Price comparison: 4 week Cambridge First Certificate English course
FCE Preparation Course
Dublin
20 lessons per week with the main goal of preparing students for the FCE exam.Students can study and prepare for the Cambridge B2 First Exam with ATC Language Schools. The Cambridge English Qualifications are recognised worldwide by governments, employers, universities and colleges. The exam focuses on the 4 key skills of English, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
ATC’s Cambridge exam preparation course for the B2 First exam is 9 or 12 weeks long. The timetable includes 20 hours of lessons per week. The full course will develop the skills students will use during the exam, enhance students’ comprehension and fluency of using English language, and allow them to practice the exam techniques required.
Each Cambridge B2 First exam preparation course is planned to align with an exam offered locally - ATC can arrange the exam additionally to the course.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation
Dublin
This course is specifically designed to help prepare students for the Cambridge First exams.Each course start date is set with the official exam date in mind so students can take the test just as they finish their programme.
Course length varies according to start date:
January Start = 9-10 weeks
March Start = 12 weeks
July Start = 6 weeks
September Start = 12 weeksOur Cambridge Examination Courses are taught by expert teachers who have a proven success record in preparing students for the First Certificate Examination. Our teachers will train you in the key examination techniques across all the language skills.
If you wish to do the FCE, you should generally start your exam preparation course at least 8 weeks prior to the examination date.
Location
Dublin, Ireland
Age
17+
Duration
8 - 12 weeks
Class Size
Maximum 14, Average 9
Tuition
20 x 60 minutes of group tuition per week
Levels
FCE – CEFR B2
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) Exam Preparation 15 - Afternoon
Dublin
The Exam Preparation courses aim to refine practical academic and English communication skills essential for excelling in these exams. The program's content includes regular exam tutorials and mock exams, practice with authentic past exam papers for both written and oral assessments, and real-life English language tasks and topics designed to cultivate practical academic skills.
Students are encouraged to register for their chosen exam at least five weeks in advance.English is such a global language in today’s world that scoring high on a recognized English proficiency exam is a sure way to set yourself apart from the crowd, and to open doors both academically and professionally.
The Exam Preparation courses will help you focus on the practical academic and English communication skills necessary to excel on your exam.
All students who wish to take an Exam Preparation Course must pass an entrance test, to ensure they are taking the exam best suited to their level. The school recommends that students register for their exam a minimum of 5 weeks in advance.
The content in the Exam Preparation programmes include:
- Regular Exam tutorials and mock exams
- Oral & written practice using authentic past exam papers
- Real-life English language, tasks, and topics to develop your practical academic skills
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam fee: 200 €
Exam dates: 02 Mar 2024, 20 Apr 2024, 01 Jun 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 22 Aug 2024, 05 Oct 2024, 26 Nov 2024
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) Exam Preparation 16 - Morning
Dublin
The Exam Preparation courses aim to refine practical academic and English communication skills essential for excelling in these exams. The program's content includes regular exam tutorials and mock exams, practice with authentic past exam papers for both written and oral assessments, and real-life English language tasks and topics designed to cultivate practical academic skills.
Students are encouraged to register for their chosen exam at least five weeks in advance.English is such a global language in today’s world that scoring high on a recognized English proficiency exam is a sure way to set yourself apart from the crowd, and to open doors both academically and professionally.
The Exam Preparation courses will help you focus on the practical academic and English communication skills necessary to excel on your exam.
All students who wish to take an Exam Preparation Course must pass an entrance test, to ensure they are taking the exam best suited to their level. The school recommends that students register for their exam a minimum of 5 weeks in advance.
The content in the Exam Preparation programmes include:
- Regular Exam tutorials and mock exams
- Oral & written practice using authentic past exam papers
- Real-life English language, tasks, and topics to develop your practical academic skills
Lessons per week: 16 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam fee: 200 €
Exam dates: 02 Mar 2024, 20 Apr 2024, 01 Jun 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 22 Aug 2024, 05 Oct 2024, 26 Nov 2024
Cambridge B2 First (FCE) Exam Preparation 20
Dublin
The Exam Preparation courses aim to refine practical academic and English communication skills essential for excelling in these exams. The program's content includes regular exam tutorials and mock exams, practice with authentic past exam papers for both written and oral assessments, and real-life English language tasks and topics designed to cultivate practical academic skills.
Students are encouraged to register for their chosen exam at least five weeks in advance.English is such a global language in today’s world that scoring high on a recognized English proficiency exam is a sure way to set yourself apart from the crowd, and to open doors both academically and professionally.
The Exam Preparation courses will help you focus on the practical academic and English communication skills necessary to excel on your exam.
All students who wish to take an Exam Preparation Course must pass an entrance test, to ensure they are taking the exam best suited to their level. The school recommends that students register for their exam a minimum of 5 weeks in advance.
