English Preparatory Program consists of;
Module 1: approx. 16 weeks- Fall Semester,
Module 2: approx. 16 weeks- Spring Semester and, Module 3: approx. 7 weeks- Summer Module as three modules.
Students whose average scores are 65 and above according to the weight of the exams given in a module are considered successful in that module and they are entitled to take a higher-level course from the level they last studied.
In the English Preparatory Program, education is carried out at A1
(beginner), A2 (pre-intermediate), B1 (intermediate), B1 + (intermediate +) levels.
Fall and Spring Semester modules consisting of 16 weeks;
Students who start at A1, A2 and B1, combined levels (A1-A2, A2-B1, B1B1 +),
Students who start at B1 + level receive one level education throughout the module.
B1 + students who have succeeded to take the English Proficiency Exam (Beykoz-PROF) exam, but fail to succeed in this exam, continue their education in the Prep-PT classes where the preparatory courses for the English Proficiency Exam are given.
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A1 LEVEL (Basic User)
Level A1 is the beginner level. Students with little or no knowledge of English attend this program. At this level, students gain basic academic and language skills; they are provided to understand simple and daily questions and instructions. The aim at this level is to teach students simple grammatical structures and basic vocabulary while preparing them for higher-level structures, complex English knowledge and skills.
Students who successfully complete this level;
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They may have difficulty understanding while listening to slow speeches and can communicate in a simple way with help. They can understand and respond to important word groups used in the classroom and structures used in daily speech. |
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They can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences in written texts such as catalogs, announcements or posters. They can read and understand sentences, short dialogues and paragraphs containing basic grammar and words. They can read and understand the texts written in simple structures and familiar subjects to a limited degree. |
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WRITING
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They can write their basic personal information by using the linguistic structures they have learned. Their writing is irregular, they can make mistakes in the writing of words and structures. The words they use when describing the places they live in, the people they know, are limited, and the sentences they establish are simple. |
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SPEAKING
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Grammar dominance is limited, but with simple structures, words and phrases, they can ask and answer questions about their current needs, such as their name, nationality, hometown, telephone numbers, age, or familiar topics; In their communication, they need repetition, expression and correction in other words. |
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A2 LEVEL (Basic User)
A2 level is pre-intermediate level. The student has previously studied English, but has not been able to reach the level of independent users. There may be forgetting and / or incomplete information on previously learned topics. The students in this course begin with basic grammar and vocabulary and continue the program by learning vocabulary related to complex grammatical structures and various social and academic subjects. When the attendance begins, the forgotten topics are quickly remembered. Towards the end of these level courses, the student has a good command of academic language skills and when the student successfully completes this level, s/he reaches the level to follow the intermediate
(B1) level courses. This level focuses on practical communication and academic skills that will enable students to succeed in their studies.
Students who successfully complete this level;
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Understand patterns and frequently used words related to personal, family, shopping, local environment, occupation, etc.
that concern them. They can easily comprehend the basic thinking in short, clear and simple messages and announcements. Students at this level can understand common words, simple phrases, and sentences containing known words. Through repetition, they can comprehend less frequently used words and grammatical structures that are slightly above their level. |
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Students at this level can easily read and understand simple texts on topics they are familiar with, and simple compound sentences and short and simple texts in single or related paragraphs using frequently used words. |
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They can make systematic mistakes in the correct use of simple structures. Despite their limited knowledge of grammar, they can form uniform, simple and compound sentences such as present, broad and past tense; they can combine these sentences and write short and simple paragraphs on known topics. |
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Although they cannot continue speaking long, they can participate in conversations; they can ask and answer questions on personal matters. In simple language, they can describe their families, other people, living conditions, work, education and life history, and create texts on those topics. They can make comparisons on familiar topics and talk about their positive and
/ or negative aspects. They can communicate in simple and routine jobs that require direct exchange of information about familiar topics and activities. |
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B1 LEVEL (Independent User)
B1 level is intermediate level. It is accepted that students who start education with this level have previously learned English. The program of this level focuses on the development of students' academic language skills, reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, and vocabulary and grammar skills. Students are expected to use complex sentences rather than simple and compound sentences. Students who are successful at this level are considered to be “independent learners”, that is, they have significantly improved their language learning knowledge and skills, are aware of the knowledge and skills they need and know how to reach them.
Students who successfully complete this level;
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They can understand what they are listening to about familiar topics and / or daily social events. Skills to respond to written questions have improved while listening. However, note-taking skills need to be improved. |
| READING |
Understand texts that contain the most frequently used words in professions or everyday language.
Understand the basic issues in a text. However, they have difficulty understanding the implied meaning and complex linguistic structures in the text.
Although they can grasp the main idea of the text, academic and under-used non-academic vocabulary should be improved. |
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Students at this level can write academic or non-academic short paragraphs on topics they are familiar with or are of personal interest. They tend to try new structures, and with these structures they can form sentences with few mechanical errors.
There is a variety in sentence structures and words; however, they need support in writing academic paragraphs and essays and building grammatically more accurate sentences and using more complex structures |
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Students at this level can understand and participate in conversations on various topics daily, but may need repetition. They can overcome many situations that can be encountered in travels, where the language is spoken; they can convey their experiences and talk about their thoughts and plans. They have sufficient language knowledge to explain themselves with little hesitation about personal and familiar matters. |
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B1+ LEVEL (Independent User)
The B1 + level is the upper-intermediate + (intermediate +) level. Students at this level are considered to be “independent users” who have the grammar and skill to follow the programs in their departments when they are at the exit level and when they finish with superior success. Students who complete this level with an average score, take the English Proficiency Exam where they will prove their language proficiency.
Students who successfully complete this level;
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The ability to understand listening and take notes has improved, on the other hand, students at this level can often understand the main ideas in academic lectures and take notes accordingly. However, they may sometimes have difficulty understanding details and note-taking skills need to be improved on academic issues. |
| READING |
Students at this level can usually understand, explain and analyze academic and non-academic texts. They need help in conceptualizing the implied meaning in the text. Although they easily understand the main idea of the text, academic vocabulary needs to be improved. |
| WRITING |
Students at this level can understand and use a large number of grammatical structures. They can comment on subjects they read, listen or watch, convey their feelings and thoughts in a meaningful way, and write a simple composition. They may need repetition and support in writing academic paragraphs and essays and applying complex grammatical structures related to the subject. |
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They can provide detailed information on the topics they are interested in, understand texts containing information about concrete and abstract events, ask questions about their problems and causes, and respond to questions. They speak accurately, fluently and spontaneously to enable communication and can make presentations on familiar topics. Students at this level can generally express their opinions in a given topic and respond to others' questions and opinions. |
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This content was updated on 26/05/2020.