• English Across the Curriculum is a free website that allows you to improve your English skills in many subjects. Explore a wide range of topics in English, and by doing so, improve your vocabulary and knowledge through a series of tasks and exercises.

    This website does not require any form of registration or login . You do not need an account or password.

    The courses are lower-intermediate (A2), intermediate (B1) and upper-intermediate (B2) . In some cases, units are suitable for more than one level.  

    Each course has several parts. You should work through them in the order below.

    • Introduction - contains a short summary of what awaits you in the course.
    • Contents - The main part consists of web pages of information. Difficult words (in bold print) are explained at the bottom of each page.
    • PDF Vocabulary Sheet - All units have a printable vocabulary sheet at the end of the information section.
    • Videos - Selected videos with additional information help you understand the topic.
    • Exercises and Tasks - After you work through the information section, you can do the online exercises and tasks. They contain multiple choice tests, vocabulary exercises, cloze exercises, crosswords, and jigsaw puzzles.
    • Written Tasks - Some units offer written tasks that you can hand in to your teacher
    • End of Course Test - To complete the course, do an end of course test and compare your answers with the key.

    If you find any errors (and I'm sure you will ) please let me know. I would also appreciate comments and feedback. Email me at eac@english-online.at

    Have fun 😃


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