The content in the Exam Preparation programmes include:
- Regular Exam tutorials and mock exams
- Oral & written practice using authentic past exam papers
- Real-life English language, tasks, and topics to develop your practical academic skills
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam fee: 200 €
Exam dates: 02 Mar 2024, 20 Apr 2024, 01 Jun 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 22 Aug 2024, 05 Oct 2024, 26 Nov 2024
FCE Exam Preparation Course
Dublin
This course consists of 26 lessons per week designed to pass the First Certificate in English Exam. Practice exams and guidance from a tutor is included in the package. The General English classes take place from Monday to Friday in the morning. The FCE exam preparation lessons are in the afternoon from Tuesday to Thursday.Cambridge English Qualifications are in-depth exams that make learning English enjoyable, effective and rewarding. These qualifications are based on research into effective teaching and learning. They motivate people of all ages and abilities to learn English and develop practical skills for the real world. Each exam focuses on a level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), helping learners to improve their speaking, writing, reading and listening skills step by step. Whatever your goals or ambitions, Cambridge English Qualifications are a mark of excellence, accepted and trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide.
Cambridge English Language Assessment provides a number of internationally recognised examinations for people who need formal certification of their English language proficiency. Cambridge Examination Courses at CES are designed to prepare students for one of the following Cambridge Examinations:
First Certificate in English - FCE (B2 First)
Certificate in Advanced English - CAE (C1 Advanced)
The Cambridge Examinations usually take place four times per year, mid-March, mid-June, mid-August, and mid-December. CES Exam Preparation courses are planned to finish on the week before the exam will take place.
At CES schools in Canada, this course runs as a full-time exam preparation course. In Ireland and the UK morning lessons will help to develop general language skills while the afternoon lessons focus on exam preparation.
Lessons per week: 26 (55 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation
Dublin
This is a preparation course for the FCE exam. The course price does not include the exam fee. The start date depends on the lenght of your course:
- 4 weeks course: 29 Jul.
- 8 weeks course: 17 Jun.
- 10 weeks course: 25 Mar. Core English training in reading, writing, speaking and listening will focus on:
- Methods and strategies for successful integrated and independent writing.
- The skills needed to speak confidently and succeed in a one-to-one interview.
- Listening strategies such as listening for the idea of what’s said and for detail
- Skim reading for meaning, scanning for detail, paraphrasing, making inferences, and more.
Perfect Your Exam Technique
On this thorough, targeted course, you will learn the valuable exam skills needed to meet or surpass your expected result. Using sample papers and with continuous practise of specific tasks, you will become familiar with the exam you are taking and learn how to answer the questions as effectively as possible.
Improve Your English
Being in an English-speaking environment for a long time improves your level. You will be speaking English inside and outside of your classroom. Your lessons will focus on preparing you for your exam; however, you will also see your English fluency improving from spending time in an English-speaking country.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation FCE
Galway
Speaking exam dates set 2 weeks in advance of the written papers.Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE, CPE) are given in house at Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Average examination results: 95% pass r Cambridge First Certificate
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam fee: 215 €
Exam dates: 02 Mar 2024, 01 Jun 2024, 25 Jul 2024, 22 Aug 2024, 14 Dec 2024
Cambridge English: First (FCE) Exam
Wexford
Part-Time Evening Courses takes place on two evenings per week. New students can join this language course every week.
Lessons per week: 4 (45 minutes per lesson)
Academic Year in Ireland Morning - Exam Preparation
Dublin
Overview
If you want to improve your English skills, you will need to improve all of your key language skills. The school wants to make sure that you get the most out of your lessons so the General English course will focus on your:
Speaking and Listening
Pronunciation
Reading and Writing
Grammar and Vocabulary
You can choose how long you wish to enrol for, from 1 week to 24 weeks, at any one of the school's three English Centres.
You have the freedom to choose how, when and for how long you want to study.
The General English courses offer 20 lessons/15 hours per week in either morning or afternoon classes.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive FCE Preparation FCE-26
Limerick
20 lessons general English (Monday to Friday) + 6 lessons FCE preparation (Tuesday to Thursday) per week. For best results, students are recommended to take a 12-week course.Additional fees for students enrolled for 25 weeks:
- Admin fee: EUR 300.
- Health insurance: EUR 150.
- Learner protection: EUR 150.A B2 First qualification shows that you can:
- communicate effectively face-to-face, expressing opinions and presenting arguments
- follow the news
- write clear, detailed English, expressing opinions and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view
- write letters, reports, stories and lots of other types of text.
Reasons to choose B2 First:
- Accepted for entry to foundation/pathway/pre-sessional courses in English-speaking countries.
- Accepted for entry to undergraduate programmes taught in the medium of English in non-English-speaking countries.
