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Standard English
**Course Description**
The goal of the Standard English Course is to help students use English with accuracy and confidence. Students improve their general English language skills and, just as importantly, they learn how to be better communicators, how to use English in different situations, how to interact with people from different cultures, and how to be better language learners.
**Course Objectives**
- Language skills: improve skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Language knowledge and accuracy: learn, practice, and review English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary
- Cultural awareness: develop cultural awareness and understanding
- Intercultural communication: examine different cultures’ communication styles and be sensitive to these differences; become a better intercultural communicator
- English in use: learn conventional expressions, idioms, and phrases – and when to use them
**Key Features**
- Multiple Levels: students are placed in a level based on the CISL placement exam; students can progress from one level to the next after they show a mastery of the level’s student learning outcomes.
- Student Assessment: students are frequently assessed and receive reports on their progress.
- Teacher Feedback: students receive frequent feedback from their instructors.
- Small Classes: the maximum class size in the Standard Course is 8 students, so students get a lot of personal attention and feel comfortable in a small group.
- Practical Projects and Presentations: students apply their language skills and get practice using English by doing interesting projects and presentations.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
Standard English and afternoon elective (conversational English, business English or English for academic purposes).Standard English and afternoon elective (conversational English, business English or English for academic purposes).
**Program Description**
The CISL Intensive English Program gives students the opportunity to improve their general English skills in the morning and focus on specific content or skills in the afternoon. Students take the Standard Course in the mornings and take the afternoon elective course of their choice.
**Includes**
Standard Course (Monday‐Friday, 9:00 ‐ 12:40)
+ 1 of the following Afternoon Elective Course Options (Monday‐Thursday, 13:30 ‐ 15:10)
- Business English
- English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
- Conversational English
Lessons per week: 28 (50 minutes per lesson)
Standard Plus
Standard Plus is the Standard class plus self-study Study Hall class on Wednesday afternoons.
**Course Description**
The goal of the Standard English Course is to help students use English with accuracy and confidence. Students improve their general English language skills and, just as importantly, they learn how to be better communicators, how to use English in different situations, how to interact with people from different cultures, and how to be better language learners.
**Course Objectives**
- Language skills: improve skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing
- Language knowledge and accuracy: learn, practice, and review English grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary
- Cultural awareness: develop cultural awareness and understanding
- Intercultural communication: examine different cultures’ communication styles and be sensitive to these differences; become a better intercultural communicator
- English in use: learn conventional expressions, idioms, and phrases – and when to use them
**Key Features**
- Multiple Levels: students are placed in a level based on the CISL placement exam; students can progress from one level to the next after they show a mastery of the level’s student learning outcomes.
- Student Assessment: students are frequently assessed and receive reports on their progress.
- Teacher Feedback: students receive frequent feedback from their instructors.
- Small Classes: the maximum class size in the Standard Course is 8 students, so students get a lot of personal attention and feel comfortable in a small group.
- Practical Projects and Presentations: students apply their language skills and get practice using English by doing interesting projects and presentations.
Lessons per week: 21.8 (50 minutes per lesson)
Academic English 30
Academic English consists of General English with a focus on key academic skills and exam preparation. The programme includes regular, focused grammar and vocabulary reviews, which allows students to target their individual language needs while developing their academic reading and writing skills. Recommended start dates: First Monday of January, April and September.
Spend up to a year abroad, achieve a high level of fluency in your chosen language and make new friends from all over the world. This programme differs from shorter courses because students receive a greater level of academic support and management, including two additional weekly sessions with a teacher. It offers regular testing, academic counselling and assistance with university placement.
