ILC - International Language CentresCambridge, England UK
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Location: ILC - International Language Centres Cambridge is located in the renowned university city of Cambridge, in eastern England. Housed in a traditional large brick building in the city centre with its own communal grounds, the school is within walking distance of the many attractions of Cambridge. These attractions include St John's College, the ADC Theatre, Newton's Apple Tree and Cambridge Market Square. The school is also close to many retail outlets, the Fitzwilliam Museum and several convenience stores and supermarkets.
Course selection: The school offers a range of courses for adults of all levels, over various intensities. In addition to General English, ILC Cambridge also provides courses in Exam Preparation (Cambridge, IELTS) and One-to-One courses.
The school also offers an ILH Summer School with Homestay accommodation (full board), English tuition, activities and excursions throughout the summer months.
Getting around: Cambridge is a great city to walk or cycle around. The Cambridge train station is within a 30-minute walk of the school's front doors.
School chain: ILC International Language Centres has locations and schools throughout England in Birmingham, Cambridge, Bristol, Colchester, Southampton and Portsmouth. The group is a result of merging acquired schools previously of TEG, ABC and the Colchester English Study Centre.
ILC International Language Centres are associated with and accredited by Bildungsurlaub, British Council, English UK and Trinity College London.
- The language school ILC - International Language Centres was founded in Cambridge, England UK in 1986.
- Legal name / parent company: STUDY IN COLCHESTER LIMITED
- Tax registration ID: 10330012
- Abbreviated name of school: ABC Cambridge
English Courses
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| Price at school Our price | 345 328 | 690 656 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | 2040 1938 | 2640 2508 | 3300 3135 | 3960 3762 | 4160 3952 | 7440 7068 | 310 295 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
ILC - International Language Centres Intensive Course consists of 30 lessons (09:30-15:00; Monday to Friday). This is the same as 22 hours and 30 minutes. 20 of these lessons follow the same programme as the main course. The other 10 are taught in the afternoon in a Communications Skills module. These afternoon lessons build language and skills to help students communicate at lower language levels (A0-A2). At higher levels, (B1_C1), the focus is on communicating effectively in a variety of contexts.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for students who want to consolidate and build on their General English. At lower levels, it helps students to speed up their improvement so they can become more fluent and be better at speaking, listening, reading and writing. At higher levels, it provides opportunities for those who want to speak fluently on many topics to practise this in a supportive and interesting environment.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 280 266 | 560 532 | 825 784 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 2120 2014 | 2650 2518 | 3180 3021 | 3315 3150 | 5880 5586 | 245 233 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
ILC - International Language Centres Main Course aims to improve general English. It consists of 20 lessons each week from 09:30-12:45 each day (Monday to Friday). This is the same as 15 hours. The school offers this course at all levels from Beginner (A0) to Advanced (C1).
In this course, students learn how to communicate effectively in English. It is a very practical course with a lot of practice of listening and speaking to enable learners to improve quickly. The topics chosen are useful and interesting ones that help people to use English in their work and study lives. The course uses an up-to-date course book. Supplementary materials and activities are provided by the teacher.
?Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for students of all nationalities and levels who need to improve their language for work or study. This course can provide a quick boost to the student’s language over a short period, or it can provide a longer-term improvement. It can also prepare you for exam courses such as IELTS.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2340 2223 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 360 342 |
Course description
Effective communication in English is an increasingly important skill for professionals across various fields. This course is designed to enhance the English language skills of individuals working in fields such as nursing, business, international communication, medical professions, and teacher training. The course aims to develop clear and concise spoken communication skills, as well as written English skills that are essential in various professional contexts.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for professionals who possess a minimum level of A2 (pre-intermediate) English proficiency. Participants should already be able to ask and answer basic questions about familiar topics related to their work and life, and they should also be able to produce complete and accurate sentences when communicating about these subjects.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 385 366 | 770 732 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4680 4446 | 8400 7980 | 350 333 |
The main course has max. 14 students. The Specialist Purposes part of the course will take place in a mini-group (max. 4 students) or private lessons.
