International House 
Belfast, Northern Ireland
109-111 University Street - BT7 1HP Belfast - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Welcome walk: orientation around the city.
This school is an exam centre for the Cambridge (FCE, CAE, CPE) exams.
Location: International House Belfast is located in the historic capital city of Northern Ireland, Belfast. The school is housed in the Holylands residential area of inner-south Belfast. The area is predominantly known for Queen's University Belfast, which is just a 5-minute walk down the road from the school, but is also home to attractions such as the Botanic Gardens, the Ulster Museum and the Queen's film theatre. There are many eateries, supermarkets and links to public transport nearby.
Getting around: There are several bus routes and stops within a 5-minute walk of the school's front doors. The closest train station to the school is the Botanic train station which is around a 500m walk away.
Course selection: IH Belfast provides English tuition for students of all levels and various needs. In addition to General English taught over several schedules and intensities, the school also provides Exam Preparation (FCE, CAE, CPE, IELTS), CELTA courses for aspiring teachers, English for work and English work placement programmes. Immersive junior courses for students aged 12-17 years of age are also available during the summer months. One-to-one tuition is available in conjunction with or independently from any other programme or course.
Accommodation: The school provides accommodation in homestays with local families and city centre studios, subject to availability.
School Chain: International House Belfast was formed in 2007. It is accredited by the British Council as well as members of English UK and MEI Relsa. Accredited by the Green Standard Schools for its contribution to sustainability. The chain is a certified Cambridge ESOL Examination and Teacher Training centre. They hold English courses for both adults and juniors.
English Courses
General Language
General English
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
235£224£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 235 224 | 470 447 | 705 670 | 940 893 | 1125 1069 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 | 2795 2656 | 5125 4869 |
| Price in US$ | 297 | 593 | 889 | 1186 | 1419 | 1703 | 2270 | 2837 | 3405 | 3524 | 6462 |
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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: 12 / Average: 9
Student comments about "General English" at International House
Rosa
"There should be more groups differentiating levels. In level C1 there were people with a very low C1 and people with a C2. This makes it difficult for teachers and students."
Jutta
"Excellent teachers, great atmosphere, well thought-out teaching material. "
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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General English Intensive
In high demand!
25 lessons per week | 12 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 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 285 271 | 570 542 | 855 813 | 1140 1083 | 1375 1307 | 1650 1568 | 2200 2090 | 2750 2613 | 3300 3135 | 3445 3273 | 6375 6057 |
| Price in US$ | 360 | 719 | 1078 | 1438 | 1734 | 2081 | 2774 | 3468 | 4161 | 4344 | 8038 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
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
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Additional information for all courses
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General English Intensive Plus
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
455£433£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 455 433 | 910 865 | 1365 1297 | 1820 1729 | 2225 2114 | 2670 2537 | 3560 3382 | 4450 4228 | 5340 5073 | 5655 5373 | 10625 10094 |
| Price in US$ | 574 | 1148 | 1721 | 2295 | 2806 | 3367 | 4489 | 5611 | 6733 | 7130 | 13396 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
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
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Additional information for all courses
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Private
One-to-One
5 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
All levels
Offer!from
300£285£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1200 1140 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2100 1995 | 2400 2280 | 2700 2565 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 |
| Price in US$ | 379 | 757 | 1135 | 1513 | 1892 | 2270 | 2648 | 3026 | 3405 | 3783 | 4539 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Lessons are tailored to the needs of the student and ideal for anybody wanting to progress quickly. Lessons are 60 minutes.
Course specific data
General course schedule
1 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: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Two-to-One
15 lessons per week | 2 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
All levels
Offer!from
675£642£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 675 642 | 1350 1283 | 2025 1924 | 2700 2565 | 3375 3207 | 4050 3848 | 4725 4489 | 5400 5130 | 6075 5772 | 6750 6413 | 8100 7695 |
| Price in US$ | 852 | 1703 | 2554 | 3405 | 4256 | 5107 | 5958 | 6809 | 7660 | 8511 | 10213 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Private lessons for 2 people with a similar level who want to study together. Price per person. Lessons are 60 minutes.