An individual study plan is designed for you to suit your level, individual aims and the duration of your course.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 30
It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. In addition during lessons 5–6, there are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. In addition during lessons 5–6, there are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 25
It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. 5 additional lessons per week are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. 5 additional lessons per week are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
Lessons per week: 25 (50 minutes per lesson)
Standard 20
During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a text book in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.During the lessons you rapidly improve your communication skills in a variety of everyday situations. In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. You use a textbook in conjunction with a wide variety of materials and exercises including roleplays, authentic materials, newspapers and magazines.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Standard 12 - Afternoon
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 18 - Full-day
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 18 - Afternoon
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard 12 - Morning
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 18 - Morning
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard 15 - Morning
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 21 - Morning
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 21 (60 minutes per lesson)
Super Intensive 27 - Morning
Downtown
**Description**
The mission is to provide high-quality, personalized language training that you can immediately apply in the real world. The General English Course are taught in small and engaging classes using the student-centered learning environment. You have the freedom to choose the course that best meets your goals and will be taught by experienced teachers that are passionate about the success of each student.
**Highlights**
- Maximum of 10 students per class for personal, individualized and student-centered lessons.
- Teachers are highly-qualified, certified, passionate and professional.
- Classes are conducted in the modern facilities in Los Angeles and San Diego.
- Open to all levels from Beginner to Advanced and classes start on most Mondays.
- Planned social outings and “Hot Topics” are woven into the daily lessons for real-world practice.
- Study all English skill areas including: Reading, Writing, Listening & Speaking.
Lessons per week: 27 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 30
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness. Core Classes and Special Focus Classes from Monday to Friday.During the General English 30 course you will improve at a quicker pace. A combination of General English and a selection of specially focused classes will allow you to gain greater fluency and accuracy more quickly.
What can you expect from this course?
- More Exposure to English:
Extra exposure to English in the classroom will help you to think in English, cutting down on time spent translating from your language into English.
- Core English Plus Your Choice of Special Focus:
It’s your English course, so you get to decide what you want to study! You can choose from a number of options and focus on the areas of English that you want to improve. This will definitely help you make the most of your time on your English course.
- Maximum Teacher Contact Time:
More time with your teachers will help you to become more confident with your English. All lessons are creative and energising, allowing you to feel more self-assured.
- Intensive Focus on All Skills:
More time in class will allow you to focus on the key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, which will further develop fluency and accuracy through grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
- Topic-based lessons in Everyday Contexts:
With web articles, music, videos and other authentic resources, teachers use ‘real-life’ materials that not only help you to understand how English is used by native speakers but also help you to study English independently, long after you have left EC. Every lesson is based on a topic. The English you need to know is taught within the context of the topic. You will then be able to apply your newfound skills correctly in other situations.
- A Focused and Relaxed Classroom Environment:
Happy students learn better than unhappy ones! That’s not a secret, but it’s something that EC strongly believes. And so classrooms are places where hard work is carried out in informal and relaxed settings. Your ability and motivation will improve in a classroom with a great atmosphere.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
EC San Diego offers participants 20 classes per week in their sunny location, not far from excellent surf spots and the major-league baseball stadium.
All students will be assigned to a group that is suitable for their level, from beginner all the way up to advanced. The teaching staff are passionate and motivated when it comes to making sure every student gets the results they are looking for, and they often host workshops focused on developing a variety of skills - which might include CV writing, or pronunciation skills.
You will meet plenty of new people, usually from different countries around the world. This means you’re in an environment where people are looking for company, and you’ll find great language practice partners straight away. With a focus on fluency, the General English 20 course allows you to improve your English and gain a practical understanding of the language and how to use it. You will focus on the 4 skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, in order to improve your level and maximise your ability to use English.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 24
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 4 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness. Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes on Tuesday and Thursday.
Lessons per week: 24 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 26
Core Classes from Monday to Friday and Special Focus Classes three days per week.With a focus on fluency, the General English 26 course allows you to improve your English and gain a practical understanding of the language and how to use it. You will focus on the 4 skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, in order to improve your level and maximise your ability to use English.
What can you expect on this course?
Real English
We help you to develop your English systems (grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation) and skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening), while also building the learning skills that will keep you improving and give you the confidence to use that knowledge in real-life.
