English Exam for University Study (FSI-GEN3)

Academic year 2026/2027
Supervisor: Mgr. Dita Gálová, Ph.D.  
Supervising institute: ÚJ all courses guaranted by this institute
Teaching language: English
Course type: departmental course
Aims of the course unit:

The aim of the exam is to demonstrate that the student is able to communicate in English independently at B1 level as a minimum.

 

A student who successfully passes the GEN3 exam understands the main ideas of comprehensible input on topics related to everyday situations, while studying or preparing for a future career. A successful exam candidate can engage in conversation, describe facts, events and goals, and can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. The scope corresponds to the content of the courses GEN1 and GEN2 (see courses documentation).
Learning outcomes and competences:
 
Prerequisites:

Candidates are expected to have active knowledge of English, enabling them to express themselves fluently on topics related to university studies, their interests, and their fields of study. Their vocabulary and grammar must correspond to at least level B1 (see the GEN1 and GEN2 courses).

Links to other subjects:
compulsory prerequisite: English 3 [A3]
compulsory co-requisite: English 4 [A4]
compulsory co-requisite: General English I [GEN1]
compulsory co-requisite: General English II [GEN2]
Course contents:

The exam assesses candidates' ability to use language independently, focusing on successful communication in contexts related to study, personal interests, and future careers. The written part tests knowledge of grammar within the scope of the GEN1 and GEN2 courses. Candidates are therefore required to have active knowledge of at least B1 level. The speaking part aims to test candidates' ability to actively use the language, participate in conversations, respond spontaneously to questions without preparation and explain and express thoughts and opinions.
Teaching methods and criteria:
 
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes:

The exam has a written and an oral part and tests the knowledge of general English. The written part tests the knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, while the oral part tests the ability to engage in conversation spontaneously without prior preparation. It also assesses fluency of speech, pronunciation and the ability to use grammar and vocabulary covered in the compulsory literature. The student is required to score at least 50% in both parts of the exam.


There are no lessons.
Controlled participation in lessons:
 
Type of course unit:
    Guided consultation  1 × 1 hrs. compulsory                  
Course curriculum:
    Guided consultation There are no lessons.
Literature - fundamental:
1. GÁLOVÁ, D.; SLÁMEČKOVÁ, M. English for University Study: Student’s Book for first year students. Brno: VUT v Brně, Fakulta strojního inženýrství, 2026. ISBN: 978-80-214-6447-6.
Literature - recommended:
1.

CLARE, Antonia, J. J. WILSON a Stephanie DIMOND-BAYIR. Speakout: intermediate. 2nd edition. Harlow: Pearson Education, [2015]. ISBN 978-1-292-11594-8.
2. MURPHY, Raymond. English grammar in use: a self-study reference and practice book for intermediate learners of English: with answers. Fifth edition. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2019. ISBN 978-1-108-45765-1.
The study programmes with the given course:
Programme Study form Branch Spec. Final classification   Course-unit credits     Obligation     Level     Year     Semester  
B-KSI-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-MAI-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-STI-A full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-STR-P full-time study AIŘ Applied Computer Science and Control -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-STR-P full-time study KSB Quality, Reliability and Safety -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-STR-P full-time study SSZ Machine and Equipment Construction -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-STR-P full-time study STG Manufacturing Technology -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-VKP-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-ZSI-P full-time study STI Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-ZSI-P full-time study MTI Materials Engineering -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-ENE-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-MET-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-FIN-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-PDS-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
B-PRP-P full-time study --- no specialisation -- Ex 2 Compulsory 1 1 S
C-AKR-P full-time study CLS -- Ex 2 Elective 1 1 S