Lessons per week: 26 (45 minutes per lesson)
FCE Focus
Dublin
FCE Focus available for levels Upper-Intermediate to Advanced, consists of 20 hours per week intensive preparation and practice for all components of the Cambridge First Certificate Exam (FCE). A huge emphasis is placed on preparing students for every aspect of the exam ensuring adequate cover of each of the skills.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation Intensive
Dublin
This preparation course helps students build exam strategies and language skills and improves the students' familiarity with the exam format. Combination of general English and exam preparation lessons.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation Super-Intensive
Dublin
This preparation course helps students build exam strategies and language skills and improves the students' familiarity with the exam format. Combination of general English and exam preparation lessons.
Lessons per week: 25 (45 minutes per lesson)
Accelerated Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
Cork
Cambridge Assessment English Qualifications are accepted by education institutions, employers and governments around the world.
ACET is an authorised testing centre for Cambridge Assessment English.
At ACET, learning English is more than just examinations. It’s about having the confidence to communication and access a lifetime of experiences and opportunities.
The Cambridge Examination Courses prepare clients for the 4 components of the examinations: Reading & Use of English, Writing, Listening Comprehension and Speaking.
Studying at ACET;
- Pre-test available for clients to assess which examination they can sit. Clients who do not complete a pre-test are tested on their first day, assessed and advised on a suitable choice of examination
- Supplementary examination practice is organised for clients taking the exams
- Teachers are experienced Cambridge examiners with many years of experience in exam preparation and clients have personal tutorial each week to monitor and review clients’ progress
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
Cork
Cambridge Assessment English Qualifications are accepted by education institutions, employers and governments around the world.
ACET is an authorised testing centre for Cambridge Assessment English.
At ACET, learning English is more than just examinations. It’s about having the confidence to communication and access a lifetime of experiences and opportunities.
The Cambridge Examination Courses prepare clients for the 4 components of the examinations: Reading & Use of English, Writing, Listening Comprehension and Speaking.
Studying at ACET;
- Pre-test available for clients to assess which examination they can sit. Clients who do not complete a pre-test are tested on their first day, assessed and advised on a suitable choice of examination
- Supplementary examination practice is organised for clients taking the exams
- Teachers are experienced Cambridge examiners with many years of experience in exam preparation and clients have personal tutorial each week to monitor and review clients’ progress
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation
Dublin
The Cambridge English First (FCE) is a University of Cambridge ESOL examination. In fact, it is designed for people who use everyday written and spoken English at an upper-intermediate level. All in all, the Cambridge First examination is an extremely popular, internationally recognised qualification in English.
The full-time Cambridge First Preparation Course provides comprehensive preparation and practice for all four papers (Writing, Reading, Speaking, and Listening). First of all, the lessons focus on key grammar and vocabulary. Secondly, you will practice important skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking). Finally, you will get to know the exam strategies and techniques in order to ensure optimum exam performance. In addition to the regular tuition hours, we also offer listening practice tests. Furthermore, each candidate can have at least two full mock-speaking papers prior to their exam date.
Features of the exam programmes:
- Experienced teachers who know the exam.
- Full-time and class options.
- Guided after-class extension activities.
- Individual academic tutorials with your teacher and our Learning Support Coordinator.
- Mock exams to help you practise under test conditions.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior FCE Exam Preparation 20
Dublin
Included in the price:
- All classes are in mixed nationality groups.
- Shared accommodation with a host family.
- Daily activities.
- 1 evening activity.
- Full-day excursion every Saturday.
- Private transport to and from the school.
- All course materials.
- End-of-course certificate.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior FCE Exam Preparation 26
Dublin
The comprehensive Cambridge First programme is perfect for students wishing to prepare for all aspects of the Cambridge FCE exam. An upper-intermediate level is needed to be able to join this course.
Included in the price:
- All classes are in mixed nationality groups.
- Shared accommodation with a host family.
- Daily activities.
- 1 evening activity.
- Full-day excursion every Saturday.
- Private transport to and from the school.
- All course materials.
- End-of-course certificate.
Lessons per week: 26 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Homestay Programme: Intensive & Cambridge Exam Preparation
Dublin
Malahide
This course includes 15 language lessons, 5 exam Cambridge exam preparation lessons, accommodation and a multi activity programme.Special diet supplement: EUR 30 per week.
Airport Meet & Greet and transfer to/from homestay: EUR 55 one way.Intensive & Cambridge Programme
Our Intensive Programme offers 20 full hours of tuition per week, including 5 hours of Cambridge Exam preparation sessions. This programme is perfect for students who would like extra English tuition or are interested in preparing for or sitting one of the Cambridge Exams. We offer Cambridge lessons at PET, FCE and CAE level.