Creative and Energetic Classes
When it comes to creating lessons, our teachers know what works. Classes are dynamic, engaging and motivating, designed to activate and build upon your strengths, whilst also giving targeted attention to your weaker areas. Relaxed and informal classroom environments create an encouraging atmosphere to help you build your confidence, realise your potential, and advance towards fluency.
Learn by Doing
At EC, progress is maximised as you are encouraged to learn by doing. Our EC lesson provides a structure that promotes learning while focusing on the active production of English, promoting class participation and interaction between students. We provide you the targeted support to help you achieve your academic goals. Our assessments give you feedback on how you are progressing and where you need more help.
Improve Your ‘Thinking Time’
As your skills and confidence develop with support from your teachers, so too will your ability to listen, understand and respond quickly and effectively in English. You will notice these improvements most of all when you take your English outside of the classroom and into everyday conversation in one of our vibrant English-speaking destinations!
Expert Support
Your teachers are trained to deliver on-going support, feedback and care throughout your time at EC. You will be taught by at least two teachers, exposing you to a variety of voices, improving your listening and boosting your vocabulary.
Authentic Materials
We believe there is no substitute for authentic English, so in addition to text books, our teachers use real-life resources taken from newspapers, TV, radio and the Internet. The authentic nature of these materials will give you an appreciation of the richness of the English language used in a variety of everyday contexts.
Lessons per week: 26 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 24
Pacific Beach
Afternoon lessons take place 2 days a week.
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 to 14:00 (high season only)The objective of this course is to improve your level of English to help you communicate more effectively. It teaches different language skills, including conversational English, grammar, reading, listening, comprehensive writing, and vocabulary. Classes are kept small and offer a fun and relaxed environment where students’ needs are the center of attention.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS)
Available timetable:
- Monday - Friday 08:45 - 12:00 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00
- Monday - Friday 14:15 - 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00
Lessons per week: 24 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
Pacific Beach
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 (high season only)The objective of this course is to improve your level of English to help you communicate more effectively. It teaches different language skills, including conversational English, grammar, reading, listening, comprehensive writing, and vocabulary. Classes are kept small and offer a fun and relaxed environment where students’ needs are the center of attention.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS)
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
Downtown
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 (high season only)The general English language course is based on a curriculum developed to help students improve their English language skills and achieve academic success.
Students will gain confidence and fluency in the areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
Small classes (no more than 12 students per class) ensure that students benefit from individualised attention as teachers cater class material to their personal learning style.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 28
Downtown
The general English language course is based on a curriculum developed to help students improve their English language skills and achieve academic success.
Students will gain confidence and fluency in the areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
Small classes (no more than 12 students per class) ensure that students benefit from individualised attention as teachers cater class material to their personal learning style.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS).
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 28
Pacific Beach
The objective of this course is to improve your level of English to help you communicate more effectively. It teaches different language skills, including conversational English, grammar, reading, listening, comprehensive writing, and vocabulary. Classes are kept small and offer a fun and relaxed environment where students’ needs are the center of attention.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Academic English
Overview:
Specifically developed to prepare students for higher education in the United States, this course provides English training for those who wish to advance their academic studies in an American college or university.
Completion of the advanced level in Q International School’s Fundamental English and Academic English programmes fulfill the language entry requirements for the school's partner community colleges and universities.
From Monday to Thursday you will have classes in the morning until lunchtime, and then you will have your elective class and grammar class after lunch.
Lessons per week: 24 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English
The General English programme has dynamic and comprehensive courses designed for language learners to develop their English proficiency while providing a practical understanding of life in the United States.
Completion of the advanced level in Q International School’s Fundamental English and Academic English programmes fulfill the language entry requirements for the partner community colleges and universities.
You will have classes in the morning until lunchtime, Monday through Thursday. You will also have an afternoon elective class twice a week.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
Vacation English
Overview
Students seeking a firm understanding of English basics will appreciate the lessons in this fast-paced course. An in-class experience designed for travelers at every English level. This course will improve your English while providing plenty of time for you to explore the city.
