Centre of English Studies (CES)Cork, Ireland 
16 St. Patrick's Place, Wellington House, Wellington Road - T23 AK82 Cork - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Winner of 'Most Outstanding English Language School of the Year 2019' by Corporate Excellence.
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 15% of students.
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
Special Offers
Location: CES/Cork Language Centre International is located in the bustling city of Cork, Ireland. Housed in the Victorian Quarter in the centre of Cork, the school is surrounded by restaurants, cafés, shopping centres and has both train and bus links within walking distance. Close to the banks of the River Lee, the surrounding area of the school is well known by "foodies" as having multiple excellent options for dining, Cork being hailed by many as the Food Capital of Ireland. Students have everything they need to enjoy the city in comfort whilst reaching their language goals.
A family-run school, with over 45 years of experience in providing English as a second language tuition, ACET/Cork Language Centre International has all of the resources and qualified teaching staff to assist students in reaching their language goals, in a positive and friendly environment.
School facilities: The school's facilities include a cafeteria, full use of the kitchen for students, a computer lab, free after-class language learning software, a movie room, a games room, a garden and a student support desk for any questions or queries that may arise. All classrooms are equipped with heating and have ample natural light to create an optimal learning environment, while most have access to electronic whiteboards and televisions.
Course selection: Course selection is extensive, including general courses for students of all levels, junior programmes throughout the summer months, professional development opportunities, and a range of exam preparation programmes.
English Courses
General Language
Standard Course 20
Only limited places left for the summer months!
20 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
285€271€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 2700 2565 | 4800 4560 | 6840 6498 |
| Price in US$ | 294 | 588 | 881 | 1175 | 1288 | 1546 | 2061 | 2576 | 2782 | 4946 | 7048 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Student comments about "Standard Course 20" at Centre of English Studies (CES)
César
"Very good classes"
Special note for 2025 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2025 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2024 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2025 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive Course
In high demand!
26 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
350€333€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2520 2394 | 3150 2993 | 3480 3306 | 6360 6042 | 9180 8721 |
| Price in US$ | 361 | 722 | 1082 | 1443 | 1623 | 1948 | 2597 | 3246 | 3586 | 6554 | 9459 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
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Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)
25 lessons per week | 9 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
All levels
Offer!from
670€637€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 670 637 | 1340 1273 | 2010 1910 | 2680 2546 | 3175 3017 | 3810 3620 | 4445 4223 | 5080 4826 | 3650 3468 | 7380 7011 | 615 585 |
| Price in US$ | 691 | 1381 | 2072 | 2762 | 3272 | 3926 | 4580 | 5235 | 3761 | 7605 | 634 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus private lessons two afternoons per week.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 9 / Average: 7
Additional information for all courses
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Multi Destination - Long Term Course 15 (Afternoons only)
15 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
150€143€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3750 3563 |
| Price in US$ | 3864 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional EUR 200 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK when applicable.
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Multi Destination - Long Term Course 20
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Beginner (Upper A1)
Offer!from
200€190€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5000 4750 |
| Price in US$ | 5152 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Students will be able to live in the United Kingdom and Ireland and learn more about the culture and social life of both countries. They can start their course and finish it wherever they prefer.