Students attending a Junior Camp may have a lot of unsupervised time. Parents should instruct students as to their limitations during free time (Evenings, Sundays, going to and from school, break times, etc) when they are not attending the organised lessons or activities. The school has a dedicated 24/7 emergency number for each of their camps.
The juniors with homestay can either walk to school or are a very short bus journey away in surrounding neighbourhoods. For the first day the host family usually show them how to get to school by walking or bus. As students have a travel pass with most programmes they can also take a local bus for a few stops if they prefer not to walk.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Preparation Course
Bray
20 lessons per week with the main goal of preparing students for the FCE exam.Students can study and prepare for the Cambridge B2 First Exam with ATC Language Schools. The Cambridge English Qualifications are recognised worldwide by governments, employers, universities and colleges. The exam focuses on the 4 key skills of English, reading, writing, listening and speaking.
ATC’s Cambridge exam preparation course for the B2 First exam is 9 or 12 weeks long. The timetable includes 20 hours of lessons per week. The full course will develop the skills students will use during the exam, enhance the students’ comprehension and fluency of using English language and allow them to practice the exam techniques required.
Each Cambridge B2 First exam preparation course is planned to align with an exam offered locally, ATC can arrange the exam additionally to the course.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive FCE Preparation & General English
Dublin
Morning General English classes (20 hours per week) are from Monday to Friday.
Afternoon FCE Prep classes (6 hours per week) will be on Mondays and Wednesdays.This course is for students who need to quickly improve their exam writing, reading, speaking and listening and bring up their level of English at the same time. The first part of your class (9:00-13:10) will contain a mix of General English and Exam Preparation. In this part of the class there will be a broader focus on improving all aspects of your English language skills. The second part will be 2 afternoons per week (6Hrs) (Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday) from 1.50pm to 5pm. This class focuses exclusively on the exam and prepares you with the skills and strategies you need for the exam. You will develop the skills and strategies needed for exam writing, speaking, listening and reading.
Lessons per week: 26 (60 minutes per lesson)
Afternoon FCE Preparation
Dublin
This course runs on Mondays and Wednesdays.These courses are part-time afternoon Exam Preparation classes. Cambridge preparation runs on Monday and Wednesday from 13:50 to 17:00, and IELTS Preparation runs on Tuesday & Thursday from 13:50 to 17:00.
Lessons per week: 6 (60 minutes per lesson)
Young Adult Cambridge Exam Preparation
Cork
The programme includes 4 hours of English language tuition and exam preparation per day during the morning, with an additional two afternoons of exam practice. Activities and excursions are scheduled on other days. This course is ideal for students who wish to bring their language and exam knowledge up to the level required for the exam. Students can sit the exam at CEC at the end of their course as CEC is an official Cambridge testing centre.
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation
Cork
CEC's examination courses prepare students for all the components of the examinations: Reading, Use of English, Comprehension, Listening Comprehension and Speaking. Students will complete sample papers and examination practice.
The classes are small and very intensive with every effort made to prepare students for every aspect of the examination on a daily basis ensuring adequate cover of each of the skills. Please note that students must be of an Upper Intermediate Level of English to take part in this course. A placement test will be administered on arrival at the school to confirm the student’s level of English.
Cork English College has run these courses for a number of years and students have achieved excellent results.
As CEC is now an OPEN Cambridge Testing centre, students have the possibility to take the FCE and CAE tests in the college. CEC is the ONLY computer based Testing Centre in Cork.
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 12
Average examination results: 90% Cambridge First Certificate
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam dates: 02 Mar 2024, 09 Mar 2024, 15 Jun 2024, 14 Dec 2024
Accelerated Cambridge Exam Preparation
Cork
Start dates:
PET: 06 Nov
FCE: 31 Jul, 13 Nov
CAE: 31 Jul, 13 Nov
Exam dates:
PET: 01 Dec
FCE: 24 Aug, 09 Dec
CAE: 25 Aug, 09 DecThe Cambridge Preparation Programme (Accelerated) is for students who wish to prepare and pass the internationally recognised Cambridge Exam in a short timeframe. The preparation courses help you to improve your overall English language ability while also developing the skills and techniques needed to pass the exam.
A students CEC Experience begins before they travel to Cork with the online English level test. This short test confirms a student’s current level and helps us to place them in the best class for their success.
The intensive courses prepare you for all the components of the examinations: reading, writing, use of English, listening and speaking, and include regular timed examination practice with feedback from our trainers plus access to our E-Learning platform for further examination practice.
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 12
Average examination results: 90% Cambridge First Certificate
Accredited exam test center: Cambridge First Certificate can be taken directly at the school.
Exam dates: 24 Aug 2024, 25 Aug 2024, 01 Dec 2024, 09 Dec 2024
Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) Intensive - Morning
Dublin
Cambridge examinations are internationally recognized by employers and universities. At ISI Dublin we offer two kinds of courses for students wishing to complete the Cambridge FCE or CAE examinations, one part-time and one intensive.