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: 2 / Average: 2
Additional information for all courses
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Work & Study
English & Volunteering
20 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Offer!from
1690£1606£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | 6760 6422 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Price in US$ | 8523 |
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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
4 weeks
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Additional information for all courses
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Business
Executive Immersion Course
30 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Elementary (A2) or higher
Offer!from
1875£1782£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1875 1782 | 3750 3563 | 5625 5344 | 7500 7125 | 9375 8907 | 11250 10688 | 13125 12469 | 15000 14250 | 16875 16032 | 18750 17813 | 22500 21375 |
| Price in US$ | 2364 | 4728 | 7092 | 9456 | 11820 | 14184 | 16548 | 18912 | 21276 | 23640 | 28367 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
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 - 17:00
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
20 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Additional information for all courses
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Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FCE Exam Preparation Course
25 lessons per week | 12 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Upper intermediate (B2) or higher
Offer!from
310£295£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1240 1178 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 3770 3582 | 7000 6650 |
| Price in US$ | 391 | 782 | 1173 | 1564 | 1892 | 2270 | 3026 | 3783 | 4539 | 4754 | 8826 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge First Certificate.
The exam preparation courses combine 20 hours of General English with 5 hours of exam preparation per week.
SPEAKING TEST: Will take place the week before the paper exams.
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
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 9
Additional information for all courses
See availability
CAE Exam Preparation Course
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Advanced (C1) or higher
Offer!from
308£293£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | -- | -- | -- | 1232 1171 | -- | -- | 2376 2258 | -- | 3432 3261 | 3770 3582 | 7000 6650 |
| Price in US$ | 1554 | 2996 | 4327 | 4754 | 8826 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge Advanced Certificate.
The exam preparation course combine 20 hours of General English with 5 hours of exam preparation per week.
SPEAKING TEST: Will take place the week before the paper exams.
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
4, 8, 12, 13, 25 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Additional information for all courses
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CPE Exam Preparation Course
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Minimum level: Proficiency (C2)
Offer!from
310£295£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1240 1178 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 3770 3582 | 7000 6650 |
| Price in US$ | 391 | 782 | 1173 | 1564 | 1892 | 2270 | 3026 | 3783 | 4539 | 4754 | 8826 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
International House is an examination centre for Cambridge Proficiency Certificate.
The exam preparation courses combines 20 hours of General English with 5 hours of exam preparation per week.
SPEAKING TEST: Will take place the week before the paper exams.
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
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Additional information for all courses
See availability
IELTS Exam Preparation Course
This course tends to sell out quickly!
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Starts weekly (every Monday)
55 min/lesson
Suitable for all levels with the exception of Beginner (A1)
Offer!from
310£295£ / week
Course Details
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1240 1178 | 1500 1425 | 1800 1710 | 2400 2280 | 3000 2850 | 3600 3420 | 3770 3582 | 7000 6650 |
| Price in US$ | 391 | 782 | 1173 | 1564 | 1892 | 2270 | 3026 | 3783 | 4539 | 4754 | 8826 |
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Starting dates Every Monday
The exam preparation courses combine 20 hours of General English with 5 hours of exam preparation 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
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Student comments about "IELTS Exam Preparation Course" at International House
Edson
"I had never taken an IELTS preparation course. For me Thomas is an excellent teacher, very objective and very technical in his observations. So far I haven't taken the IELTS test, but soon I will do it and return with the score result."
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for International House 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 Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
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Student opinions about International House , Belfast
4.4
Overall school rating of
International House , Belfast
International House , Belfast
20 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Location of the school
4.7
Facilities
4.2
Social activities
4.0
Organisation
4.4
Course
Quality of teaching
4.4
Value for money
4.1
Accommodation
Homestay
3.3
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.8
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (2 ratings)
4.0
Students 18-30 years (3 ratings)
4.3
Students 31-49 years (9 ratings)
4.6
Students 50+ years (6 ratings)
4.3
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Rosa
56 yearsOverall rating
3.0
“The attention was good and they were very friendly and went out of their way to make you feel comfortable. The teacher Ryan was great, pity we only had him for a week for the first two hours.”
“There was a teacher who all he did was make us talk to each other without correcting our mistakes. That's not a class and it's not teaching, I do that in the bar with my colleagues without having to pay anyone. I don't want to say his name so as not to harm him, but he knows who he is, because I told him personally.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: There should be more groups differentiating levels. In level C1 there were people with a very low C1 and people with a C2. This makes it difficult for teachers and students.
Other comments In general it is a good school (with some exceptions).
