English for Occupational Purposes

English for Occupational Purposes (EOP)

Designed for working professionals and job seekers in the Netherlands, this course gives you the practical English skills you need to perform with confidence in any workplace. From writing professional emails to handling meetings, calls, and client conversations — you will master the language of work.

This is not general English. Every lesson is built around the real tasks, situations, and language demands of the modern workplace. Whether you are aiming for a promotion, switching careers, or stepping into an international team, this course gives you the communication tools to succeed.

Who is this course for?

• Professionals working in international or English-speaking environments in the Netherlands
• Job seekers preparing for applications and interviews in English
• Employees who write emails, reports, or memos in English daily
• Anyone stepping into a new role that requires confident English use at work
• Non-native speakers looking to advance their career in a Dutch or international company

What you will learn

• Workplace vocabulary and industry terminology — Build the specific vocabulary you actually use at work, across sectors
• Professional writing — Emails, memos, reports, meeting summaries, and formal business correspondence
• Job application English — CV and cover letter writing, LinkedIn profiles, and job ad interpretation
• Interview language — Structured answers using the STAR method, handling tough questions, and self-presentation
• Meetings and presentations — Lead, facilitate, and contribute to meetings and briefings in English
• Telephone and video call communication — Clear and professional spoken English for calls and virtual meetings
• Giving and receiving instructions — Precise task communication in team and management contexts
• Customer-facing language — Handle client requests, complaints, and professional conversations with confidence

Course details

• Level: B1 to C1 — Intermediate to Advanced
• Format: Group classes — maximum 8 students per class
• Duration: 8 weeks | 2 sessions per week | 16 classes (90 minutes each)
• Location: Online or in-person across the Netherlands
• Certificate: Certificate of completion issued on successfully finishing the course
• Placement test: Free level assessment included before the course begins
• Materials: All course materials included — no hidden costs
• Language: 100% English from day one — immersive and practical

Why choose this course?

Most English courses teach you the language in the abstract. This course teaches you how to use English where it matters most — at work. Every session uses authentic workplace scenarios: writing an email to a difficult client, leading a project update meeting, responding professionally to a complaint, or presenting your ideas to a team.

By the time you complete this course, you will not just know more English — you will be ready to use it confidently in the real situations your career demands.

Small group classes (maximum 8 students) mean more speaking time, direct teacher feedback, and the chance to practise with peers from similar professional backgrounds.

Pricing

As a new startup committed to making professional English education accessible in the Netherlands, we offer this course at our introductory rate of €149 — one of the lowest prices for structured group English instruction in the Netherlands market. Full 8-week course. No subscriptions. No hidden fees.