Key points:
• Very intensive programme
• Dedicated Cambridge
preparation classes every day
• Two different teachers
• Fixed dates each year leading
up to the official Cambridge
Examination dates
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge First Certificate (FCE) Intensive - Afternoon
Dublin
Cambridge examinations are internationally recognized by employers and universities. At ISI Dublin we offer two kinds of courses for students wishing to complete the Cambridge FCE or CAE examinations, one part-time and one intensive.
Key points:
• Very intensive programme
• Dedicated Cambridge
preparation classes every day
• Two different teachers
• Fixed dates each year leading
up to the official Cambridge
Examination dates
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation
Dublin
Temple Bar
Highly focused course with 20 lessons per week which will provide you with test-taking strategies and prepare you for all sections of the Cambridge exam.Start dates:
- 4 weeks: 03 Jul.
- 12 weeks: 27 Mar, 18 Sep.The Cambridge English Qualification is an internationally recognized test and qualification of English language ability.
This program will prepare you for the Cambridge English Exam: FCE (B2 First), leaving you with a thorough, detailed understanding of the Cambridge Exam structure and teaching you a variety of test-taking strategies.
Kaplan's lessons offer you a chance to take Cambridge Exam practice tests, learn a variety of techniques and feel confident on test day, which coincides with your last week of the course.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive FCE Exam Preparation
Dublin
Temple Bar
This course will help you towards a certificate accepted by top businesses and educational organizations throughout the world. It includes 20 Cambridge English Qualification preparation lessons, 8 specific skills lessons and 7 K+ lessons per week.Start dates:
- 4 weeks: 03 Jul.
- 12 weeks: 27 Mar, 18 Sep.The Cambridge English Qualification is an internationally recognized test and qualification of English language ability.
This program will prepare you for the Cambridge English Exam: FCE (B2 First), leaving you with a thorough, detailed understanding of the Cambridge Exam structure and teaching you a variety of test-taking strategies.
Kaplan's lessons offer you a chance to take Cambridge Exam practice tests, learn a variety of techniques and feel confident on test day, which coincides with your last week of the course.
Lessons per week: 35 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Supplementary
Dublin
Temple Bar
Lessons per week: 35 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation - Classic
Dublin
This course can be used to prepare for any of the Cambridge certificate exams. The Intensive Exam Preparation programmes aid students in developing their skills and techniques for all major international language examinations. Each course provides a balance of skills work, with emphasis on the student’s areas of weakness and the specific requirements of the exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Junior FCE Fast Track + Activity Programme
Dublin
Artane
The price includes course materials and the exam fee.CES International Junior Summer School combines expert Fast Track Cambridge CAE training with a full programme of sports, activities and cultural visits. The lessons will focus on developing the core language skills; with particular emphasis given to preparing for CAE certificate exam that will take place at the end of the last week of the course.
The package includes full board homestay accommodation, 15 morning lessons of intensive CAE preparation classes that will be followed by afternoon sports and cultural activities.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation - Morning
Dublin
In this programme, students will focus on the main exam areas: writing, listening, speaking, reading and use of English. First, participants will get a general introduction to the structure of the exam followed by a progressive development of language skills.Help and guidance is provided to each student wishing to enrol for an official Cambridge Examination.
These programmes focus on the four main exam areas:
Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking
The courses begin with a general introduction to the overall structure of the examination, followed by a gradual development of the sub-skills:
Reading and Use of English
Reading for detailed and specific information
Deducing unknown vocabulary from context
Justifying an answer
Interpreting an author’s overall opinion of a given topic
Familiarisation with and regular practice of each of the task types: Multiple-choice cloze, Open cloze, Word formation, Key word transformations, summary writing. Particular attention is paid to the following:
Analysis of parts of speech and parts of a sentence
Lexical-grammatical focus– idioms, collocations, word semantics, synonyms, varying registers
Attention placed on language etymology – affixation (prefixes and suffixes) for word formation
Grammar – tenses and articles are among the most common issues for speakers of certain languages
Writing
Part 1 - Compulsory task: Formal and informal letter and e-mail writing
Part 2 - Choice of 1 out of 4 - emphasis on writing essays, proposals, reports, short stories, reviews, articles, letters and e-mails (formal and informal)
Text organisation (introduction and conclusion)
General coherence - linking ideas and sentences appropriately
Listening
Listening for gist and specific information - dates, times, prices etc. Task types: sentence completion, multiple-choices and multiple matching
Constant exposure to exam-style recordings e.g. monologues, two-way conversations, group discussions etc.