Course description
Effective communication in English is an increasingly important skill for professionals across various fields. This course is designed to enhance the English language skills of individuals working in fields such as nursing, business, international communication, medical professions, and teacher training. The course aims to develop clear and concise spoken communication skills, as well as written English skills that are essential in various professional contexts.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for professionals who possess a minimum level of A2 (pre-intermediate) English proficiency. Participants should already be able to ask and answer basic questions about familiar topics related to their work and life, and they should also be able to produce complete and accurate sentences when communicating about these subjects.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 330 314 | 660 627 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | 3445 3273 | 6120 5814 | 255 243 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
ILC - International Language Centres Main Course aims to improve general English. It consists of 20 lessons each week from 09:30-12:45 each day (Monday to Friday). This is the same as 15 hours. The school offers this course at all levels from Beginner (A0) to Advanced (C1).
In this course, students learn how to communicate effectively in English. It is a very practical course with a lot of practice of listening and speaking to enable learners to improve quickly. The topics chosen are useful and interesting ones that help people to use English in their work and study lives. The course uses an up-to-date course book. Supplementary materials and activities are provided by the teacher.
?Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for students of all nationalities and levels who need to improve their language for work or study. This course can provide a quick boost to the student’s language over a short period, or it can provide a longer-term improvement. It can also prepare you for exam courses such as IELTS.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 395 376 | 790 751 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 2380 2261 | 2720 2584 | 3400 3230 | 4080 3876 | 320 304 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
ILC - International Language Centres Intensive Course consists of 30 lessons (09:30-15:00; Monday to Friday). This is the same as 22 hours and 30 minutes. 20 of these lessons follow the same programme as the main course. The other 10 are taught in the afternoon in a Communications Skills module. These afternoon lessons build language and skills to help students communicate at lower language levels (A0-A2). At higher levels, (B1_C1), the focus is on communicating effectively in a variety of contexts.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for students who want to consolidate and build on their General English. At lower levels, it helps students to speed up their improvement so they can become more fluent and be better at speaking, listening, reading and writing. At higher levels, it provides opportunities for those who want to speak fluently on many topics to practise this in a supportive and interesting environment.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2340 2223 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 360 342 |
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 385 366 | 770 732 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4680 4446 | 8400 7980 | 350 333 |
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in £ | 550 523 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The beautiful, historic and exciting city of Cambridge is a great place to be, especially in the summer. Home to a world-famous university and the latest scientific and academic research and technology, Cambridge is a safe and friendly city with lots of parks and green spaces. It’s easy to get around by bus, bike or electric scooter - or you can just walk to many places. Students can enjoy visiting the historic centre, with its incredible architecture and museums, restaurants and shops, cinemas and theatres.The school offers a wonderful range of options for activities – everything from punting on the River Cam to afternoon tea in the beautiful village of Grantchester.
The programme includes:
- 15 hours of English language tuition
- Supervised afternoon activities
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day excursion each week
- All course materials & Course certificate
- All registration fees
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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| Price in £ | 810 790 | 1620 1580 | 2430 2370 | 3240 3159 | 4050 3949 | 4860 4739 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
The beautiful, historic and exciting city of Cambridge is a great place to be, especially in the summer. Home to a world-famous university and the latest scientific and academic research and technology, Cambridge is a safe and friendly city with lots of parks and green spaces. It’s easy to get around by bus, bike or electric scooter - or you can just walk to many places. Students can enjoy visiting the historic centre, with its incredible architecture and museums, restaurants and shops, cinemas and theatres. The school offers a wonderful range of options for activities – everything from punting on the River Cam to afternoon tea in the beautiful village of Grantchester. And if you want to go further at the weekend, London is only 50 minutes by train.
The programme includes:
- 15 hours of English language tuition.
- Full-board Homestay accommodation.
- Supervised afternoon activities.
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day excursion each week.
- Weekly bus pass.
- All course materials and course certificate.
- All registration fees.
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price at school Our price | 200 190 | 400 380 | 600 570 | 800 760 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1400 1330 | 1600 1520 | 2000 1900 | 2400 2280 | 200 190 |
Course description
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an examination in academic English skills required by many universities and colleges and healthcare institutions. Additionally, applicants for Citizenship and certain types of visa are required to prove that their English is at a certain level and IELTS is a recognised way of doing this.
The preparation course helps you build exam strategies and language skills for taking IELTS and improves your familiarity with the exam format. It consists of 20 lessons a week (09:30-12:45 each day Monday to Friday. This is the same as 15 hours. Most of this time is spent on Writing, Reading and Listening skills.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for any student who is planning to sit the IELTS exam. In order to benefit from this course, students need to have reached B1 level already. Students studying within the school can transfer to IELTS, once they have studied for at last 3 weeks in a general class at that level. New students can join at any time if they score B1 or more on our placement test.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 175 167 | 350 333 | 525 499 | 700 665 | 875 832 | 1050 998 | 1225 1164 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 2100 1995 | 175 167 |
Course description
ILC Main Course aims to improve general English. It consists of 20 lessons each week from 09:30-12:45 each day (Monday to Friday). This is the same as 15 hours. The school offers this course at all levels from Beginner (A0) to Advanced (C1).