IMPORTANT: Flights not included. Allow approximately an additional EUR 200 to cover return flight between Ireland and the UK plus the additional travel costs between locations within the UK when applicable.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Afternoon Standard Course
15 lessons per week | 16 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
185€176€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 185 176 | 370 352 | 555 528 | 740 703 | 875 832 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1750 1663 | 1980 1881 | 3600 3420 | 5220 4959 |
| Price in US$ | 191 | 382 | 572 | 763 | 902 | 1082 | 1443 | 1804 | 2041 | 3710 | 5379 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 16 / Average: 12
Additional information for all courses
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Work & Study
Study and Work Programme - Afternoon
15 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
All levels
Offer!from
150€143€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3750 3563 |
| Price in US$ | 3864 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:15
Afternoon: 13:45 - 17:15
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Study and Work Programme - Morning
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
All levels
Offer!from
200€190€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 5000 4750 |
| Price in US$ | 5152 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Special Offers:
Book this course for EUR 4150: for enrolments of a minimum of 25 weeks - This offer is for the tuition fee only, and does not include the registration fee, material fee, insurance or exam fee which will be added ontop of the cost . Only valid for bookings at this website before May 23, 2025. Only valid for courses starting before May 26, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Book this course for EUR 4150: for enrolments of a minimum of 25 weeks - This offer is for the tuition fee only, and does not include the registration fee, material fee, insurance or exam fee which will be added ontop of the cost . Only valid for bookings at this website before Dec 26, 2025. Only valid for courses starting from Sep 01, 2025 untill Dec 29, 2025.
When booking here you benefit from this offer in addition to the discounted prices indicated above.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Possible course durations
25 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
University Pathway
26 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Offer!from
290€276€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 3480 3306 | 6360 6042 |
| Price in US$ | 3586 | 6554 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Students can take a 3, 6 or 8 month programme to reach IELTS 5 or 5.5 at the end of the course. Students will then be ready to take a Foundation Year course at one of the school's partners.
Extra week: EUR 265.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
12, 24 weeks
Minimum required student age
17 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Business
General English + Business
26 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
55 min/lesson
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Offer!from
350€333€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2205 2095 | 2520 2394 | 2835 2694 | 3150 2993 | 3465 3292 |
| Price in US$ | 361 | 722 | 1082 | 1443 | 1623 | 1948 | 2272 | 2597 | 2922 | 3246 | 3571 |
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Standard General English course plus Business English lessons every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoon. Offered for the months of July and August only.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 weeks
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
Cambridge FCE Exam Preparation
26 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
315€300€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2835 2694 | 3150 2993 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 2922 | 3246 |
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Starting dates 2025: 15 Jan 2025, 08 Apr 2025, 17 Jun 2025, 23 Sep 2025
This course consists of 26 lessons per week designed to pass the First Certificate in English Exam. Practice exams and guidance from a tutor is included in the package.
The General English classes take place from Monday to Friday in the morning. The FCE exam preparation lessons are in the afternoon from Tuesday to Thursday.
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 16:00
Possible course durations
9, 10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Exam fee 205 €
Additional information for all courses
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Cambridge CAE Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 15 students (max)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
315€300€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2835 2694 | 3150 2993 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 2922 | 3246 |
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Starting dates 2025: 08 Jan 2025, 02 Apr 2025, 17 Jun 2025, 16 Sep 2025
This course consists of 26 lessons per week designed to pass the Certificate in Advanced English Exam. Practice exams and guidance from a tutor is included in the package.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Possible course durations
9, 10 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 15 / Average: 12
Exam fee 210 €
Additional information for all courses
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Intensive IELTS Exam Preparation
26 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
350€333€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1050 998 | 1400 1330 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2520 2394 | 3150 2993 | 3480 3306 | 6360 6042 | 9180 8721 |
| Price in US$ | 361 | 722 | 1082 | 1443 | 1623 | 1948 | 2597 | 3246 | 3586 | 6554 | 9459 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 10:00
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 10:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Exam fee 215 €
Additional information for all courses
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Standard IELTS Exam Preparation
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
285€271€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1250 1188 | 1500 1425 | 2000 1900 | 2500 2375 | 2700 2565 | 4800 4560 | 6840 6498 |
| Price in US$ | 294 | 588 | 881 | 1175 | 1288 | 1546 | 2061 | 2576 | 2782 | 4946 | 7048 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Morning: 9:30 - 13:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Exam fee 215 €
Additional information for all courses
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CELTA Training Course - Online
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Proficiency (C2)
Offer!from
333€317€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1665 1582 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1665 1582 | -- |
| Price in US$ | 1716 | 1716 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Students must attend Teaching practice every week.
