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Enquiry Letter

课程咨询信

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词汇 core 14 · expansion 17 · chunks 7

核心词 core

coursen.A2
课程
take a course · a full-time course
I am interested in taking a business course.
我对修读商务课程感兴趣。
timetablen.B1
课程表;时间表
a busy timetable · check the timetable
Could you send me a timetable for the course?
您能发给我一份课程表吗?
registrationn.B1
注册;登记
online registration · registration fee
Registration for the course closes on 15 March.
该课程的注册截止日期是3月15日。
deadlinen.B2
截止日期
meet a deadline · a strict deadline
The application deadline is next Friday.
申请截止日期是下周五。
feen.B1
费用
course fee · pay the fee
The total fee for the programme is £800.
该项目总费用为800英镑。
qualificationn.B2
资格;资格证书
a teaching qualification · entry qualifications
What qualifications do I need to apply?
我需要哪些资格才能申请?
certificaten.B2
证书
a completion certificate · a language certificate
Students receive a certificate at the end of the course.
学生在课程结束时会获得证书。
diploman.B2
文凭
a higher diploma · a diploma in nursing
She is studying for a diploma in marketing.
她正在攻读市场营销文凭。
applyv.B1
申请
apply for a course · apply online
How do I apply for the summer programme?
我该如何申请暑期项目?
enrolv.B2
注册(入学)
enrol on a course · enrol in a college
I would like to enrol on the beginner's Spanish course.
我想注册初级西班牙语课程。
tutorn.B2
导师;辅导教师
a personal tutor · a private tutor
Each student is assigned a tutor.
每个学生都会分配一名导师。
materialn.B1
材料
course materials · study materials
Are the materials included in the fee?
课程材料包含在费用里吗?
schedulen.B1
安排表;日程
a class schedule · a busy schedule
Please send me a detailed schedule for the course.
请发给我一份详细的课程安排。
locationn.B1
地点
course location · convenient location
Could you tell me the exact location of the training centre?
您能告诉我培训中心的具体地点吗?

扩展词库 expansion

entry requirementsn.B2
入学要求
meet the entry requirements
modulen.B2
模块;单元
an elective module
assessmentn.B2
评估;考核
continuous assessment
assignmentn.B2
作业;任务
written assignment
flexibleadj.B2
灵活的
flexible study options
attendancen.B2
出勤
minimum attendance
lecturen.B1
讲座;讲课
attend a lecture
seminarn.B2
研讨会;课堂讨论课
small group seminar
workshopn.B2
讲习班;工作坊
a practical workshop
instituten.B2
学院;机构
a training institute
scholarshipn.B2
奖学金
apply for a scholarship
vocationaladj.B2
职业的
a vocational course
academicadj.B1
学术的
academic year
intensiveadj.B2
强化的;密集的
an intensive course
onlineadj./adv.A2
在线的
an online course
part-timeadj./adv.A2
兼职的;业余的
a part-time student
full-timeadj./adv.A2
全日制的;全职的
a full-time programme

词块 / 生存短语 chunks

book a place预订名额
I would like to book a place on the course.
我想预订一个课程名额。
attend a course参加课程
How many students attend the course each year?
每年有多少学生参加这个课程?
meet the requirements满足要求
Do I meet the requirements for this course?
我满足这个课程的要求吗?
fill in a form填写表格
Please fill in the online application form.
请填写在线申请表。
get a refund获得退款
Can I get a refund if I cancel my registration?
如果我取消注册,能退款吗?
study at your own pace按自己的节奏学习
This online course allows you to study at your own pace.
这门在线课程让你能按自己的节奏学习。
look into调查;研究
I'm looking into different language courses.
我正在研究各种语言课程。

语法 语言升级点

Indirect questions (embedded questions)B2
使请求或询问更礼貌、更正式,书面与口语均常用
Could you tell me + 疑问词/if + 主语 + 谓语(正常语序)
间接问句是把问题嵌入到另一句话中,疑问词后面的语序变为陈述句语序(主语+谓语),不使用do/does/did构成疑问。特别适合咨询信等正式场合。例如:Could you tell me when the course starts? 注意不能说 when does the course start。