In this course, students learn how to communicate effectively in English. It is a very practical course with a lot of practice of listening and speaking to enable learners to improve quickly. The topics chosen are useful and interesting ones that help people to use English in their work and study lives. The course uses an up-to-date course book. Supplementary materials and activities are provided by the teacher.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for students of all nationalities and levels who need to improve their language for work or study. This course can provide a quick boost to the student’s language over a short period, or it can provide a longer-term improvement. It can also prepare you for exam courses such as IELTS.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 500 475 |
Course description
Students who want to learn English or improve their English language skills do not always have the time to take a full time course. Others who are already studying may need some extra tutorials to help them with their progress. For these students the school can provide one-to-one tuition. The teachers can focus on the particular areas that need improvement.
As it is just you and your teacher, you can choose exactly what you want to concentrate on. This could be anything from intensive work on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, speaking or listening, to more specialised areas like business or social English or exam preparation. This also means your teacher is able to select and adapt materials that suit your learning needs and your style of learning.
?
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for people in three types of situations. Firstly, people who need to improve on some particular skill like IELTS writing, Business English or Medical English. Secondly, for some students who don’t have time to join a longer course. Thirdly, it can be useful for students who are studying on a longer course but want some extra help to learn more quickly or to focus on another skill.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 500 475 | 1000 950 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3500 3325 | 4000 3800 | 5000 4750 | 6000 5700 | 500 475 |
Course description
Students who want to learn English or improve their English language skills do not always have the time to take a full time course. Others who are already studying may need some extra tutorials to help them with their progress. For these students the school can provide one-to-one tuition. The teachers can focus on the particular areas that need improvement.
As it is just you and your teacher, you can choose exactly what you want to concentrate on. This could be anything from intensive work on pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, speaking or listening, to more specialised areas like business or social English or exam preparation. This also means your teacher is able to select and adapt materials that suit your learning needs and your style of learning.
?
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is suitable for people in three types of situations. Firstly, people who need to improve on some particular skill like IELTS writing, Business English or Medical English. Secondly, for some students who don’t have time to join a longer course. Thirdly, it can be useful for students who are studying on a longer course but want some extra help to learn more quickly or to focus on another skill.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 330 314 | 660 627 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1710 1625 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | 3445 3273 | 6120 5814 | 255 243 |
This package combines main course and work experience in an English environment: 15 general language lessons and 15 hours per week of volunteering on work setting.
This allows students to practice their English in the school and in their volunteering placements. This is a course with multiple benefits such as a work experience in the UK, practical and organizational skills, and a general improve of your English, thanks to the intensive practice of it in the volunteering placement.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 280 266 | 560 532 | 825 784 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 2120 2014 | 2650 2518 | 3180 3021 | 3315 3150 | 5880 5586 | 245 233 |
This package combines main course and work experience in an English environment: 15 general language lessons and 15 hours per week of volunteering on work setting.
This allows students to practice their English in the school and in their volunteering placements. This is a course with multiple benefits such as a work experience in the UK, practical and organizational skills, and a general improve of your English, thanks to the intensive practice of it in the volunteering placement.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2340 2223 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 360 342 |
Course description?
As companies increasingly work in global markets, the challenge facing managers is communicating effectively in a complex, diverse world. As well as speaking English clearly, they need to use a wide variety of language when interacting with new global partners, clients and staff to achieve business objectives.
This course focuses on core English spoken communication skills for managers: managing and participating in meetings, delegating, negotiating and giving presentations. Teachers focus on these skills in an international context and work with participants to develop strategies for overcoming communication difficulties when working with diverse groups of people in English. We also provide feedback to improve the clarity and accuracy of participants’ language.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is for managers and executives who have a minimum English level of B1 (Intermediate) and want to build their confidence and skills as users of English in the business world. Participants should already be able to talk reasonably clearly about familiar topics related to their work and life.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
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| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 385 366 | 770 732 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4680 4446 | 8400 7980 | 350 333 |
Course description?