CES Cork is an Official CELTA Training Centre.
Students can choose between:
- Part-time: 5 weeks
- Full-time: 10 weeks
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
5, 10 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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CELTA Training Course - Online (Part-Time)
10 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Proficiency (C2)
Offer!from
75€72€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1800 1710 |
| Price in US$ | 1855 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
Possible course durations
24 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
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Specialty Courses
Content and Language Integrated Learning
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
450€428€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 450 428 | 900 855 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 464 | 928 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course is available on demand.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Additional information for all courses
See availability
Overseas Teacher Training Course
Only limited places left for the summer months!
20 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
450€428€ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 450 428 | 900 855 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 464 | 928 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course is available on demand.
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Morning: 9:00 - 12:55
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Student comments about "Overseas Teacher Training Course" at Centre of English Studies (CES)
Anja
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Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for Centre of English Studies (CES) include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Free assistance for finding jobs
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Student opinions about Centre of English Studies (CES), Cork
4.1
Overall school rating of
Centre of English Studies (CES), Cork
Centre of English Studies (CES), Cork
192 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.6
Facilities
3.7
Social activities
3.5
Organisation
4.2
Course
Quality of teaching
4.3
Value for money
3.7
Accommodation
Homestay
4.1
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.8
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (22 ratings)
4.3
Students 18-30 years (88 ratings)
4.1
Students 31-49 years (41 ratings)
4.2
Students 50+ years (17 ratings)
3.9
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Anja
53 yearsOverall rating
1.0
“The school is centrally located. The equipment is essentially good, but when it comes down to it, the connection between the laptop and the projector doesn't work. The "presentation" of the welcome package looks professional. However, it is not particularly substantial for adults. Why do I need a plastic card with my name and the course? What does the programme actually contain.
The 2nd afternoon activity (tour of the Jameson Distillery) was interesting and well organised.”
“This is the 5th "Teachers refresher course" I have participated in. Among others at CES in Cork, Dublin and the UK. This was by far the biggest disappointment I have experienced up until now.
The teacher was not prepared for this course, but had expected CLIL participants.
Half of the students were primary teachers and half were secondary teachers, which made it even more difficult for the teacher to accommodate everyone.
There was no information about the content of the course. On request, a compilation of the content we had covered during the week was handed out later on Friday.
The lessons were dominated by small talk and little practical content. On request, a few (6) copies were handed out, but these in no way justify the fee of € 50 for course materials. Overall, the course did not meet the needs and expectations of the participants in any way. The course fee of € 575,- for a 4-day course is out of all proportion to what I experienced there.
The first afternoon activity was a guided tour of the city. This was conducted in such a way that we participants of the "Teachers Refresher Course" thought it was a farce. For the fact that this is included in the price, one should actually get a proportionate refund of this money. The administration's explanation that it had taken place exactly as planned was very surprising for us. When the school insists that this is the standard, it is difficult to recommend this school.
The accommodation in the student dormitory was well-equipped, although quite shabby when we moved in (overflowing rubbish bins, sticky cupboards, tables and floors).
The actual location of the "shared apartment" was unacceptable - the other flatmates felt the same way. The noise from the street was immense, so that one could hardly have a conversation in the kitchen with the window open. At 3:00 a.m., the truck delivery for the supermarket on the block arrived. The clattering unloading took about 1 hour. At 5:30 a.m. the supermarket staff began to move the goods around or bring them into the shop on roller containers. Everything directly under the windows of the flat. Given the range of "student's accommodation" in Cork, this block should definitely be avoided.
As stated at the outset, this was a truly disappointing experience. The price of € 765 for a four-day course with accommodation in a student's block stands in no relation to this for me.
You can do better!”
The teacher was not prepared for this course, but had expected CLIL participants.