You will have classes in the morning until lunchtime, Monday through Thursday.
Lessons per week: 16 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 23
Downtown
Afternoon lessons take place 2 days a week.
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 to 13:45 (high season only)The general English language course is based on a curriculum developed to help students improve their English language skills and achieve academic success.
Students will gain confidence and fluency in the areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
Small classes (no more than 12 students per class) ensure that students benefit from individualised attention as teachers cater class material to their personal learning style.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS)
Available timetable:
- Monday - Friday 08:45 - 12:00 plus extra 3.75 lessons per week split over 2 days.
- Monday - Friday 14:15 - 17:30 plus extra 3.75 lessons per week split over 2 days.
Lessons per week: 23.75 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 24
Downtown
Afternoon lessons take place 2 days a week.
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 to 14:00 (high season only).The general English language course is based on a curriculum developed to help students improve their English language skills and achieve academic success.
Students will gain confidence and fluency in the areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking, grammar and vocabulary.
Small classes (no more than 12 students per class) ensure that students benefit from individualised attention as teachers cater class material to their personal learning style.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS)
Available timetable:
- Monday - Friday 08:45 - 12:00 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00.
- Monday - Friday 14:15 - 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 - 14:00.
Lessons per week: 24 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 23
Pacific Beach
Afternoon lessons take place 2 days a week.
Also available:
Monday to Friday: 14:15 to 17:30 plus 2 days per week from 12:30 to 13:45 (high season only)The objective of this course is to improve your level of English to help you communicate more effectively. It teaches different language skills, including conversational English, grammar, reading, listening, comprehensive writing, and vocabulary. Classes are kept small and offer a fun and relaxed environment where students’ needs are the center of attention.
Reasons to choose this course:
- You want to improve your general English skills
- You want to develop your fluency and gain confidence in speaking
- You don’t need to take a specific exam (i.e. TOEFL, Cambridge, IELTS)
Available timetable:
- Monday - Friday 08:45 - 12:00 plus extra 3.75 lessons per week split over 2 days
- Monday - Friday 14:15 - 17:30 plus extra 3.75 lessons per week split over 2 days
Lessons per week: 23.75 (45 minutes per lesson)
Standard 20
The original and most popular programme for adults. The programme completely immerses you in the target language and culture. You enjoy full board accommodation, private language lessons, and free time outside lessons and mealtimes to explore on your own or share the daily life of your host family. Your host family will show you around the area, local shops, public transport, and help you organise excursions and activities during your stay. Learn your target language fast with an intensive language programme. Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard 15
San Diego is a city that offers an abundance of stunning La Jolla beaches, great food, entertainment options, and much more. It’s in this context that students study English while living with their teacher in their family home, providing the benefits of immersing oneself in a combination of one-to-one classes and the experience of living in a large metropolis like San Diego.
Since this option involves 15 hours of lessons per week, you’ll be able to improve your English rapidly at the same time as exploring the possibilities that San Diego provides its residents, such as taking part in whale watching, or taking up water sports at the popular Mission Beach. You can take advantage of the city’s appreciation for music and culture by checking out their KAABOO San Diego festival. In any case, this city is large enough that there’s bound to be something for everyone - and your host family will help you learn where your essentials are.
HLI has Local Organisers working in San Diego who are on hand to resolve any issues or concerns you might have with your home tuition programme.
