Cambridge B2 First Exam Preparation Fact File

Your path to exam success C A M B R I D G E B 2 F I R S T E X A M P R E PA R AT I O N

Cambridge Assessment English examinations are globally-recognised English language qualifications which are valid for life.

Course Facts Available at BSC York, BSC London and BSC Manchester Start dates: See page 5 Course length: 4 or 6 weeks depending on start date Minimum course level: Intermediate (B1) Maximum class size: 14 Lesson duration: 45 minutes Number of lessons: 20, 25 or 30 Please see page 5 for lesson schedule

Our Cambridge B2 First (formerly known as Cambridge English: First, or FCE) exam preparation course is perfect for students who are planning to take their B2 First examination and want exam practice before their real test. Students will gain a better understanding of what they have to do to reach the score they need on test day by practising genuine exam tasks and the strategies needed to succeed.

Our course prepares you for all parts of the Cambridge First exam. At the start you will take a diagnostic test that will help you and your teacher plan the rest of the course to give you the best chance of exam success, and you will have many opportunities to practise with authentic past papers and other relevant material.

Who is it for?

•S tudents looking to acquire the language skills to enter university or a more complex professional role •T hose who want an internationally-recognised English language qualification •S tudents that wish to practise the strategies for each exam task and build their confidence ahead of the test

Great results

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Exam Strategy

Experienced BSC teachers will work with you to help you build the relevant skills you need to succeed in your test.

Students receive access to extra study material on myBSC, our online learning platform.

Learn the best strategies to deal effectively with the Cambridge exam structure and expectation.

We looked at presentation techniques, learning how to cut the sentences into chunks and how to stress each word in a paragraph.

We listened to an example, then we muted the sound, and then tried to do the techniques we’d learnt. To hear myself speaking was really helpful.

Nathaniel from Switzerland BSC Student

Course Outcomes On BSC’s focused and structured Cambridge Assessment English Exam Preparation courses you will: • Experience test-like situations so you’re ready for test day • Learn and practise the specific strategies for every exam task • Analyse your mistakes in the lesson to help avoid them on test day • Build the confidence and resilience needed to perform well under pressure • Receive individual feedback and support as well as group feedback throughout the course • Form new friendships with students with similar goals from around the world in a collaborative and supportive environment

Why take the Cambridge exam?

It's an official qualification Your Cambridge Assessment English exam results provide you with an official, international qualification that proves your level of English.

It's recognised all over the world Cambridge B2 First exams are globally-recognised by over 20,000 universities, governments and employers.

It's valid for life Once you have taken the Cambridge B2 First Certificate, your result is valid for life!

Course Prices All courses include: • Access to personal myBSC account

• Progress report (1 to 1 tutorial every 4 weeks)

• First day placement test

• End of course report

• Use of collaboration hub

• BSC Certificate (upon completion of course with a minimum of 90% attendance)

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Sample Course Timetable Exam Preparation Timetable Time Slot/ Hours

Number of Lessons

20 25 30

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

09:00 - 12:20

Cambridge B2 First Preparation

12:20 - 12:50

Break

12:50 - 14:25

Cambridge B2 First Preparation

Thursday

Friday

Course & Exam Dates 2022 Start Date

Exam Date

Location

31 January

Friday 11 March

York/London

25 April

Tuesday 7 June

Manchester/London

4 July

Thursday 28 July

York/London

1 August

Thursday 25 August

Manchester/London

17th October

Tuesday 29th November

Manchester/London

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