Emphasis is placed on the different native English-speaking accents
Recording scripts are subsequently analysed for vocabulary content
Speaking
Examination of academic vocabulary and expressions for recurring discussion topics
Part 2: Focus on analysis and description of visual prompts (photographs)
Part 3: Focus on interactive skills while collaborating and discussing visual aids, with the aim of responding to a given situation
Engaging in certain language functions such as speculating, justifying an opinion, negotiating and reaching consensus
Particular focus is placed on language accuracy and fluency
Regular simulations of the complete speaking exam in student pairs
Students will be carefully trained to complete each exam task in the specific allotted time and will practice transferring answers from exam booklets to the official exam answer sheet.
All exam programmes offered by the school are structured in a way that builds students’ confidence through continual practice of exam-specific tasks, combined with regular designated exam practice days followed by detailed feedback provided to each student.
Individual logs are kept of each student’s scores to highlight stronger skills and pinpoint weaker areas for further development. The aim of this is to show progression and to form the basis for assigning supplementary work to improve on these areas.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation - Afternoon
Dublin
In this programme, students will focus on the main exam areas: writing, listening, speaking, reading and use of English. First, participants will get a general introduction to the structure of the exam followed by a progressive development of language skills.Help and guidance is provided to each student wishing to enrol for an official Cambridge Examination.
These programmes focus on the four main exam areas:
Reading and Use of English
Writing
Listening
Speaking
The courses begin with a general introduction to the overall structure of the examination, followed by a gradual development of the sub-skills:
Reading and Use of English
Reading for detailed and specific information
Deducing unknown vocabulary from context
Justifying an answer
Interpreting an author’s overall opinion of a given topic
Familiarisation with and regular practice of each of the task types: Multiple-choice cloze, Open cloze, Word formation, Key word transformations, summary writing. Particular attention is paid to the following:
Analysis of parts of speech and parts of a sentence
Lexical-grammatical focus– idioms, collocations, word semantics, synonyms, varying registers
Attention placed on language etymology – affixation (prefixes and suffixes) for word formation
Grammar – tenses and articles are among the most common issues for speakers of certain languages
Writing
Part 1 - Compulsory task: Formal and informal letter and e-mail writing
Part 2 - Choice of 1 out of 4 - emphasis on writing essays, proposals, reports, short stories, reviews, articles, letters and e-mails (formal and informal)
Text organisation (introduction and conclusion)
General coherence - linking ideas and sentences appropriately
Listening
Listening for gist and specific information - dates, times, prices etc. Task types: sentence completion, multiple-choices and multiple matching
Constant exposure to exam-style recordings e.g. monologues, two-way conversations, group discussions etc.
Emphasis is placed on the different native English-speaking accents
Recording scripts are subsequently analysed for vocabulary content
Speaking
Examination of academic vocabulary and expressions for recurring discussion topics
Part 2: Focus on analysis and description of visual prompts (photographs)
Part 3: Focus on interactive skills while collaborating and discussing visual aids, with the aim of responding to a given situation
Engaging in certain language functions such as speculating, justifying an opinion, negotiating and reaching consensus
Particular focus is placed on language accuracy and fluency
Regular simulations of the complete speaking exam in student pairs
Students will be carefully trained to complete each exam task in the specific allotted time and will practice transferring answers from exam booklets to the official exam answer sheet.
All exam programmes offered by the school are structured in a way that builds students’ confidence through continual practice of exam-specific tasks, combined with regular designated exam practice days followed by detailed feedback provided to each student.
Individual logs are kept of each student’s scores to highlight stronger skills and pinpoint weaker areas for further development. The aim of this is to show progression and to form the basis for assigning supplementary work to improve on these areas.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation 30
Galway
Salthill
The B2 First, or Cambridge B2 First Certificate, is an international English language qualification recognised by universities and employers all over the world. Our course prepares you thoroughly for taking the Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam (FCE).
This course is the perfect choice if you’re looking to gain a qualification that is widely used and an accepted standard of testing English. There are many different FCE exam preparation courses available in Ireland, but few prepare you as well as our expert teachers do – and all in the beautiful setting of Galway.
The Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam is situated between the B1 Preliminary (PET) and the C1 Advanced (CAE) exam. This certificate proves to employers and universities that you have a level of English that will allow you to work or study in English.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation 20 - PM
Galway
Salthill
The B2 First, or Cambridge B2 First Certificate, is an international English language qualification recognised by universities and employers all over the world. Our course prepares you thoroughly for taking the Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam (FCE).
This course is the perfect choice if you’re looking to gain a qualification that is widely used and an accepted standard of testing English. There are many different FCE exam preparation courses available in Ireland, but few prepare you as well as our expert teachers do – and all in the beautiful setting of Galway.
The Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam is situated between the B1 Preliminary (PET) and the C1 Advanced (CAE) exam. This certificate proves to employers and universities that you have a level of English that will allow you to work or study in English.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation 20 - AM
Galway
Salthill
Starting dates:
- 9 weeks: 24 Jun, 14 Oct
- 12 weeks: 11 Mar, 23 Sep.The B2 First, or Cambridge B2 First Certificate, is an international English language qualification recognised by universities and employers all over the world. Our course prepares you thoroughly for taking the Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam (FCE).