The original and most popular programme for adults. The programme completely immerses you in the target language and culture. You enjoy full board accommodation, private language lessons, and free time outside lessons and mealtimes to explore on your own or share the daily life of your host family. Your host family will show you around the area, local shops, public transport, and help you organise excursions and activities during your stay. Learn your target language fast with an intensive language programme. Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard 30
The original and most popular programme for adults. The programme completely immerses you in the target language and culture. You enjoy full board accommodation, private language lessons, and free time outside lessons and mealtimes to explore on your own or share the daily life of your host family. Your host family will show you around the area, local shops, public transport, and help you organise excursions and activities during your stay. Learn your target language fast with an intensive language programme. Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard 25
The original and most popular programme for adults. The programme completely immerses you in the target language and culture. You enjoy full board accommodation, private language lessons, and free time outside lessons and mealtimes to explore on your own or share the daily life of your host family. Your host family will show you around the area, local shops, public transport, and help you organise excursions and activities during your stay. Learn your target language fast with an intensive language programme. Choose from 15, 20, 25, or 30 hours of one-to-one language lessons with your host teacher per week.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Home Tuition 15
It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal times with your host.
The Home Tuition Programme includes:
• 15 hours private language lessons per week
• Accommodation in your teacher’s home
• Meals and social interaction with your host
Choose the number of language lessons you require and personalise your Programme according to your needs, interests and preferences with a multitude of options and specialisations to choose from. Some things cannot be learnt by studying in the traditional way, fluency is achieved through living the language, using the target language constantly and in your everyday life. Culture, entertainment, leisure and current events are embedded in people’s language and these are as much part of the language learning process as the lessons.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Morning ESL Program (Beginner - Upper Intermediate)
The Intensive English program offers classes from Beginning to Advanced Levels focusing on three subjects: Listening & Speaking, Reading & Writing, and Grammar. Each class is taught by qualified and experienced teachers. In addition, this program also includes Living Language Lab activities each term to maximize students’ learning opportunities so they can use English in the real world. Examples of Living Language Lab are sightseeing trips, entertainment, and volunteer activities. A new session starts every four weeks, so you can register any time of the year.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
Evening ESL Program (Beginner - Advanced)
The Intensive English program offers classes from Beginning to Advanced Levels focusing on three subjects: Listening & Speaking, Reading & Writing, and Grammar. Each class is taught by qualified and experienced teachers. In addition, this program also includes Living Language Lab activities each term to maximize students’ learning opportunities so they can use English in the real world. Examples of Living Language Lab are sightseeing trips, entertainment, and volunteer activities. A new session starts every four weeks, so you can register any time of the year.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
English Max
Mission Valley
This 18-hour-per-week program will help you improve your understanding and communication in English. English MAX is our most popular option.
Here is what to expect in the English MAX classes:
• American teachers & other students to talk to;
• Group work: speak every day and learn from other students;
• 2 classes each day: Study grammar& academic skills, and improve
your fluency & pronunciation;
• Practice and improve your reading, writing, speaking, and listening
skills;
• Weekly tests/quizzes show your progress;
• Advance to the next level when you’re ready.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
Morning ESL Program (Advanced)
The Practical English program focuses on general English with interesting, practical topics and interactive activities to facilitate communicative skills. This program contains one core course and two elective courses. The core course teaches combined skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing through authentic daily life topics. Grammar structures and vocabulary will also be taught within contexts. Besides learning the core skills, students will also continue to improve speaking fluency and communicative skills through the two elective courses.
Lessons per week: 18 (60 minutes per lesson)
English Focus
Mission Valley
This 18-hour per week program will help you improve your understanding and communication in English.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
Global Leadership Summer Program for Teens
**Please note:** A 2-day, 1-night trip to Los Angeles is included for those students attending the program during the dates of July 18 & 19, 2024. The trip includes visits to famous sights & entrance into Universal Studios.
Due to COVID-19 the program and activities are subject to change.The program includes weekly activities/excursions and afternoon cultural workshops.
Housing in spacious and modern on-campus suite-style dorms.
Lessons per week: 20 (55 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course + Accommodation
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
Lessons per week: 32 (40 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 10 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.This course is recommended for students who need to learn a language as quickly as possible for academic or professional reasons.
