General German - Advanced

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

N.B. The indicated levels refer to the Common European Framework for Languages

Reading comprehension: C1 Level

• Can understand in detail lengthy, complex texts, whether or not they relate to the learner¿s own area of speciality, provided he/she can reread difficult sections.

Listening comprehension: B2+ Level

• Can follow extended speech and complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar, and the direction of the talk is sign-posted by explicit markers.
• Can understand most radio documentaries and most other recorded or broadcast audio material
  delivered in standard dialect and can identify the speaker¿s mood, tone etc.

Speaking skills: B2+ Level

• Can use the language fluently, accurately and effectively on a wide range of general, academic, vocational or leisure topics, marking clearly the relationships between ideas.
• Can communicate spontaneously with good grammatical control without much sign of having to restrict what he/she wants to say, adopting a level of formality appropriate to the circumstances.
• Can express his/her ideas and opinions with precision, and present and respond to complex lines of
  argument convincingly.

Writing skills: B2 Level

• Can express news and views effectively in writing, and relate to those of others.