Cambridge EMPOWER 2nd Edition
PRE-INTERMEDIATE B1 ENGLISH COURSE
Do you have a basic understanding of English but want to communicate more fluently and naturally?
Our B1 Pre-Intermediate Course helps you build confidence, expand your vocabulary, and improve your grammar for real-life conversations.
Cambridge does not deliver or assess this course. Course completion outcomes are issued by Virtual English.
Course Summary
B1 - C1 12-week courses
📅 KEY DATES
APPLICATIONS CLOSE
Friday, 5 December 2025
CENSUS DATE
Friday, 12 December 2025
Last date to drop a course without financial penalty
ORIENTATION COMMENSES
Monday, 15 December 2025
COURSE START DATE
Monday, 5 January 2026
COURSE END DATE
Thursday, 26 March 2026
📌 TIMETABLE OPTIONS
9:00 am - 1:00 pm UTC+10
(Brisbane, Australia) Mon, Tue & Thu
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm UTC+10
(Brisbane, Australia) Mon, Tue & Thu
💲 EASY PAYMENT PLANS
One-Time Payment
$1497 USD
Monthly Payment Plan
$127.25 USD
12 payments
Flexible Repayment Options
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What is the B1 - Pre-intermediate course?
The B1 Pre-Intermediate course is designed for learners who have a basic foundation in English and want to improve their fluency and accuracy in real-life situations. This course is delivered by Virtual English using Cambridge EMPOWER curriculum and the Cambridge One digital learning platform. It supports learners working towards CEFR level A1–C1.
At this level, you will develop the ability to communicate about a wider range of topics, including work, travel, hobbies, and daily routines. You’ll expand your vocabulary, refine your grammar, and learn to express yourself more naturally in conversations.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to engage in everyday discussions, understand longer texts, and communicate with greater confidence in both personal and professional settings.
Why Choose the B1 Pre-Intermediate English Course?
This course is for people who are just starting their English learning journey and want to build their confidence in basic communication. By joining, you will:
Expand your vocabulary for work, travel, and everyday conversations.
Strengthen your grammar to express yourself more clearly and naturally.
Practice real-world conversations to improve speaking and listening skills.
Virtual English delivers its own online English courses using Cambridge EMPOWER coursebooks and the Cambridge One digital learning platform. Cambridge does not deliver or assess these courses.
What Will You Learn?
In the B1 Pre-Intermediate Course, you will improve your skills in speaking, reading, writing, and
listening. You’ll cover useful topics and situations you can use in real life.
Speaking Practice
Express opinions and share personal experiences.
Describe events, plans, and future intentions in detail.
Ask and answer questions in social and workplace settings.
Participate in conversations while traveling, working, or studying.
Reading Skills
Read and understand emails, articles, and short stories.
Identify key details and main ideas in longer texts.
Follow written instructions and recognize different text formats.
Writing Basics
Write structured emails, messages, and short reports.
Use past, present, and future tenses accurately.
Express thoughts and ideas clearly in written form.
Listening Activities
Understand conversations, interviews, and spoken instructions.
Follow discussions on familiar topics.
Recognize important details in audio recordings from everyday situations.
Course Features That Make Learning Easy
We know learning a language can be challenging. That’s why our course focuses on features
that make your learning experience smooth and effective:
👨🏫 Interactive Lessons
Each lesson is designed to help you practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing using real-life situations. Fun exercises, role-plays, and dialogues make learning enjoyable.
📅 Flexible Learning
Learn at your own pace. Our online platform allows you to access recorded lessons anytime, anywhere, making it easier to fit English practice into your busy schedule.
📝 Clear and Simple Instructions
Lessons are broken into simple steps, so you always know exactly what to do and how to practice.
💬 Build Confidence in Speaking
Through lots of practice, you’ll become more comfortable speaking English in everyday situations. The more you practice, the more confident you’ll feel!
✅ Learn Practical Vocabulary
You’ll learn words and phrases that are useful for everyday life. Whether you’re talking to a friend, ordering food, or asking for directions, you’ll be ready.
Ready to start your English learning journey?
Our B1 Pre-Intermediate Course is your next step toward fluency. Join today and start making progress toward your English goals!
Note: 12-week course
🎓 Miran (Korea)
Karen, I have been afraid of English before I met you. Your soft smile and voice taught me to understand pronunciation and grammar easily. You always encourage me that 'You can do it'. Because of your high standard in teaching, I was led to study English naturally. I will never forget your influence in my studying English.
⭐ "This course helped me improve my communication skills at work. The lessons are practical and easy to apply in real-life situations."
– Elena, Office Assistant
⭐ "I really appreciated the flexible learning. I studied after work, and now I feel more confident speaking English in meetings and everyday conversations!"
– Carlos, Sales Representative
🎓 Maryam (Iran)
I have learned more grammar in Karen's class. She motivated and guided me with her kindness. I will always remember her because of her kind face and the things I learned from her. I like her personality very much because she is kind and friendly, and she motivates us to be better. Thank you for your efforts. I wish you more success.
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B1 Pre-Intermediate English Course (Online)
The B1 Pre-Intermediate English Course is designed for adult learners who already have a basic foundation in English and want to communicate more confidently in real-world situations.
At this level, learners move beyond simple phrases and begin using English more independently for work, further study, and everyday life.
Who this course is for?
This course is suitable for adult learners who can already communicate in basic English but want to improve confidence, accuracy, and control.
You may be suited to B1 if you:
Understand the main ideas in everyday conversations and short texts
Speak in simple sentences but need more confidence and accuracy
Use English for work, study, or daily communication
Have completed A2 or have equivalent knowledge
If you are unsure whether B1 is the right level, our English Level Guide explains each level clearly
Skills learners will work on
At B1 level, learners focus on developing more independent and practical English skills.
Learners work on:
Speaking Practice
Speaking more confidently in discussions and workplace situations
Expressing opinions, experiences, and plans clearly
Understanding the main points of longer conversations and presentations
Reading
Reading emails, articles, and short reports with greater understanding
Writing clear emails and short texts for work and study
Expanding vocabulary and improving grammar accuracy
The focus is on practical communication, clarity, and confidence across all four skills.
Study Expectations (hours per week)
This is a structured online course designed for adult learners balancing study with other commitments.
Typical study expectations are:
Around 6–8 hours per week
Live online lessons with guided practice
Independent study between classes
Ongoing development across speaking, listening, reading, and writing
Regular weekly study supports steady progress at this level.
Online Delivery Format
This course is delivered 100% online, making it suitable for adult learners studying from anywhere.
Live online classes with a qualified English teacher
Structured weekly lessons with clear learning goals
Guided practice and feedback
Access to learning materials between classes
If you would like more detail about lesson structure and study flow, you can read more about how our online English courses are structured and delivered.
Learning Platform (Cambridge One)
Learners access their course materials through Cambridge One, an interactive online learning platform used by education providers worldwide.
Cambridge One allows learners to:
Access digital course materials
Practise reading, writing, listening, and vocabulary
Track progress over time
Study independently between live lessons
No advanced technical skills are required. The platform supports structured practice between live classes.
Continuing your learning journey
After completing B1, many learners continue developing their skills at the next level.
Progressing to B1+ Intermediate English allows learners to communicate with greater confidence, handle a wider range of topics, and participate more actively in work and study contexts.
NEXT STEPS
If you would like personalised advice before joining the waitlist, you can book a free consultation.
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