Would you like to improve your English language skills? The Language & Training Centre (LTC) has developed a number of courses specifically aimed at employees of Erasmus University
Rotterdam. These courses focus on speaking or writing skills. The specific content of our courses will be tailored to meet the individual needs of each participant.
Courses usually consist of 8 weekly sessions of 2 hours each.
Which course levels are offered?
Please take a look at our full range of English for EUR staff:
The goal of this course is to improve the level of both your written and oral skills up to level A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). You will practise a variety of work-related writing activities like: learning how to greet, telephoning, asking for help or advice, exchanging information, making an appointment and writing a short email or text.
- To be admitted to this course both your current level of oral and written skills need to be at A1. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the A1 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- This course is only offered upon request. Please contact us at 010-4081997 or ltc@eur.nl.
The goal of this course is to improve the level of both your written and oral skills up to level B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You will practise a variety of work-related writing activities like: telephoning, giving a report on meetings, conducting small talk, asking questions, presenting visual information, improving general grammar and vocabulary, welcoming visitors in formal and informal situations and writing emails.
- To be admitted to this course both your current level of oral and written skills need to be at A2. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the A2 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- This course is only offered upon request. Please contact us at 010-4081997 or ltc@eur.nl.
The goal of this course is to improve your level of oral skills up to level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You will build the necessary skills and practice a variety of speaking activities, tailored to your specific role and work context. To do so, you will receive guidance on the most relevant points of grammar, as well as expanding your vocabulary to deal with typical work tasks. Activities could include: greetings and introductions; conducting small talk; giving (short) presentations; providing progress updates; holding meetings; giving instructions; and intercultural communication. The precise content will be adapted so as to meet individual participants’ needs.
The weekly in-class speaking activities are designed to help you activate your language in a relevant context and are complemented by constructive feedback from peers and instructors. The regular opportunities to practice help to build your levels of comfort and confidence in spoken English, ultimately leading to greater fluency. On reaching B2 level, participants can communicate effectively in English and discuss a range of topics relevant for their work or study.
- To be admitted to this course your current level of oral skills need to be at B1. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the B1 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- Do you have any questions? Please contact us at ltc@eur.nl.
- 24 April - 12 June 2026
- Registration deadline is 7 April 2026
| Course schedule | Course day & time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking with Confidence B2 | Fridays | 11:00-13:00 | Campus Woudestein |
Please note: the exam (19 June) is optional
The goal of this course is to improve the level of written skills up to level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You will practise a variety of work-related writing activities like: giving opinions in writing, using linking words, improving cohesion in writing, making good paragraphs, editing your English in general and enhancing grammatical structures.
- To be admitted to this course your current level of written skills need to be at B1. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the B1 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- This course will not be offered in course period 3 (April-June 2026). Please contact us at ltc@eur.nl in case you have any questions.
The goal of this course is to improve your level of oral skills up to level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You will develop skills to improve your confidence in speaking in a variety of work-related areas with native and non-native speakers of English. This often requires you to simplify or elaborate on information given, which requires flexibility in being able to use simple and more complex vocabulary. Activities could include: explaining processes; clarifying doubts; leading and taking part in meetings; discussing options, putting forward proposals; dealing with objections, and more general conversation and discussion. The course will be based on the individual participants’ needs.
As well as gaining a greater range of expression, you will be able to present ideas and discuss topics in more depth and with greater confidence, identifying and adopting certain nuances to understand the tone of a message. Due to constant speaking practice, the speed of access to vocabulary will be increased, meaning you can communicate more spontaneously and almost effortlessly. On reaching C1 level, participants can communicate effectively using a wide range of expression and at a higher, more nuanced level.
- To be admitted to this course your current level of oral skills need to be at B2. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the B2 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- Do you have any questions? Please contact us at ltc@eur.nl.
- 23 April - 18 June 2026
- Registration deadline is 7 April 2026
| Course schedule | Course day & time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking with Confidence C1 | Thursdays | 14:00-16:00 | Campus Woudestein |
Please note: no class on 14 May. The exam (25 June) is optional
The goal of this course is to improve the level of written skills up to level C1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference. You will practise a variety of work-related writing activities like: structuring your writing, giving facts and opinions, writing several letters and invitations, giving good and bad news, writing questionnaires, information sheets, and proposals and reporting results.
- To be admitted to this course your current level of written skills need to be at B2. As proof of this entrance level we accept: the B2 result of an LTC English assessment or an LTC certificate of the previous level (not older than 2 years).
- This course will not be offered in course period 2 (Jan-Mar 2026). Please contact us at ltc@eur.nl in case you have any questions.
"A perfect course 1) to further improve your speaking skills; 2) to receive constructive and useful feedback, and 3) to increase your
confidence in speaking English in a group."
- For the A2 &B1 courses you will receive an offer since the courses are tailor-made.
- The course fee for the B2 & C1 courses are € 500,-
- The (optional) exam at the end is € 65,-. The exam is needed to get a certificate.
- If there are less than 5 registrations for a course, LTC will contact you regarding possibilities for a tailor-made program.
- These courses are accessible to both employees of Erasmus University and professionals from the business sector who are not affiliated with Erasmus University.
- To be admitted to an English course, you have to be in the possession of a language assessment statement or a certificate of a previous level. This certificate can not be older than two years.
- The English courses are in principle offered three times a year (October-December / January-March / April-June)
- The course materials are included in the course fee. You will receive a confirmation letter with further details when the course starts.
- Course participants are expected to spend approximately two hours a week on course preparation and self-study. This is a guideline: some may need more time.
- Our groups are small: the minimum number of participants is 5, the maximum is 10. Please note that the LTC reserves the right to cancel this course if the required minimum number of participants hasn’t been reached.
- Attendance is not compulsory; however, to be able to take the optional exam you have to attend a minimum of 7 sessions.
- Participants who pass the optional exam at the end of the course will receive a certificate. Please note: Due to the short duration of the course, some participants might need more hours to reach a higher level. Discuss with the teacher of the course whether taking the exam is feasible.
- Read our general terms and conditions carefully before registering.
To be admitted to one of the courses for EUR employees, please take a look at the admissions requirements of the course of your choice. You can enroll for a course by filling in a digital enrolment form on the website of TOP for employees. Please note: you should receive a confirmation directly after your enrolment.
If not, please contact us at ltc@eur.nl.