The B2.2 course is a continuation of the Dutch B2.1 Intensive course. You can also enroll in this course if you possess level B2.1. You already have a solid basic knowledge of the Dutch language, but you want to further improve your skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Among other things, you will learn how to read and write complex texts and how to understand and apply proverbs. In addition, extra attention will be paid to increasing your vocabulary, developing reading strategies and strengthening your grammatical knowledge. The final level of this year-long Dutch course is B2.2 (Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)..

Growth of level of Dutch from B2.1 to B2.2

Starting level at the beginning of the course: B2.1
Final level at the end of the course: B2.2

In brief

13 classroom lessons in 13 weeks
40 contact hours: 1 lesson per week of 3 hours
3 hours of self-study per week
For: expatriates and theoretically trained non-native speakers

B2.2 Dutch course - The lessons

You participate in this course together with other students who have mastered the B2.1 level. You work with the book Dutch at level (chapters 4 through 6), the comprehensive method of Dutch for advanced non-native speakers. The course covers cultural and current themes, including international and sustainability. In each lesson you work on expanding your vocabulary and on grammatical correctness. The emphasis is constantly on active use of the language in meaningful situations. This advanced course also includes assignments and tips to help you prepare for the NT2II state exam.

Objectives - B2.2 Dutch course

• You will increase your vocabulary and refine your grammatical knowledge.
• You communicate spontaneously in the Dutch language, understand complex conversations and others understand you with ease.
• You can more and more easily follow longer spoken texts, such as debates, documentaries and films.
• You can speak at length on a variety of topics, articulating your opinions and supporting your views with clear arguments.
• You can participate more easily in conversations and discussions in Dutch, including on complex and unfamiliar topics. You will use, among other things, expressions in combination with prepositions, separable verbs with prepositions, the relative pronoun and the predominant adverb.
• You are increasingly able to write structured and coherent texts on a wide range of topics, presenting your ideas clearly.
• With a minimum attendance of 80% and completing the homework, you can achieve Dutch communication skills at level B2.2.

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the Dutch B2.2 course, you will receive a certificate confirming your language level and participation (minimum 80% present).

Material

Book: Dutch at level, chapters 4 to 6
The second part is addressed.

ISBN: 9789046904411

The book is not included in the price. You can order the book from: Nederlands op niveau - Berna de Boer ; Ronald Ohlsen | Bookstore Libris Venstra - Amstelveen

Online study materials

When you purchase the book it automatically includes a code for the website. This contains many online practice materials that you can use to get started at home. This material consists of:

• (interactive) assignments to further practice vocabulary, verbs, dictation, pronunciation, grammar, reading and listening
• audio of dialogues, pronunciation, language acts, texts and vocabulary
• grammar and pronunciation videos

Group size

The minimum number of participants is six, with a maximum of 12.

Why choose Platform C?

• We organize extra activities for all Dutch students
• Learning method for theoretically trained non-native speakers
• Lots of practice in practice
• Central location in the middle of Amstelveen
• Professional and skilled teachers

Useful links

Explanation of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) levels, aka European Framework of Reference.

View advancement opportunities for the C1.1 course.

Intake and registration

Do you flow through from the Dutch B1.1 Intensive course, then you can register yourself right away. If you have completed level B1 elsewhere, please register for a personal intake, then you can be sure this course is right for you. Click through to the intake page and read how the intake goes. After the intake, the teacher will advise at what level you can start. You can then sign up for that course.