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Cambridge English: B2 First (FCE)

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.

Book your Cambridge English Exam: B2 First (FCE)

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
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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)

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You will learn this through

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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?

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Free classes & learning support

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  • 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.

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Flexible timetable options

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  • Choose from day or evening classes - so you can work and experience the best of  Australia while you study.

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An authorised Cambridge Exam Centre

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  • 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
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
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Here's what you need to know

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Entry Requirements
IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; or
Greenwich College Placement Test.

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Course Commencement
Classes commence every 12 weeks.

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Course Duration
Classes are 12 weeks.