This course is the perfect choice if you’re looking to gain a qualification that is widely used and an accepted standard of testing English. There are many different FCE exam preparation courses available in Ireland, but few prepare you as well as our expert teachers do – and all in the beautiful setting of Galway.
The Cambridge B2 First Certificate Exam is situated between the B1 Preliminary (PET) and the C1 Advanced (CAE) exam. This certificate proves to employers and universities that you have a level of English that will allow you to work or study in English.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation Course - PM
Limerick
**Additional costs for Visa required nationalities:**
- 1-4 weeks: + EUR 20 per week
- 5-8 weeks: + EUR 20 per week
- 9-12 weeks: + EUR 15 per week
- 25 weeks: + EUR 400.The aim of FCE Preparation
The University of Cambridge offers the world’s most recognised range of English qualifications in the form of Cambridge ESOL examinations. Cambridge English (also known as ESOL) is a department of Cambridge University. Their English exams are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
- Develop all four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) using authentic and functional language.
- Develop strategies and analytical skills which can be applied to achieve the optimal level in all parts of the exam.
- Practise using past exam papers and exam focused materials designed to prepare you for what to expect in the exam and perform the tasks with every confidence.
- Enhance your communicative skills so you are not only able to communicate effectively in and outside the classroom, but also to communicate effectively and confidently in the exam.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of English grammar and apply it confidently and accurately.
- Expand your vocabulary range and register, improve your pronunciation and learn more natural intonation.
- Lay a suitable foundation for further study of the language.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation Course - AM
Limerick
**Additional costs for Visa required nationalities:**
- 1-4 weeks: + EUR 20 per week
- 5-8 weeks: + EUR 20 per week
- 9-12 weeks: + EUR 20 per week
- 25 weeks: + EUR 400The aim of FCE Preparation
The University of Cambridge offers the world’s most recognised range of English qualifications in the form of Cambridge ESOL examinations. Cambridge English (also known as ESOL) is a department of Cambridge University. Their English exams are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
- Develop all four skills (reading, writing, listening and speaking) using authentic and functional language.
- Develop strategies and analytical skills which can be applied to achieve the optimal level in all parts of the exam.
- Practise using past exam papers and exam focused materials designed to prepare you for what to expect in the exam and perform the tasks with every confidence.
- Enhance your communicative skills so you are not only able to communicate effectively in and outside the classroom, but also to communicate effectively and confidently in the exam.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of English grammar and apply it confidently and accurately.
- Expand your vocabulary range and register, improve your pronunciation and learn more natural intonation.
- Lay a suitable foundation for further study of the language.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Cambridge Exam - Afternoon
Dublin
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Cambridge Exam - Morning
Dublin
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Cambridge Exam - Afternoon
Limerick
This course is designed to prepare you for the FCE exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Cambridge Exam - Morning
Limerick
This course is designed to prepare you for the FCE exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation - Afternoon
Dublin
The dedicated exam preparation course is a 15-hour per week afternoon course. This course combines exam and level-specific language development with the practice of the exam techniques you need to excel in your FCE exam. Students can start on the EX15 course every week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
CAE Exam Preparation - Afternoon
Dublin
The dedicated exam preparation course is a 15-hour per week afternoon course. This course combines exam and level-specific language development with the practice of the exam techniques you need to excel in your CAE exam. Students can start on the EX15 course every week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
CPE Exam Preparation - Afternoon
Dublin
The dedicated exam preparation course is a 15-hour per week afternoon course. This course combines exam and level-specific language development with the practice of the exam techniques you need to excel in your CPE exam. Students can start on the EX15 course every week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
FCE Exam Preparation - Morning
Dublin
The dedicated exam preparation course is a 15-hour per week morning course. This course combines exam and level-specific language development with the practice of the exam techniques you need to excel in your FCE exam. Students can start on the EX15 course every week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
CAE Exam Preparation - Morning
Dublin
The dedicated exam preparation course is a 15-hour per week morning course. This course combines exam and level-specific language development with the practice of the exam techniques you need to excel in your CAE exam. Students can start on the EX15 course every week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive FCE Exam Preparation
Donegal
It includes 15 group lessons plus 5 one-to-one lessons per week.Classes take place at 09:15-13:30 Monday to Wednesday, and 09:15 to 12:30 on Thursdays.Cambridge Examination Preparation courses are focused on preparing candidates successfully complete the FCE examination. These courses can run in conjunction with FCE and CAE exams. Small Classes and dedicated teachers = guaranteed results.