Half of the students were primary teachers and half were secondary teachers, which made it even more difficult for the teacher to accommodate everyone.
There was no information about the content of the course. On request, a compilation of the content we had covered during the week was handed out later on Friday.
The lessons were dominated by small talk and little practical content. On request, a few (6) copies were handed out, but these in no way justify the fee of € 50 for course materials. Overall, the course did not meet the needs and expectations of the participants in any way. The course fee of € 575,- for a 4-day course is out of all proportion to what I experienced there.
The first afternoon activity was a guided tour of the city. This was conducted in such a way that we participants of the "Teachers Refresher Course" thought it was a farce. For the fact that this is included in the price, one should actually get a proportionate refund of this money. The administration's explanation that it had taken place exactly as planned was very surprising for us. When the school insists that this is the standard, it is difficult to recommend this school.
The accommodation in the student dormitory was well-equipped, although quite shabby when we moved in (overflowing rubbish bins, sticky cupboards, tables and floors).
The actual location of the "shared apartment" was unacceptable - the other flatmates felt the same way. The noise from the street was immense, so that one could hardly have a conversation in the kitchen with the window open. At 3:00 a.m., the truck delivery for the supermarket on the block arrived. The clattering unloading took about 1 hour. At 5:30 a.m. the supermarket staff began to move the goods around or bring them into the shop on roller containers. Everything directly under the windows of the flat. Given the range of "student's accommodation" in Cork, this block should definitely be avoided.
As stated at the outset, this was a truly disappointing experience. The price of € 765 for a four-day course with accommodation in a student's block stands in no relation to this for me.
You can do better!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: see comments before
Other comments see comments before
Course: Refresher Teacher Training Course - 1 week
Review date: 9. Aug. 2022 by Anja Reiners
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maria
41 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers' training and professionalism. Great willingness from all the staff for educational advice and solution of problems concerning the accommodation.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2015 by Maria L erario
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mariia
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“They are always glad to help you and explain everything you don't understand; the atmosphere is very friendly, and the teachers are very professional.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive - 3 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2016 by Mariia Serbinova
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Cristian
29 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“You can choose in the evening to make another kind of class, you have conversation or classroom to improve your grammar or conversation”
Insider tip: “They should say they won't let people from the same nationality share the same flat”
Details of the review
Other comments No, that's all
Course: Standard
Review date: 1. Apr. 2005 by
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Heidi
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“They arranged all the leisure activities in the course 50+ just for me, therefore I could visit all the offers with a companion.”
Details of the review
Course: Gold Programme (2 Wochen) + Intensive (1 Woche) - 3 weeks
Review date: 10. Oct. 2016 by Heidi Siegenthaler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kader
50 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Meeting other people from different cultures. Having the opportunity to speak with students with the same level of English.”
Insider tip: “Don't forget to bring clothing suitable for hiking, for outings programmed during the weekend.”
Details of the review
Other comments Good organisation. For students, don't forget to allow for the book fee: 45€ per level. Cork is a very exciting city!
Course: English for the Workplace - 1 week
Review date: 3. Nov. 2015 by Kader Sekhi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maria
20 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“You can met a lot of people from different countries and the lessons are very interesting!”
Insider tip: “Cork is not a very big city”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive English Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 9. Aug. 2006 by Maria Gatto Ronchero
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ana Cristina
48 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The closeness between the teachers and the students and the good atmosphere in general.”
Details of the review
Course: Teacher Training [Inglés] - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Sep. 2018 by Ana Cristina Molaguero Caballero
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Laura
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good partition of the classes, not too crowdy, the teachers are very good and helpful.”
Insider tip: “Excellent school where you can improve your level of English”
Details of the review
Other comments I think the break is really too short. Every day we were struggling to go to the bar and maybe go to the bathroom, since for both of them there was the queue. So that every morning half of coffee was automatically thrown away. I would add 5 minutes.
