Our English Reading Comprehension Course is designed for people who may not necessarily have prior knowledge of the language, and it prepares them to effectively understand texts at a full intermediate level by recognizing grammar and vocabulary patterns that aid in understanding the material.

By the end of the course, students will be able to read, analyze, and understand various types of texts, using the reading and comprehension strategies and techniques they have learned.

General Objective

To develop students' ability to read, analyze, and comprehend various types of texts, using the strategies and techniques they have learned.

Requirements

Students ages 14 and older.

Organization

• Basic Level (3 cycles)
• Pre-Intermediate Level (2 cycles)
• Early Intermediate Level (2 cycles)
• Upper Intermediate Level (3 cycles)*

*Level eligible for Master's and Doctoral programs (first language) at PUCP's Graduate School, based on a final in-person exam in the CLECVPlus3 course (date to be determined by the Coordination Office)

Duration

• Each cycle lasts 6 weeks.
• Since this is a 100% online self-paced course, we recommend completing 30 hours of independent study with activities from Monday through Saturday.

Home

• Bimonthly (July–August): Thursday, July 2, 2020

Technical Requirements

The course is taught through the PUCP PAIDEIA educational platform, which does not require prior experience with online courses. However, it is important that you are familiar with your computer and have some basic knowledge. Before enrolling, please review the minimum technical requirements for taking the course.

View technical requirements >>>

Registration

For new or returning students

• If you do not know the language: You can begin the course at the first level without taking a placement test. You can apply for enrollment by filling out the online form.
• If you have prior knowledge of the language: You must take an online placement test. The results of this test will determine the level at which you will begin your studies. The cost of the test is S/. 35 nuevos soles. To register for the test, click here

For Current Students

• You can register via the Language Extranet. For more information, click here

Investment

• For the CLECV 1 course: S/ 360 soles (materials included only in this course)
•  S/ 300 soles (for each of the levels from Clev 2 through Clev Plus 3)
  Does not include materials (see material costs)

Certification

Upon successful completion of each level, a virtual certificate will be issued free of charge and sent via email. If you would like a printed certificate, you can request one at our offices. Terms and fees apply.

To obtain the certificate, the student must meet the following requirement:

• Minimum passing grade for any course activity as well as for passing the course modules: 75% (decimals rounded down to the nearest whole number).

More information

Similar Courses