Morning classes are international and have a maximum of 12 students with an average of 8. The 1-2-1 tuition is flexible to your schedule.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Junior FCE Exam Preparation 26
Dublin
This comprehensive Cambridge First programme is perfect for students wishing to prepare for all aspects of the Cambridge FCE exam. An upper-intermediate level is needed to be able to join this course.Exam fee: EUR 210Included in price:
- All classes in mixed nationality groups
- Shared accommodation in a host family
- Daily activities
- 1 evening activity
- Full day excursion every Saturday
- Private transport to and from the school
- All course materials
- End of course certificate
Lessons per week: 26 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior FCE Exam Preparation 20
Dublin
This full-time FCE exam preparation course is ideal for students who wish to prepare for their FCE exam. These courses are designed and monitored by the senior Academic team at Atlas who have many years experience teaching the Cambridge exams.Exam fee: EUR 210Included in price:
- All classes in mixed nationality groups
- Shared accommodation in a host family
- Daily activities
- 1 evening activity
- Full day excursion every Saturday
- Private transport to and from the school
- All course materials
- End of course certificate
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Limerick
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam (Cambridge EFL, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, DELE, Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura and other exams on request...). They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university.
It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Mayo
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam. They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university. It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Cork
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam (Cambridge EFL, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, DELE, Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura and other exams on request...). They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university.
It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Sligo
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam. They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university. It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Dublin
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam (Cambridge EFL, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, DELE, Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura and other exams on request...). They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university.
It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Bray
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam. They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university. It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Galway
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam (Cambridge EFL, TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, DELE, Baccalaureat, Abitur, Matura and other exams on request...). They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university.
It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition Exam & Academic Preparation 20
Kilkenny
Your teacher will design a course to prepare you for an exam. They will help you familiarise yourself with the test content, level and format, work on the different types of questions you may be asked, review and improve your replies, go over your weaknesses, give you past exam papers to help you practise.
The academic language option for international and EU students helps you prepare for boarding school (GCSE, A Level, IB), foundation courses or university. It enables you to develop and practise the language skills needed to communicate with teachers and students, read academic texts, write summaries, reports, essays and give presentations. You can also extend your vocabulary for your specialised subject (maths, science, economics, business, literature....) on request.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation - Classic
Cork
This course can be used to prepare for any of the Cambridge certificate exams. The Intensive Exam Preparation programmes aid students in developing their skills and techniques for all major international language examinations. Each course provides a balance of skills work, with emphasis on the student’s areas of weakness and the specific requirements of the exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation - Classic
Kerry
This course can be used to prepare for any of the Cambridge certificate exams. The Intensive Exam Preparation programmes aid students in developing their skills and techniques for all major international language examinations. Each course provides a balance of skills work, with emphasis on the student’s areas of weakness and the specific requirements of the exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Cambridge Exam Preparation - Classic
Galway
This course can be used to prepare for any of the Cambridge certificate exams. The Intensive Exam Preparation programmes aid students in developing their skills and techniques for all major international language examinations. Each course provides a balance of skills work, with emphasis on the student’s areas of weakness and the specific requirements of the exam.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
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General facts about First Certificate in English / FCE (Cambridge)
The First Certificate in English / FCE is the most popular test of the 5 Cambridge-Exams, which examine your "General British English". The Cambridge First Exam follows the Key English Test (KET) and Preliminary English Test (PET) and corresponds to the third level.
Examination fees
Fees vary depending on the examination centre.
Examination dates
March 2023: 04, 10
April 2023: 22
May 2023: 13
June 2023: 03, 06, 17
July 2023: 27
August 2023: 24
October 2023: 07
November 2023: 04, 28
December 2023: 09
March 2024: 02, 15
April 2024: 20
May 2024: 18
June 2024: 01, 04, 15
July 2024: 25
August 2024: 22
October 2024: 05
November 2024: 09, 26
December 2024: 14
FAQ about Cambridge First Certificate courses in Ireland
- How much is the cheapest Cambridge First Certificate course in Ireland?209 € for 4 weeks is the lowest price for a Cambridge First Certificate course in Ireland. The average cost of a Cambridge First Certificate course in Ireland is 607 € per week..What is the best language school offering Cambridge First Certificate courses in Ireland?ATC Language Schools has received the best overall rating in Ireland among all language schools offering Cambridge First Certificate programmes.Which English school offers the best rated teaching for Cambridge First Certificate courses in Ireland?ULearn English School was rated highest for quality of teaching among
schools with Cambridge First Certificate courses. What is the recommended course duration?You can take courses for just 1 week. For significant progress opt for longer durations. According to a survey of StudyTravel Magazine the average course duration for Ireland is 6 weeks.Will my phone/laptop's power adaptor work in Ireland?In Ireland electricity is 230 Volt and 50 Hz. Plug type G.Cambridge First Certificate course destinations
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