English for Studies Abroad (FSI-0AZ)

The aim of the examination is to prove student's knowledge and skills at B2 level with the focus on the vocabulary and skills needed when studying in the English language. The students are expected to use the language as independent users.

A student who successfully passes the 0AZ exam understands the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialization. A successful exam candidate can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.

Knowledge of grammar and vocabulary at B2 level is regarded as a minimum to pass the exam.

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compulsory prerequisite: English - Exam B1 [7AZ]

The exam tests the knowledge and skills acquired in previous study. It corresponds to B2 level and is intended for students wishing to participate in Erasmus+.

The exam takes an oral form. In its first part, the student is required to complete a set of tasks testing their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary at B2 level and explain their answers. Then the candidate will be asked to talk spontaneously about a topic which they have not prepared beforehand. The topic of the conversation will be related to a particular aspect of university life and the candidate shall be able to engage in conversation spontaneously without prior preparation, with sufficient accuracy and range of grammar and vocabulary, fluency, and interaction. The student is required to score at least 50% in both parts of the exam.