Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin, Ireland

Students rated Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin : 4.1/5.0   (119 reviews)

Events during which it may be particularly attractive to visit Dublin:

Arthur\'s Day (27.Sep.2013), Open House (01.Oct.2013 - 16.Oct.2013)

Other English schools in Dublin offering English courses:  Alpha College of English 4.1/5.0  , Kenilworth Language Institute 4.2/5.0  , Language in Dublin 3.9/5.0  , Study & Live in your Teacher's Home 4.2/5.0  , Swan Training Institute

General Information on Centre of English Studies (CES)

Facilities

Cafeteria, lounge, movie room, library, free after-class access to language learning software, computer lab, free water dispenser

Classroom equipment

Heating, ample natural light in all classrooms.
TV, electronic whiteboard in some classrooms.

Accreditations and Quality seals of Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Dublin Airport.  It takes 30 minutes by car to school.

All prices in € (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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1

Intensive General English
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 14
285 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	613	872	1141	1674	2232	2790	3348	3471	6096	267
Minimum duration: 2 weeks. Standard Course in the mornings + afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday to further develop communication skills.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 08.Apr.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 26.Aug.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00 Afternoon: 14:10  - 16:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

2

Standard General English
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
235 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	503	717	940	1308	1744	2180	2616	2535	4368	195
Minimum duration: 2 weeks. The morning is divided into two parts (grammar/use of language & communication skills) and two teachers usually share the class.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 08.Apr.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 26.Aug.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

3

Junior English & Activity (14-17 years)
Lessons per week: 15  | Max. group size: 15
594 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	1210	1781	2375	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Duration: 2, 3 or 4 weeks. Full board accommodation in host families, all materials, afternoon cultural & sports programme, and excursions on Saturdays are included. Project work, Irish culture, history and legend are an important part of the course. Each extra day will be charged at the rate of 92€/day.
Starting dates	2013: 17.Jun.2013, 24.Jun.2013, 01.Jul.2013, 08.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 22.Jul.2013, 29.Jul.2013, 05.Aug.2013. Course not available: 01.Jan.2013 - 14.Jun.2013, 19.Aug.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:30  - 12:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

4

Junior English & Golf (14-17 years)
Lessons per week: 15  | Max. group size: 15
752 € per week (Based on the price of 3 weeks)

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Price in €	--	1567	2256	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
Duration: 2 or 3 weeks. Not suitable for complete beginners in golf. Golf on 3 days (1 hour), full board accommodation in host families, all materials, afternoon cultural & sports program, and excursions on Saturdays are included.
Starting dates	2013: 01.Jul.2013, 08.Jul.2013. Course not available: 01.Jan.2013 - 28.Jun.2013, 22.Jul.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:30  - 12:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

5

English & Rugby (14 - 17 years)
Lessons per week: 15  | Max. group size: 15
730 € per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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Price in €	--	1460	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
The programme is designed to help young players improve all aspects of their game from passing, kicking and tackling to nutrition, stamina, strength and the mental side of the game. Fixed duration: 2 weeks. Full board accommodation in host families, course materials, and activity programme included.
Starting dates	2013: 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013. Course not available: 01.Jan.2013 - 28.Jun.2013, 29.Jul.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:30  - 12:45
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

6

Combination Course (20 group + 5 individual)
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 14
459 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	999	1460	1835	2290	2745	3200	3655	4565	5475	455
Standard course (mornings) + 5 hours one-to-one per week (2.5 hours two afternoons/week). Minimum duration: 2 weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 07.Jan.2013, 08.Apr.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 26.Aug.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00 Afternoon: 14:00  - 16:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

7

General English + Business
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 14
285 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	613	872	1141	1420	1699	1978	2257	2815	3373	279
General English (morning) + Business English every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon. Minimum duration: 2 weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Course not available: 28.Oct.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00 Afternoon: 14:10  - 16:00
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

8

Teacher Training Course
Lessons per week: 25  | Max. group size: 16
438 € per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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Price in €	--	875	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
For non-native English Teachers. Course comprised of: 10 hours/week devoted to language usage, awareness and development. 10 hours/week dedicated to the exploration of eclectic, pragmatic methodologies. Afternoon schedule of Lectures and Visits. Fixed duration: 2 weeks.
Starting dates	2013: 01.Jul.2013, 15.Jul.2013, 06.Aug.2013, 19.Aug.2013. Course not available: 01.Jan.2013 - 28.Jun.2013, 02.Sep.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

9

Cambridge First (FCE) Exam Preparation
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
195 € per week (Based on the price of 12 weeks)

