{"id":6060,"date":"2025-10-14T11:00:05","date_gmt":"2025-10-14T08:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theenglishschool.gr\/?p=6060"},"modified":"2026-10-05T05:38:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-05T02:38:32","slug":"why-learn-foreign-languages-c1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theenglishschool.gr\/en\/why-learn-foreign-languages-c1\/","title":{"rendered":"Why learn foreign languages? \u2013 C1"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Why it is worth learning foreign languages - the students' answer C1<\/strong>At the Advanced level, a reasoned position is required, not just an opinion. See where C1 is located<\/a> between Lower and Proficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The question itself is an exercise in argumentation. See the preparation for higher-level exams<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frequently asked questions about the level<\/h2>\n
Which school grade corresponds to C1 (Advanced)?<\/summary>

C1 (Advanced) corresponds to the 3rd grade of Junior High School - 1st grade of High School. The correspondence of all levels with the school grades is available in the English level guide<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n

What certificate does this level aim for?<\/summary>

In C1 (Advanced), the preparation is directed towards Cambridge C1 Advanced. It is not a mandatory step, but it gives the student a first contact with the examination process.<\/p><\/details>\n

Why are placement topics given at this level?<\/summary>

Because the C1 and C2 exams require exactly that: a reasoned opinion with counterarguments. A topic like the usefulness of foreign languages lends itself to structured development.<\/p><\/details>\n

How many years are needed from this level to the certificate?<\/summary>

Each level of the tutoring center corresponds to one school year. C1 is above Lower and below Proficiency, at the C1 level of the Common European Framework. The smooth progression from Pre-Junior to Proficiency C2 usually takes 8 to 10 years, aiming for Lower by the latest in the 2nd grade of Junior High School. The complete table with the eight levels, grades, and corresponding diplomas is available in the level guide<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n\n