The highly structured curriculum will have you speaking and writing with confidence in the least amount of time. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
Lessons per week: 32 (40 minutes per lesson)
General Course + Accommodation
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 4 project sessions, 4 special interest sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.This is a carefully designed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build on your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy, and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
Lessons per week: 26 (40 minutes per lesson)
General Course
Come and learn English with EF Languages Abroads at their state-of-the-art San Diego location, where you’ll take part in 26 classes per week that will challenge you to develop your general English skills.
The classes are divided as follows: 16 General Language Lessons, 4 Project Sessions, 4 Special Interest Lessons, and 2 Lecture Sessions. You’ll progress consistently and reliably on the complete schedule that EF offers with this course, and they promise that as long as you complete all assignments asked of you, then you will be able to advance one course level after 6 weeks of study.
You’ll also benefit from all the activities that the school makes possible for their students, some of which include their on-site cinema, game tables, and an outdoor patio area for socialising with your classmates and teachers. Beyond the school campus, you’re just a 5-minute walk away from trendy cafes, and popular restaurants.
Occasionally, EF San Diego organises enriching travel experiences for those enrolled on their courses, which might involve visiting places like Las Vegas, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and others.This is a carefully composed course and lessons are held in the morning and afternoon. It is designed to help you move up one course level every six weeks. The general language lessons build your grammar and vocabulary, while the project sessions improve your research and communication skills through practical work tailored to your interests.
You will also benefit from 4 Special Interest Lessons, which focus your studies on the subjects you enjoy and help you reach your academic goals, whether it’s your destination’s culture or preparing for an official exam.
Lessons per week: 26 (40 minutes per lesson)
Summer Course
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
Lessons per week: 20 (40 minutes per lesson)
Summer Course + Accommodation
The course consists of 16 general language lessons, 2 project sessions and 2 lecture sessions per week.Combine plenty of free time abroad with 20 morning and afternoon language lessons a week, combining General Language Lessons, Project Sessions and Lecture Sessions. This course concentrates on understanding and speaking the language in practical situations. You will benefit from comprehensive materials, personalized instruction and interactive classtime.
Lessons per week: 20 (40 minutes per lesson)
General Language - Fast Track
If you have to improve your English level quickly in just a matter of weeks, this Fast Track course from InTuition is the best choice you could make. Your experienced teacher will deliver 25 hours of carefully planned lessons every week, each week building on prior material progressively. The most common student profiles for this course are those people who have an opportunity coming up in their academic or professional lives and want to be as prepared as possible when the time comes.
San Diego is best known for having some of the best weather in the United States, and for being a welcoming and friendly place to people from all walks of life - which will make it easier to settle in after arrival. Your accommodation will be with a homestay family, with whom you’ll be able to resolve all of your cultural doubts and language questions in a friendly environment. As a part of the Fast Track programme, you’ll take two excursions every week, which give participants a way to use English in a more relaxed context than the classroom.
InTuition's courses are a unique combination of one-to-one lessons, delivered by a qualified and experienced specialist tutor, and full-board accommodation in that tutor's family home. You don't just learn during lessons: all day, every day, you are immersed in the language of study. Your confidence and fluency grow day-by-day as you learn the language in a structured, yet natural manner.
The 3 Key Benefits of an InTuition course:
1. Amazing tutors: The secret to the success of the courses is simple. The organisation works with only the best host tutors, selected, resourced and supported by InTuition, so you can be confident in their quality and their commitment to providing the very best language learning experience.
2. More than just a language course: You and your host tutor can plan visits and excursions which are relevant to your interests, and organise specific activities in your free time. Real-life opportunities to use the language of study keep you talking and listening throughout your course, helping to boost your confidence and fluency.
3. Rapid progress: Choose from three to six hours per day of one-to-one tuition, based on your precise needs. Outside formal lessons, you will be in relaxed social situations, giving the opportunity to build and strengthen your confidence in the language of study.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
General Language - Intensive
InTuition's courses are a unique combination of one-to-one lessons, delivered by a qualified and experienced specialist tutor, and full-board accommodation in that tutor's family home. You don't just learn during lessons: all day, every day, you are immersed in the language of study. Your confidence and fluency grow day-by-day as you learn the language in a structured, yet natural manner.