As companies increasingly work in global markets, the challenge facing managers is communicating effectively in a complex, diverse world. As well as speaking English clearly, they need to use a wide variety of languages when interacting with new global partners, clients and staff to achieve business objectives.
This course focuses on core English-spoken communication skills for managers: managing and participating in meetings, delegating, negotiating and giving presentations. Teachers focus on these skills in an international context and work with participants to develop strategies for overcoming communication difficulties when working with diverse groups of people in English. We also provide feedback to improve the clarity and accuracy of participants’ language.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is for managers and executives who have a minimum English level of B1 (Intermediate) and want to build their confidence and skills as users of English in the business world. Participants should already be able to talk reasonably clearly about familiar topics related to their work and life.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2340 2223 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 360 342 |
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 385 366 | 770 732 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4680 4446 | 8400 7980 | 350 333 |
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1170 1112 | 1560 1482 | 2340 2223 | 3040 2888 | 3800 3610 | 4560 4332 | 4810 4570 | 8640 8208 | 360 342 |
Course description
Effective communication in English is an increasingly important skill for doctors and medical staff around the world. This course focuses on the key English skills doctors need to communicate with patients and colleagues in a variety of medical contexts. The emphasis is on developing clear spoken communication with some attention also being given to writing emails and reports.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is designed for doctors and trainee doctors who wish to improve their skills and confidence in using medical language so that they can communicate effectively with colleagues and patients. Sometimes doctors may wish to move to another country where they will have to communicate in English in the workplace.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 385 366 | 770 732 | 1140 1083 | 1520 1444 | 2280 2166 | 2960 2812 | 3700 3515 | 4440 4218 | 4680 4446 | 8400 7980 | 350 333 |
Course description
Effective communication in English is an increasingly important skill for doctors and medical staff around the world. This course focuses on the key English skills doctors need to communicate with patients and colleagues in a variety of medical contexts. The emphasis is on developing clear spoken communication with some attention also being given to writing emails and reports.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is designed for doctors and trainee doctors who wish to improve their skills and confidence in using medical language so that they can communicate effectively with colleagues and patients. Sometimes doctors may wish to move to another country where they will have to communicate in English in the workplace.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:15
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 280 266 | 560 532 | 825 784 | 1100 1045 | 1650 1568 | 2120 2014 | 2650 2518 | 3180 3021 | 3315 3150 | 5880 5586 | 245 233 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an examination in academic English skills required by many universities, colleges and healthcare institutions. Additionally, applicants for Citizenship and certain types of visas are required to prove that their English is at a certain level and IELTS is a recognised way of doing this.
The preparation course helps you build exam strategies and language skills for taking IELTS and improves your familiarity with the exam format. It consists of 20 lessons a week (09:30-12:45 each day Monday to Friday. This is the same as 15 hours. Most of this time is spent on Writing, Reading and Listening skills.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is intended for any student who is planning to sit the IELTS exam. In order to benefit from this course, students need to have reached the B1 level already. Students studying within the school can transfer to IELTS, once they have studied for at least 3 weeks in a general class at that level. New students can join at any time if they score B1 or more on our placement test.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 24 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | |||||||||||
| Price at school Our price | 345 328 | 690 656 | 1020 969 | 1360 1292 | 2040 1938 | 2640 2508 | 3300 3135 | 3960 3762 | 4160 3952 | 7440 7068 | 310 295 |
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course description
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is an examination in academic English skills required by many universities and colleges and healthcare institutions. Additionally, applicants for Citizenship and certain types of visa are required to prove that their English is at a certain level and IELTS is a recognised way of doing this.
The preparation course helps you build exam strategies and language skills for taking IELTS and improves your familiarity with the exam format. It consists of 30 lessons a week (09:30-15:00; Monday to Friday). This is the same as 22.5 hours. 20 of these hours are the same as in the IELTS Preparation course and take place in the mornings. Most of this time is spent on Writing, Reading and Listening skills. In the Intensive IELTS course, 10 lessons of the 30 lessons per week are devoted to ‘Communication Skills’ where the focus is on general speaking, reading and listening skills and topic-based vocabulary.
?Who is this course suitable for?
Like the shorter IELTS Preparation course, this course is intended for any student who is planning to sit the IELTS exam. Students who can invest more time in the course can benefit from more practice, particularly in speaking. They also will gain a lot of input on their development from experienced IELTS teachers.
