your ability in reading, writing and speaking. This is classified into the levels A1 to C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Usually proof of a minimum level B2 is required for studying abroad.
    The test is offered on three different evenings every semester.

    Register

Competent user (CEFR C1)

Do you want to use English confidently in academic and professional settings, and you can already use English at a B2 level? Then our C1 English courses are the right choice for you! On successfull completion of both Technical English and Business English, you may apply for the IFS C1 Foreign Language certificate - a valuable addition to your resumé.

  • Business English C1

    Have you ever wanted to start your own business? This course is run on the basis of an entrepreneurial business game. Working in teams you develop an innovative company idea. You discuss, debate, make decisions and present your business idea at a trade fair with the aim of attracting investors for your fictitious company. This prepares you for the global business environment and teaches you the skills you need for an international career.

    • Target group: students (compulsory for KMM, IM and WIN), staff, guest students.
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR level: C1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of Technical English C1 or an IFS-B2 level course
    • Dates: every semester
    • C1 certificate on request
    • Contact: Kellie Bruchmüller
    • Module Description

    Placement test

    Register

  • Technical English C1

    Do you want to be able to confidently explain how things work or have a discussion about technical topics in English? In this course, we cover a wide range of highly relevant technical themes. You present innovations, describe processes and discuss projects in teams. On completion, you will be better prepared for an international career, whether in Germany or abroad.

    • Target group: students (compulsory for KMM, IM and WIN), staff, guest students
    • Time required: 4 SWS
    • Credit Points: 5 CP
    • CEFR level: C1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or successful completion of Business English C1 or an IFS-B2 level course
    • Dates: every semester
    • C1 certificate on request
    • Contact: Mila Koretnikov
    • Module Description

    Placement test

    Register

  • Advanced English Conversation

    Your goal is to communicate confidently and clearly in English? If your English is already at a B2/C1 level, then this is the course for you!
    Conversations are based on authentic, current recordings and articles from newspapers and magazines.
    In this course you will learn to critique and discuss ideas presented in interviews, lectures and presentations on a variety of complex and abstract topics. In addition, you will practice clearly articulating your ideas and in conversations and presentations.

    • Target group: students, staff, guests
    • Time required: 2 SWS
    • Credit Points: 2
    • CEFR level: B2/C1
    • Pre-requisites: none but completion of at least a B2 level English course or equivalent test is strongly recommended.
    • Dates: every semester
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Kellie Bruchmüller
    • Module Description

    Register

  • English for Construction an Environmental Engineering C1

    This course is exclusively for Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering (Construction) students.
    Engineers need to communicate effectively with their colleagues around the world in English.
    This course builds on your general English and focuses on high-level vocabulary for Civil and Environmental Engineering.

    • Target group: only for students in Civil and Environmental Engineering
    • Time required: 2 SWS
    • Credit Points: 4 CP
    • CEFR level: C1
    • Pre-requisites: placement test or succesful completion of an IFS-B2 level course
    • Dates: every semester, Friday afternoons
    • Certificate of attendance on request
    • Contact: Mila Koretnikov
    • Module Description 

     Placement test

  • Academic Writing

    This course is exclusively for students of the international degree program Geomatics (M.A.). The course guides students through the process of writing a Literature Review and includes the basics of literature-based academic research as well as formatting and submission recommendations. Lectures consist of theoretical input as well as in-class exercises. During the course, students write a research paper. 

    • Target group: Students of the degree programme Geomatics (M.A.)
    • Time required: 2 SWS
    • Credit Points: 2 CP
    • CEFR level: C1
    • Pre-requisites: none
    • Date: Winter semester only
    • Contact: Kellie Bruchmüller
    • Module Description

    Register

     

  • DAAD Language Certificate

    You are planning to go abroad for a semester? The DAAD Language Certificate (for English) is often required for your application. If you have passed an IFS language course you can apply for the corresponding DAAD language certificate. If you have not completed an IFS course you can register for the DAAD language level test. 
    The test determines your current level of English proficiency. 
    In 1.5 hours, we test your ability in reading, writing and speaking. This is classified into the levels A1 to C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). 
    The test is offered on three different evenings every semester.

    Register