Weeks	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	10	12	13
Price in €	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	2340	2534
Fixed duration: 9 or 13 weeks. January & June start = 9-week course March & September start = 13-week course Please note there must be a minimum of 8 students for each level of the Cambridge Exam Course.
Starting dates	2013: 07.Jan.2013, 11.Mar.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 02.Sep.2013. Course not available: 19.Aug.2013 - 30.Aug.2013, 02.Dec.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00
Required minimum language level	Upper intermediate (B2)

10

Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Exam Preparation
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
195 € per week (Based on the price of 12 weeks)

Weeks	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	10	12	13
Price in €	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	2340	2534
Fixed duration: 9 or 13 weeks. January & June start = 9-week course March & September start = 13-week course There must be a minimum of 8 students for each level of the Cambridge Exam Course.
Starting dates	2013: 14.Jan.2013, 11.Mar.2013, 17.Jun.2013, 02.Sep.2013. Course not available: 19.Aug.2013 - 30.Aug.2013, 02.Dec.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00
Required minimum language level	Advanced (C1)

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Special IELTS Preparation (20hrs)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 14
235 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	503	717	940	1308	1744	2180	2616	2535	4368	195
Students can take the exam at the school at the end of their course. There is a test at the end of each week and a complete practice IELTS examination during the last week of the course. Minimum duration: 2 weeks. Official exam every month.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

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IELTS Preparation (26 hrs)
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 14
285 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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Price in €	--	613	872	1141	1674	2232	2790	3348	3471	6096	267
Students follow the Standard Course in the mornings and take the IELTS Preparation option three afternoons per week (Tuesday - Thursday). Minimum duration: 2 weeks. Students can take the exam at the school at the end of their course. Official exam every month.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Lessons will be scheduled within the following times according to your level: Morning: 9:00  - 13:00 Afternoon: 14:10  - 16:00
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

Note: All courses offered by Centre of English Studies (CES), Dublin can be booked online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	55 minutes
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 65 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	IELTS ,  Cambridge First ,  Cambridge Advanced ,  Cambridge Preliminary ,  TOEFL
Language school closed:	In 2013 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2013, 18.Mar.2013, 29.Mar.2013, 01.Apr.2013, 06.May.2013, 03.Jun.2013, 05.Aug.2013, 28.Oct.2013, 21.Dec.2013 - 31.Dec.2013
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Gaelic, Polish, Portuguese, German, Italian, French, Spanish, English

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Host Family
Single room, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 700 € per month

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Price in €	--	350	525	700	175	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Double rooms also available. Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Half board on weekdays, Full board on weekends, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	High season dates 01.Jun.2013 - 30.Sep.2013
High season	High season supplement per week: 30 €

2

Auburn House Residence
Single room, No meals
196 € per week

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Price in €	196	392	588	784	196	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person 10 bedroom house situated in Whitehall, a mature residential area in Dublin within easy cycling distance (approx. 5km) from the city centre. Check-in is Saturday or Sunday, check-out is Saturday only. IMPORTANT: Airport Transfer on Arrival MUST be booked. Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable.

3

Crestfield School Residence
Single room, No meals
196 € per week

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Price in €	196	392	588	784	196	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person 6 bedroom house situated in Whitehall, a mature residential area in Dublin within easy cycling distance (approx. 5km) from the city centre. Check-in is Saturday or Sunday, check-out is Saturday only. IMPORTANT: Airport Transfer on Arrival MUST be booked. Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. No extra nights bookable.

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Shanowen Square
Single room, No meals  | Minimum stay in weeks: 2
From 740 € per month

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Price in €	--	370	555	740	185	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person 4 bedroom layout - all rooms are single en-suite with shared dining & living area. Wheelchair accessible. Distance from school: 30 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	Dates not available:01.Jan.2013 - 30.Jun.2013, 01.Sep.2013 - 31.Dec.2013

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Trinity College - University Residential Accommodation
Single room, No meals
270 € per week

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Price in €	270	585	900	1215	315	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Located predominantly in the historic areas of the Trinity College campus, in the heart of the city. Bedrooms are situated within adjoining houses, many overlooking historic squares. Private bathroom (ensuite) available for a weekly supplement of 140€. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 45 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	Dates not available:01.Jan.2013 - 30.Jun.2013, 02.Sep.2013 - 31.Dec.2013

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Hotel
Single room, Breakfast
700 € per week

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Price in €	700	1400	2100	2800	700	70
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Prices may vary depending on availability. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Heating, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 100 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.
Dates	Dates not available:08.Jul.2013 - 28.Jul.2013

Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	no
Single room	on request
Optional airport transfer:	Dublin International (DUB): for 65 € (one way) Taxi costs about 40 € to the city center Dublin International (DUB) (Juniors): for 120 € (return trip) Dublin International (DUB) (Juniors, 23h-8h): for 160 € (return trip)

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