例句

I would be grateful if you could tell me how much the course costs.
如能告知课程费用,我将不胜感激。
Please let me know whether accommodation is available.
请告知是否有住宿。

常见错误

✗ Could you tell me what time does the lesson begin?✓ Could you tell me what time the lesson begins?
间接问句中,疑问词后直接用陈述句语序,不加助动词does。
↑ 提分:再高一档可结合名词化:I am writing to enquire about the possibility of starting in January.
Reported speech (summary)B2
转述他人的话语或问题,用于信件中解释先前得知的信息或转述他人所说的内容
主语 + said (that) / asked ... 时态后移,人称、时间状语等相应变化
在咨询信中,你可能需要转述从他人那里听说的信息,例如:A friend told me that the course was very useful. 注意时态后移(一般现在时→一般过去时),但如果是客观事实或情况未变,也可不后移。

例句

A colleague mentioned that the training programme was well organised.
一位同事提到那个培训项目组织得很好。
The website stated that the deadline was 1 May.
网站上写明截止日期是5月1日。

常见错误

✗ She said me that the course was full.✓ She told me that the course was full. / She said that the course was full.
said 后不能直接接人称宾语,要用 said to me 或 told me。
↑ 提分:再高一档可用更复杂的转述动词,如 confirm、explain、warn 等,并保持时态准确。

阅读 Reading course info

Short Course: Introduction to Graphic Design
Introduction to Graphic Design This four-week evening course is designed for beginners who want to learn the basics of graphic design. No previous experience is required. Course content The course covers colour theory, layout, and the use of common design software. You will also complete a small project each week to build your skills. Schedule Classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. The next course starts on 10 June. Location All sessions take place at the City Centre Campus, Room 3B, 15 King Street. Fees The total cost is £280, which includes all materials. A 10% discount is available if you register before 20 May. How to apply Please fill in the online application form on our website. Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
layout版面设计discount折扣limited有限的
TFNG1.Students need some graphic design experience for this course.
✅ FALSE — 原文说No previous experience is required,所以不需要任何经验。
gap_fill2.Classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from ___ p.m.
✅ 6:30 — classes are held ... from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.,只需要填开始时间。
MCQ3.How much does the course cost if you register in April?
  • A £280
  • B £252
  • C £308
✅ B — 4月早于5月20日,可享受10% discount,280 * 0.9 = 252。
TFNG4.The course takes place at the university's main building.
✅ FALSE — 地点是City Centre Campus,并非main building。
💡 技巧:课程说明通常包含时间、地点、费用、申请方式等信息。快速读题后定位关键词(如discount, date),注意细节计算和同义替换(如City Centre Campus是否等于main building)。

听力 Listening Section 1 · US

情景:学生打电话咨询计算机课程(Section 1 对话)

Receptionist
Good morning, Bright Future College. How can I help you?
Student
Hello. I'm calling about the web design course. Could you give me some details?
Receptionist
Sure. The course runs for six weeks, every Monday and Wednesday, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Student
Okay. And what's the cost?
Receptionist
It's $450 for the full course, including a certificate. But there's an early-bird price of $395 if you sign up by the 15th.
Student
I see. Is there an exam at the end?
Receptionist
No, there's no exam. Instead, you'll complete a project to finish the course.
Student
That sounds good. How do I register?
Receptionist
You can register online. The website is www.brightfuture.edu. The course code is WD150.
Student
WD150. Great, thank you.
gap_fill1.The course is on Mondays and ___
✅ Wednesday(s) — 听力原文every Monday and Wednesday,后文直接说Wednesday,注意拼写。
MCQ2.What is the early-bird price?
  • A $450
  • B $395
  • C $350
✅ B — early-bird price of $395。
gap_fill3.Instead of an exam, students do a ___ at the end.
✅ project — you'll complete a project。
gap_fill4.The course code is ___
✅ WD150 — The course code is WD150。
💡 技巧:Section 1 对话语速较慢,提前读题预判答案词性,注意数字、价格、专有名词。留意否定词(no exam)和替代信息(instead, do a project)。

