In the given paper, the author explains the key peculiarities of ESP spoken (oral / vocal) language proficiency competences (listening and speaking) in the internationally acceptable levels of performance for Bachelor’s degree courses in the field of computer engineering. Singled out are the main reasons for IT/computer engineers to have a high level of speaking and listening skills. It is pointed out that B2 language proficiency level is the standard of achievement for the Bachelor’s degree in accordance with the ESP Core Curriculum. Analyzed are the findings that were discussed by the other researchers and highlighted are those issues which need further research. Also given is the information about some concepts, such as competence, and discussed is the importance for future information technology engineers to develop sufficient competences in listening and speaking. Purpose. To analyze the historical background of developing oral communicative competences in listening and speaking English in the field of computer engineering. Methodology: critical analysis of the theoretical literature relevant to the purpose and classification of the sources; empirical: questionnaire. The scientific novelty of the work lies in the fact that determined are the methodological prerequisites for the formation of future bachelors’ in computer engineering spoken (oral / vocal) language competence; generalized is the experience of prominent researchers; systematized are the scientific concepts / terms related to the formation of spoken (oral / vocal) language competence. Conclusion. This study shows that the problem of fostering spoken language proficiency competences in English for future bachelors of computer engineering has not been solved yet. The perspectives for further research are to formulate clear-cut goals and define the content of spoken language proficiency competences in English for future specialists in the field of computer engineering.