Conversation Course C1

Course Overview

Develop advanced English communication skills through engaging conversations, authentic listening activities and real-world discussions. Learn to express complex ideas fluently, present persuasive arguments, understand nuanced language and communicate confidently in academic, professional and social situations.

What You’ll Learn

Communicate fluently and spontaneously on complex topics.

Express sophisticated ideas with clarity and precision.

Participate confidently in debates and professional discussions.

Understand implied meanings, idiomatic expressions and nuanced language.

Present persuasive arguments and support opinions with evidence.

Improve advanced pronunciation, listening comprehension and speaking accuracy.

Adapt language and communication style to different situations.

Course Curriculum

Conversation course C116 lessons

👁 Lesson 1. Could you tell me . . . ?60 min

Learn how to ask for directions, locate airport facilities and request travel information using polite and indirect questions.

A. Listen and practice.

Eric: Excuse me. Could you tell me where the nearest ATM is?

Clerk: There's one upstairs, across from the duty-free shop.

Eric: Great. And do you know where I can catch a bus to the city?

Clerk: Sure. Just follow the signs for "Transportation."

Eric: OK. And can you tell me how often they run?

Clerk: They run every 20 minutes or so.

Eric: And just one more thing. Do you know where the restrooms are?

Clerk: Right behind you. Do you see where that sign is?

Eric: Oh. Thanks a lot.

▸ Lesson 2. Making changes60 min

▸ Lesson 3. Have you ever . . . ?60 min

▸ Lesson 4. What are you going to do?60 min

▸ Lesson 5. Turn down the TV!60 min

▸ Lesson 6. I give up!60 min

▸ Lesson7. Wedding day60 min

▸ Lesson 8. That’s progress!60 min

▸ Lesson 9. I need a job!60 min

▸ Lesson 10. I need some information.60 min

▸ Lesson 11. What have you been doing?60 min

▸ Lesson 12. What’s playing?60 min

▸ Lesson 13. Have you met Raj?60 min

▸ Lesson 14. If I found $750,000, . . .60 min

▸ Lesson 15. Are you doing anything on Saturday?60 min

▸ Lesson 16. I like guys who . . .60 min

Course Features

Structured LearningCourse content is organized into clear sections and lessons.

AssessmentKnowledge checks and UKEB assessments support measurable progress.

Progress TrackingEnrolled students can follow their learning activity through the student portal.

Flexible AccessLearning resources are available through the UKEB digital learning environment.

Who This Course Is For

StudentsLearners building English skills at C1 level.

GraduatesLearners strengthening practical English for further study and opportunities.

ProfessionalsLearners developing communication skills for professional environments.

Assessment & Certificate

Progress and assessment are managed through the UKEB learning system. Certificate eligibility is based on the applicable course completion requirements.

AssessmentUKEB LMS

ProgressTracked in student account

CertificateSubject to completion requirements