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2014 by Laura Artioli
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Kinga
48 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The feeling and the organization of the school. My teacher was the best I think.”
Insider tip: “They can improve their English.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2016 by Kinga Borbas
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Yannis
18 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Teachers, the possibility to stay at school till 5 pm. (quite early though)”
Insider tip: “Go to the Killarney national park.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 20. Aug. 2013 by Yannis Ahdjoudj
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ugo
20 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The quality of courses and the great atmosphere during and after school.”
Insider tip: “Clothes for rain.”
Details of the review
Other comments Very good experience, I recommend.
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 13. Aug. 2015 by Ugo Durand
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Evariste
21 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The good atmosphere, relationships with teachers and staff availability”
Insider tip: “Evening in Pubs, visits of Cork and its surroundings”
Details of the review
Other comments Friendly host family. However, the travel time between their home and the city center is sometimes long
Course: Standard + TOEFL - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Aug. 2014 by Evariste Gallice
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Iria
31 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The staff is very open and very quick to answer any possible question.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 1 week
Review date: 7. Sep. 2014 by Iria Valencia Alvarez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Eva
40 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Flexibility in the organization of groups. The teaching staff.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 3. Sep. 2018 by Eva Baena
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mª Dolores
49 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The responsable for education is always available to help you.”
Insider tip: “Make sure the group in which you are assigned corresponds to your language level.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 19. Aug. 2015 by Mª Dolores Barcia García
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Joaquin
24 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The friendliness of the workers and the quality of teachers.”
Details of the review
Course: Cambridge Advanced Examination Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 1. Sep. 2014 by Joaquin Espallargas Barrio
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Emigdio
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Nothing about accommodations because I stayed with a friend”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Apr. 2015 by Emigdio Chavez Angel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ana
26 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The location and the way the teachers treat the students.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 31. Jul. 2018 by Ana Pérez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Els-marie
69 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“Different ages and about 10 - 12 students in every class.”
Insider tip: “The library.”
Details of the review
Other comments The house is a beautiful Georgian house. In one of the classrooms on the first floor were reflections from the celling luminaire on the glass board. It made it difficult to read on the board. One of the teachers had very tiny handwriting so I found it hard to read.
Course: Gold Programme [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 8. Oct. 2017 by Els-Marie Hallberg
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Aleksandr
36 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Very friendly and well-prepared teachers. Good location.”
Details of the review
Other comments It was very interesting to study at ACET but, I was there for only 2 weeks and it's too little time.
Course: Intensive [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Jun. 2018 by Aleksandr Romanov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Melanie
41 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Friendliness, individual approach, quality of teaching”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive [Englisch] - 1 week
Review date: 1. Nov. 2018 by Melanie Schulz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
César
17 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The attention of teachers in student learning.”
Insider tip: “The active participation of students
and teachers and the development of classes.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good classes
Course: Standard Course [Inglés] - 3 weeks
Review date: 13. Aug. 2019 by César Molaguero García
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Borja
37 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The quality and approachability of the teachers”
Insider tip: “Less distance between accommodation and school would be ideal”
Details of the review
Other comments The certification exam is done in the same center, point in favor
Course: FCE Examination Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2018 by Borja Totoricagüena
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Noelia
38 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The teachers are very friendly and efficient.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 10. Aug. 2015 by Noelia Landete Ramirez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Hugo
23 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The richness of the different nationalities”
Insider tip: “Cliffs and Moher”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Over my 4 weeks I could have progressed in a group more quickly but I did not have any request from the teacher (you had to ask) and I did not know it. I could have progressed faster in a higher level from week 2. It is my only frustration not to have been longer in a group of level B1.
