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English for IT – B1 Course 1

This course transitions non-native English speakers from elementary language usage into confident lower-intermediate technical communication.
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Helen Nneka
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Welcome to English for IT – B1 Course 1, an interactive, self-paced online course offered in educational partnership with edube.com and OpenEDG. English is the universal language of software development, global tech infrastructure, and cross-border project management.

This course transitions non-native English speakers from elementary language usage into confident lower-intermediate technical communication. Through instructional videos, real-world tech scenarios, reading comprehension, and structured listening drills, you will master functional grammar, industry-specific vocabulary, and everyday collaboration strategies. Aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR B1) and Global Scale of English (GSE range 43–58), this course serves as the firststep in a two-part sequence preparing you for the official English for IT B1 Certification.

Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
What is English for IT – B1 Course 1?
It is the first course in a two-part lower-intermediate language sequence hosted on edube.com and created by OpenEDG. It teaches practical IT vocabulary, functional grammar, and workplace communication strategies.
Which exam does this course prepare me for?
Together with Course 2, it prepares you for the official English for IT B1 / GSE 43–58 Certification exam (Exam EIT-B1-01).
What CEFR level is covered in this course?
The course targets the lower-intermediate CEFR B1 level, corresponding to the Global Scale of English (GSE) range of 43–58.
Do I need to be a software developer to take this course?
No. The course is designed for both technical professionals (developers, testers, engineers) and non-technical staff (HR, sales, operations) who work alongside tech teams.
What grammar topics are taught in Course 1?
Topics include modal verbs for obligation, gerunds/infinitives after adjectives, passive voice structures, relative clauses, and determiners for quantity and time.
What language skills are tested in the interactive modules?
The course trains listening comprehension, reading technical texts, writing detailed task descriptions, and practical speaking/pronunciation structures.
Is an official certification exam discount included?
Yes, completing the course path grants access to an official discount voucher toward your English for IT B1 certification exam.
How long do I have access to the learning content?
Enrolling gives you 12 months of uninterrupted platform access to all video lessons, reading exercises, audio scenarios, and practice quizzes.

Basic Info

  • Course Code: EIT-B1-C1 / EIT B1 Course 1
  • Sponsoring Bodies: OpenEDG & edube.com
  • Target Certification: English for IT B1 / GSE 43–58 Certification (Exam EIT-B1-01)
  • Target Language Level: Lower-Intermediate (CEFR B1 / GSE 43–58)
  • Format: Online, Self-Paced via Edube Interactive
  • Learning Assets: Instructional Videos, Reading Passages, Audio Scenarios, & Interactive
    Exercises
  • Inclusions: Diploma of Course Completion & Exam Voucher Discount Code

Career Paths, Roles, and Opportunities
Developing B1-level technical English enables professionals to work effectively in cross-cultural
software teams, follow technical documentation, and communicate with global clients.

Potential Career Paths:

  • Global Software Development: Participating in daily stand-up meetings, reviewing pull
    requests, and reading API documentation.
  • International IT Support & Operations: Handling technical tickets, assisting global
    users, and reporting network or system incidents.
  • Technical Project Coordination: Facilitating clear communication between
    non-technical stakeholders and engineering squads.

Lower-Intermediate Job Roles:

  • Junior Software Developer
  • IT Support Technician / Helpdesk Specialist
  • Junior Systems / Network Assistant
  • Quality Assurance Assistant

Current Salaries (UK & US)
Acquiring functional English skills opens access to international employers and remote hiring
pipelines.

United Kingdom (UK) 

  • Junior IT Support Technician £25,000 – £34,000
  • Entry-Level QA Engineer £28,000 – £36,000
  • Junior Software Developer £32,000 – £42,000

United States (US)

  • Junior Helpdesk Analyst $52,000 – $68,000
  • Entry-Level QA Engineer $58,000 – $74,000
  • Junior Software Engineer $65,000 – $82,000
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Course details
Duration 20 to 30 total study hours.
Lectures 5
Level Intermediate
Certificate Awarded
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Course requirements
  • Language Prerequisite: Elementary English proficiency (CEFR A2 or GSE 22–42equivalent).
  • Technical Experience: Basic computer literacy; no prior software engineering or networking experience is required.
  • Hardware & Software: Any desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet access and audio capability for listening modules.
Intended audience
  • Non-Native IT Professionals: Software developers, network engineers, QA testers, and support specialists working or aiming to work in English-speaking environments.
  • Non-Technical Tech Sector Employees: HR managers, project coordinators, and account managers collaborating with technical teams.
  • Computer Science & Tech Students: Higher education learners preparing for job interviews with global IT firms.
  • Certification Candidates: Students preparing to validate lower-intermediate IT English proficiency on the OpenEDG pathway.