写作 Writing Task 1 (letter)(formal) · 目标 170 词

You have seen an advertisement for a two-week computer course. Write a letter to the course provider. In your letter: - explain why you are interested in the course - ask about the course schedule and fees - find out if any materials are included
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to enquire about the two-week computer course that was advertised in the local newspaper. I would be very grateful if you could provide me with further details. I am currently working as a junior accounts clerk, and my employer has recently introduced new accounting software. As I have very little experience with this system, I believe the course would help me improve my skills and perform better at work. I was also told by a colleague that your training is highly practical, which is exactly what I need. First of all, could you please tell me the exact dates of the next course and how many hours per week it involves? I would also like to know what the total fee is and whether there is a discount for early registration. Finally, I would appreciate it if you could let me know whether course materials are included in the price or if I need to bring my own laptop. Thank you for your time. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully, Marta Costa

逐句标注

任务“I am writing to enquire about the two-week computer course”开门见山说明写信目的,覆盖全部三个要点。
词汇“I would be very grateful if you could”正式礼貌的请求表达,体现书信语域。
语法“I was also told by a colleague that your training is highly practical, which is exactly what I need.”使用被动语态(I was told)和关系从句(which is),展示结构多样性。
衔接“First of all, ... Finally, ...”清晰分点询问,衔接自然,逻辑顺序明确。
语法“could you please tell me ... how many hours per week it involves”间接问句,符合本课语法重点,也符合正式信函的礼貌要求。
🎯 本档语言特征:三要点齐全,语气正式礼貌;间接问句、被动、关系从句等结构使用准确;段落分明,连接词(first of all, finally)使用恰当。全文接近170词,符合字数要求。
↑ 再上一档:向7.5+提升可再增加一处复杂间接问句,如将some details具体化,或使用更高级的请求语(I wonder if you could also clarify...)。

口语 Speaking

Part 1

Q: Are you studying at the moment?
Yes, I'm taking an online business course. It's quite demanding, but I enjoy learning at my own pace.
💡 直接回答+课程类型+个人感受,用at my own pace展示词汇。
Q: What kind of courses do you find interesting?
I'm particularly keen on practical courses that can help me with my job, for example anything related to IT or data analysis.
💡 给出偏好,举例具体,用keen on和related to。

Part 2 · 提示卡

Describe a course you would like to do in the future. You should say: what the course is; where you would take it; what you would learn; and explain why you want to do it.
I’d like to talk about a photography course that I’ve been thinking about for a while. I would probably take it at a local art centre that offers evening classes, because that would fit around my job. The course would cover the basics, like how to use a camera properly, composition, and lighting. I’m not aiming to become a professional photographer, but I think it would be a really enjoyable hobby and a creative outlet. I also believe that learning a new skill, even if it’s not for work, keeps your brain active and reduces stress. The reason I haven’t done it yet is quite simple: I’ve had a busy schedule, and I keep putting it off. But hopefully next year I’ll finally book a place.
💡 四点全含,用二类条件(would be)、间接引语(I think it would…),自然流畅。

Part 3

Q: Do you think practical skills or academic knowledge is more important?
I think they’re both valuable, but it really depends on the situation. For example, if you want to become a doctor, academic knowledge is essential. But for many jobs, practical skills such as communication or problem-solving can be just as useful. Striking a balance is probably the best approach.
💡 两面权衡,用striking a balance,显示辩证思维。
Q: How important is it for schools to teach life skills?
I believe it’s becoming increasingly important. Things like managing money, cooking, or basic first aid are skills everyone needs, yet they are often not taught in traditional schools. If students were introduced to these early on, they would be better prepared for adult life.
💡 用二类条件(If…were introduced…would be),表达假设,符合B2语法。

高频短语

I’m particularly keen on...表达特别喜爱或感兴趣的事
Striking a balance取得平衡
keep putting it off不断推迟

应试策略

6.5档书信关键:语气正式、结构清晰。引信首句即点明目的;分段处理不同询问点;多用间接问句显礼貌。Task 2同理,四段论证,连接词不要生硬。

本档提分建议

从6.5到7.5:书信可丰富询问方式(如I wonder if you could clarify...),减少堆砌简单连接词,让逻辑更流畅。口语多展示推断性语言(I suppose..., It might be that...)。