Other comments Very good school and very fun and serious atmosphere. I recommend
Course: Standard + TOEIC - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. May. 2020 by Hugo Bourbier
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Maria
29 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Good teachers, few people in the classroom.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive - 4 weeks
Review date: 20. Jun. 2016 by Maria Vallejo Allende
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Alvaro
23 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The diversity of nationalities in students”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Jul. 2018 by Alvaro Cabello Fernández
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mónica
17 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Many students of different nationalities”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 2. Sep. 2016 by Mónica Larios Rodríguez
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ana Maria
45 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers and the rest of the staff.”
Insider tip: “Bring material to write on, a notebook and a good attitude towards learning.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 10. Sep. 2013 by Ana Maria Soto Luque
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of Centre of English Studies (CES) compared to ratings of all schools in Ireland
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Centre of English Studies (CES) (ACET)
“A course in ACET is much more than learning English–it is an experience.The Experience of living in a different country and speaking English all the time.The Experience of learning Irish life and Culture.I look forward to meeting you at our school. ”–Joelle Coade,Director of Centre of English Studies (CES)
Accreditations and Quality seals
Network Ireland, Excellence Ireland, QQI, Select IrelandEnglish teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Student gender mix
50% male / 50% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Centre of English Studies (CES) and you book here.
Centre of English Studies (CES) operated previously under the name
ACET - Active Centre of English Training
Year of school foundation
1975
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Garden
Lounge
Movie room
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie rental
Daily press
Computer lab
Games room
Library
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Paid parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Facilities to wash feet before praying
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 11
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 12% |
| Spain | 12% |
| France | 10% |
| Brazil | 10% |
| Germany | 8% |
| Switzerland | 7% |
| Korea | 6% |
| Japan | 5% |
| China | 4% |
| Turkey | 3% |
| Netherlands | 3% |
| Venezuela | 2% |
| Chile | 2% |
| Sweden | 2% |
| Thailand | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 13% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 25% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 25% |
| >50 years | 10% |
The average age outside summer is 7 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 210
Throughout the year: 70
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Junior courses In summer: 1
Junior courses Throughout the year: 1
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 32 years
Information for all courses offered by Centre of English Studies (CES)
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material has to be purchased by the student. The costs of course material will be approximately 28 € per course level.
Comments about courses
If there are less than 4 students in a group, the lessons will take place over a reduced number of hours per week, on a two-to-one basis or a one-to-one basis, as required.
Students under 18 need a signed parental guarantee and copy of their passport or national ID with their enrolment.
Medi-PEL Insurance: EUR 130 per annum.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 85 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2025 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 03 Feb 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 02 Jun 2025, 04 Aug 2025, 27 Jan 2025, 25 Dec 2025, 26 Dec 2025.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
Cork Airport:
60 € one way
120 € return (both ways)
120 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Cork Airport (ORK).
More details about airports near Cork and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Cork page. For flight comparisons to Cork, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
View
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Walking Tours of Cork City
- Karaoke Evenings
- Irish Dancing and Traditional Evenings
- Cineclubs
- Karaoke Evenings
- Irish Dancing and Traditional Evenings
- Cineclubs
Adults - Paid activities
- Cliffs of Moher and the Burren (EUR 55)
- Blarney Castle and Gardens (EUR 35)
- Kayaking (EUR 40)
- Ring of Kerry (EUR 55)
- Full day excursions (EUR 45–65)
- Half-day excursions (EUR 15-25)
- Blarney Castle and Gardens (EUR 35)
- Kayaking (EUR 40)
- Ring of Kerry (EUR 55)
- Full day excursions (EUR 45–65)
- Half-day excursions (EUR 15-25)
Videos about leisure activities at Centre of English Studies (CES) Cork
Accommodation
Homestay ![Most Popular Accommodation]()
In high demand!
26 ratings
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
Minimum age: 16
Extra nights possible
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
270 €/ week
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 270 | 540 | 810 | 1080 | 1350 | 1620 | 1890 | 2160 | 2700 | 3240 | 270 | 85 |
| Price in US$ | 293 | 586 | 879 | 1172 | 1465 | 1758 | 2050 | 2343 | 2929 | 3515 | 293 | 93 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Special dietary requirements: EUR 35 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 85€.
