The English Preparatory Program is an intensive language education designed to enable students who will begin their studies in Translation Studies, English Language and Literature, and English Language Teaching to make a strong academic and cultural start.
The program aims to support students in using English not only as a means of communication but also as a way of thinking, constructing meaning, and interpreting the world.
Through courses in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking, students develop the four fundamental language skills in an integrated manner and acquire academic and critical thinking habits.
By the end of the program, students are expected to achieve C1-level English proficiency in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The courses are conducted across three levels. At all levels, students take Grammar, Reading, Writing, and Listening & Speaking courses.
B1 Level (CEFR B1)
At this level, students develop the ability to use English more independently and confidently. They can understand the main ideas of conversations conducted in clear, standard English on everyday topics, produce connected texts on familiar subjects, and express their experiences, events, and thoughts. At this stage, students also begin to develop academic skills such as summarizing, note-taking, and writing short paragraphs or compositions.
B2 Level (CEFR B2)
This level prepares students for the academic requirements of their faculties. Students can understand complex texts, follow lectures, express their ideas fluently and naturally, and produce well-structured academic writing. By the end of this level, they achieve the proficiency necessary to communicate effectively in academic and professional settings and possess the skills required to continue successfully in their English-medium programs.
C1 Level (CEFR C1)
This level aims to enable students to use English at an advanced level effectively in academic and professional contexts. Students can understand both concrete and abstract ideas across a wide range of topics and identify implicit meanings in long and complex texts. They gain fluency and flexibility in spoken and written communication and can use the language appropriately for social, academic, and professional purposes. At this stage, students actively participate in class discussions, deliver presentations, and synthesize information from various sources to produce comprehensive and coherent academic texts. By the end of the level, students are able to use English competently and demonstrate advanced skills in critical thinking, discussion, and academic production.