The 3 Key Benefits of an InTuition course:
1. Amazing tutors: The secret to the success of the courses is simple. The organisation works with only the best host tutors, selected, resourced and supported by InTuition, so you can be confident in their quality and their commitment to providing the very best language learning experience.
2. More than just a language course: You and your host tutor can plan visits and excursions which are relevant to your interests, and organise specific activities in your free time. Real-life opportunities to use the language of study keep you talking and listening throughout your course, helping to boost your confidence and fluency.
3. Rapid progress: Choose from three to six hours per day of one-to-one tuition, based on your precise needs. Outside formal lessons, you will be in relaxed social situations, giving the opportunity to build and strengthen your confidence in the language of study.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
General Language - Classic
InTuition's courses are a unique combination of one-to-one lessons, delivered by a qualified and experienced specialist tutor, and full-board accommodation in that tutor's family home. You don't just learn during lessons: all day, every day, you are immersed in the language of study. Your confidence and fluency grow day-by-day as you learn the language in a structured, yet natural manner.
The 3 Key Benefits of an InTuition course:
1. Amazing tutors: The secret to the success of the courses is simple. The organisation works with only the best host tutors, selected, resourced and supported by InTuition, so you can be confident in their quality and their commitment to providing the very best language learning experience.
2. More than just a language course: You and your host tutor can plan visits and excursions which are relevant to your interests, and organise specific activities in your free time. Real-life opportunities to use the language of study keep you talking and listening throughout your course, helping to boost your confidence and fluency.
3. Rapid progress: Choose from three to six hours per day of one-to-one tuition, based on your precise needs. Outside formal lessons, you will be in relaxed social situations, giving the opportunity to build and strengthen your confidence in the language of study.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
You can find additional courses in our section of English courses & camps for teenager and children in San Diego.
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English course types in San Diego
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General English courses
Universal English language courses allow students to move up the different English levels at a steady pace. With an array of options, students can pick the one that fits their schedule.- Learn English & Live with Teacher - San Diego (117)
- Standard English Course - San Diego (50)
- English & Culture - San Diego (37)
- Language Year - San Diego (8)
- Combi: Group + Private - San Diego (7)
- Senior (50 plus) - San Diego (5)
- Afternoon - San Diego (4)
- Evening - San Diego (3)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - San Diego (2)
- Super Intensive English (+35h) - San Diego (2)
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English exam preparation courses
Exam preparation courses cover a number of different English exams, which are designed for completion of a specific English level or for particular admission purposes. -
Business English courses
Private or group business classes teach the English terminology in a general business environment or specialise in a particular field of interest. -
Junior English courses
Junior English courses are available as a day course or as a package with accommodation and activities included. These are often divided into two age ranges; children and teens. -
English plus activity courses
Combination courses of English classes and an after class activity results in a very productive use of time whilst studying abroad as you can perfect your English and a hobby at the same time. -
Private English courses
Weekly packages of English one-to-one classes are very adaptable to the students specific timetable and can be taken virtually or inhouse. -
Work & Study English programmes
Offered as a combination of English classes followed by the programme, the Work and Study option provides students with work placements or volunteering opportunities in certain fields. -
Specialty courses English
Teacher training programmes and school trips are just some of the English options students can take in the Specialty category.
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Reviews by former students who attended a General course in San Diego
The teachers were all very friendly, patient and helpful!!
12 April 2011
Course: Intensive 30 - 2 weeks
Student age: 39 years
4.2 | 20 reviews
that we had to speak english all the time
once a week you have to perform a test. the limit is 70% to get your certificate at the end of the course.
29 August 2007
Course: Intensive (GE2) - 2 weeks
Student age: 0 years
4.2 | 20 reviews
FAQ about General courses in San Diego
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