Price extra night
60 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 17 May 2025 - 28 Sep 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 50 €
Homestay - Christmas Holiday
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
Minimum age: 17
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
345 €/ week
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1380 | 1725 | 2070 | 2415 | 2760 | 3450 | 4140 | 345 | 85 |
| Price in US$ | 375 | 749 | 1123 | 1497 | 1871 | 2246 | 2620 | 2994 | 3742 | 4491 | 375 | 93 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Christmas holiday availability dates: 20 Dec 2025 - 06 Jan 2026
Special dietary requirements: EUR 35 per week.
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 85€.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
90
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2025 - 19 Dec 2025
Student Residence
Only limited places left for the summer months!
10 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
Minimum age: 17
Extra nights possible
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
285 €/ week
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in € | 285 | 570 | 855 | 1140 | 1425 | 1710 | 1995 | 2280 | 2850 | 3420 | 285 | 85 |
| Price in US$ | 310 | 619 | 928 | 1237 | 1546 | 1855 | 2164 | 2473 | 3092 | 3710 | 310 | 93 |
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 15:00 or later
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 85€.
Price extra night
50 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes walking (average reported by 7 former students).
Includes
TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
100
Dates
Not available/Fully booked: 01 Jan 2025 - 16 May 2025, 29 Sep 2025 - 31 Dec 2025
Student comments about Student Residence
Anja
"Single room, self-catering"
César
"Very good attention in the residence"
Questions and answers about Centre of English Studies (CES)
- I want to do an intensive week of English. I want it to be a lot of hours, as I don't have more time.“The most intensive course offered by ACET consists of 26 lessons/week: 20 lessons of General English in the morning + 6 additional lessons in the afternoon which focus on practical communication skills and the learning experience.
In addition, there is a further 30 lessons per week divided into 20 group lessons and 10 private lessons.
”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 03, 2023 - A Japanese student is looking to book the Gold Programme for 50+. I'm just wondering if during the English classes there are also only students of 50+ or if the 15 lessons are in the Standard Course 15 (mixed ages)?“It depends on the students. All classes are mixed.”Berta Estebanez, Administration from ACET - Jan 10, 2023
FAQ about Centre of English Studies (CES), Cork
- I would like to obtain information so that I can take the TOEFL certification at the school.“Although the school is not an official examination centre, it currently (2024) offers a General English course combined with some TOEFL examination preparation classes. Although booking the examination is independent of the preparation course, both we and the school will be able to provide you with guidance on booking. ”Veronica Romualdi, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Dec 16, 2024
- Will it be possible to organise a return transfer with the host family?“If you book a homestay accommodation, the host family will come pick you up at the airport. This service is for arrivals between 9:00 and 22:30 only. The return transfer is not organised by the school but you can ask the school's reception to arrange a taxi to the airport. ”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 05, 2023
- I would like to know if the exam price is included in the price and if I can take it at the end of the course directly in Ireland.
“This information is always indicated in the course description, and when not specified, it is usually a separate cost that the school can include in the invoice at the request of the student, at the time of online enrollment.”Italian, Area Manager from ACET/Cork Language Centre International - Jul 23, 2021 - What is the number of students per class at Centre of English Studies (CES)?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Centre of English Studies (CES) varies from 9 students (Combination Course (20 group + 5 one-to-one)) to 16 students (Standard Course 20)
- Which countries are students of Centre of English Studies (CES) from?The highest Nationality percentage at Centre of English Studies (CES) comes from Spain with a 12% representation, followed by students from Italy (12%) and Brazil (10%).
- Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses for which ages?Centre of English Studies (CES) offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 32 for the rest of the year.
Terms of Centre of English Studies (CES)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 8:45
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
Centre of English Studies Ltd | Tax registration ID: 6596892W
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
80 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.