The B2 First is an official Cambridge exam that certifies an upper-intermediate (B2) level of English according to the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference).

The expression “Full Throttle” is used in English to mean going at maximum speed, with full energy and commitment. It is an intensive course designed to make fast progress, consolidate knowledge and reach B2 level in a short period of time, with a clear focus on preparing for and passing the B2 First exam.

Who is this course for?

Students with a solid B1 level who need a strong boost to their English and who want to:

• Prepare for and pass the official B2 First exam in a short period of time.

• Study or work in English with greater confidence.

• Meet university, civil service or academic requirements that demand B2 level.

• Improve fluency for travel and professional contexts.

Course objectives

In an intensive 50 h or 60 h format, the course aims to:

• Develop the four skills in a balanced way (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking).

• Gain fluency and accuracy in real-life and academic situations.

• Master the key techniques and strategies of the B2 First exam.

• Reach the exam with confidence, good timing and control, maximising the chances of success.

What is covered in the course

• Grammar: review and consolidation of verb tenses, conditionals, passive voice, reported speech, modal verbs and advanced structures.

• Vocabulary: phrasal verbs, collocations, idiomatic expressions, academic and professional B2-level vocabulary.

• Exam strategies: time management, reading and listening techniques, planning and correcting written texts.

• Intensive speaking practice: full speaking simulations, debates, role-plays and oral presentations.

• Mock exams: practice with real Cambridge-style tasks to consolidate format, pace and confidence.

Discounts

• Unemployed students: 20% discount (DARDE document required).

• University students: 20% discount on any fee for one student throughout the course.