In order to benefit from this course, students need to have reached B1 level already. Students studying within the school can transfer to IELTS, once they have studied for at last 3 weeks in a general class at that level. New students can join at anytime if they score B1 or more on our placement test.
Morning: 9:30 - 12:45
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:00
Information for all courses offered by ILC - International Language Centres
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
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ILC - International Language Centres (ABC)
BETA
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in most classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Number of public PC workstations: 1Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Adapted for deaf students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
310 £ return (both ways)
385 £ return (both ways)
210 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 1 km |
| Cooking | | 1 km |
| Cricket | | 1 km |
| Dancing | | 0.5 km |
| Football (soccer) | | - |
| Golf | | 2 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 1 km |
| Music | | 0.5 km |
| Rugby | | 1 km |
| Squash | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | - |
| Table Tennis | | 1 km |
| Tennis | | 1 km |
| Yoga | | 1 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Any day trips: £20-£40.
Accommodation
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 215 | 430 | 645 | 860 | 1075 | 1290 | 1505 | 1720 | 2150 | 2580 | 215 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 190 | 380 | 570 | 760 | 950 | 1140 | 1330 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 190 | 380 | 570 | 760 | 950 | 1140 | 1330 | 1520 | 1900 | 2280 | 190 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 165 | 330 | 495 | 660 | 825 | 990 | 1155 | 1320 | 1650 | 1980 | 165 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 | 1400 | 1600 | 2000 | 2400 | 200 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 175 | 350 | 525 | 700 | 875 | 1050 | 1225 | 1400 | 1750 | 2100 | 175 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Features:
- Good size bedroom with comfortable bed
- Sheets, pillowcases and towels are provided and changed each week
- You must provide your own toiletries
- Your clothes will be washed but you will need to do your own ironing
- The homestay provider cleans the room, the student keeps it tidy
- All students get a table and chair for studying
Benefits: - Stay with a welcoming family
- Practise your English at meal times and in the evening
- Have fun and join in with family life
- Learn about English culture and tell English people about your culture
Ratings of ILC - International Language Centres compared to ratings of all schools in England UK
| ILC - International Language Centres Cambridge | Average of all other schools in England UK | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall school rating | ||
| Location of the school | ||
| Facilities | ||
| Social activities | ||
| Organisation | ||
| Quality of teaching | ||
| Value for money | ||
| Homestay | ||
| Shared flat |
Student opinions about ILC - International Language Centres, Cambridge
- Cambridge Academy of English
- Central Language School
- EC English
- EF International Language Center
- Embassy Junior Centre
- Influent
- InTuition
- Kaplan International Languages
- English school in Cambridge: LSI - Language Studies International
- LSI - Language Studies International Summer Centre
- OI Digital Institute Online English
- Select English
- Select English Summer Centre - Magdalene College
- Select English Summer Centre - St Andrews College
- St Giles International
- Stafford House International, Cambridgeshire
- Stafford House International Junior Centre
- Studio Cambridge
- Studio Cambridge Junior Centre - Sir George
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Christopher
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Edward
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Laurence
- Studio Cambridge Summer Centre - Sir Michael
- Study & Live in your Teacher's Home
- The Cambridge Centre for Languages
Questions and answers about ILC - International Language Centres
- My nephew will be spending the summer with us and would like to attend a summer programme. Would be possible to book the programme without accommodation?“Yes, would be possible to book the programme without accommodation. Just let us know what your preferred dates are, and we can provide you with more details.”Ana Carolina Dos Santos, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 03, 2023
FAQ about ILC - International Language Centres, Cambridge
- What is the best price for a course at ILC - International Language Centres, Cambridge?English courses at ILC - International Language Centres start at 167 £ for Online Main Course course with 20 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by ILC - International Language Centres?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of ILC - International Language Centres
- Is airport pickup offered by ILC - International Language Centres?Yes. The school offers pickup from London Heathrow Airport (160 £), London Gatwick Airport (200 £), London Stansted Airport (110 £)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at ILC - International Language Centres?100% of teachers at ILC - International Language Centres hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of ILC - International Language Centres from?The highest Nationality percentage at ILC - International Language Centres comes from Italy with a 14.6% representation, followed by students from China (10.9%) and Spain (7.6%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- ILC - International Language Centres offers courses for which ages?ILC - International Language Centres offers courses from 5 years (Summer Programme - Course and Activities , 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 21 during the summer and 27 for the rest of the year.
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