Course: General English - 2 weeks
Review date: 18. Aug. 2023 by Rosa Gala Manuel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Devis
24 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers made the lessons very interesting. A lot of group exercises, which help you to socialise with the others. The school is simple and organised. My English improved for sure.”
Insider tip: “Don't miss the social activities proposed by the school. They help you to socialise with the other students and you can visit a lot of wonderful places.”
Details of the review
Other comments The staff are available at every request. The teachers are good. The school is near the city centre. Some classrooms are a little small.
Course: General English [English] - 3 weeks
Review date: 2. Aug. 2018 by Devis Serra
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Elodie
28 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The varied activities they offer and the patience that the teachers have with the students and above all they did not put pressure on me and I was able to progress at my own pace.”
Insider tip: “The activities of the establishment”
Details of the review
Course: General English [Anglais] - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Oct. 2019 by Elodie Jean-De-Dieu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Françoise
69 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“I liked the method as well as an excellent preparation of our tuition and all the conversations we were encouraged to participate in. There were very pleasant students too.”
Insider tip: “It is worthwhile visiting all other cities in Northern Ireland because their inhabitants are very friendly and welcoming and the scenery is beautiful.”
Details of the review
Other comments I'll go on attending International House.
Course: General English [English] - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Apr. 2018 by Françoise Palmade
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Mercedes
48 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“The limited number of students per class. The professionalism of teachers.”
Details of the review
Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
Review date: 14. Nov. 2016 by Mercedes Rico García
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Michal
13 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“I liked the excurcions and the English lessons the most.”
Insider tip: “Definitely, future students should not miss the excursion to the Stormont.”
Details of the review
Other comments Most of the students were from Spain and Italy. During free time they only spoke in their own language. It would be better if the students would be from different locations.
Course: Queens University Programme (12-17 years) - 2 weeks
Review date: 12. Aug. 2016 by Michal Zmuda Trzebiatowski
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Yingchun
55 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“Friendly teachers, clean environment.”
“Not many students, small size.”
Details of the review
Course: General English - 1 week
Review date: 28. Aug. 2024 by Yingchun Lu
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Delane
56 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers are excellent”
Details of the review
Other comments The staff are lovely
Course: General English [English] - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Jul. 2018 by Delane Freitas Evaristo Alves
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Valentina
29 yearsOverall rating
4.0
“The teachers”
Insider tip: “A better explanation of the planning right after the test”
Details of the review
Course: IELTS Exam Preparation Course [Inglese] - 1 week
Review date: 19. Feb. 2018 by Valentina Leoncino
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Ratings of International House compared to ratings of all schools in Northern Ireland
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International House (IH)
Accreditations and Quality seals
IHWOEnglish 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
43% male / 47% female
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at International House and you book here.
Year of school foundation
2007
The school is an official exam center
The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Cafeteria
Fridge for student use
Microwave for student use
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Games room
Lounge
Garden
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Printer for student use
Copy machine
Free parking
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 12
- Number of public PC workstations: 12
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Italy | 25% |
| Spain | 15% |
| Switzerland | 15% |
| France | 6% |
| Germany | 4% |
| Turkey | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | 3% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Venezuela | 2% |
| Vietnam | 2% |
| Thailand | 2% |
| China | 2% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Brazil | 1% |
| Chile | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 15% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 15% |
| 25-34 years | 35% |
| 35-50 years | 30% |
| >50 years | 10% |
Average number of students
In summer: 40
Throughout the year: 30
Junior courses - In summer: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
12 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 7
Adult courses Throughout the year: 7
Junior courses In summer: 7
Junior courses Throughout the year: 7
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by International House
Lesson duration
55 minutes
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses
There are no group course start dates for A1 (Beginner) on the General English / General English Intensive course in 2025. If a student has booked a course and, when arrives, is of Level A1, they will be moved to a one-to-one course of greater or equal value to what has been paid for.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 60 £. 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, 17 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 12 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
01 Jan 2025, 17 Mar 2025, 18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 12 Jul 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
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
Belfast International Airport:
90 £ one way
180 £ return (both ways)
180 £ return (both ways)
Dublin Airport:
300 £ one way
600 £ return (both ways)
600 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Belfast City.
More details about airports near Belfast and how to travel independently from the airport to the city on our Belfast page. For flight comparisons to Belfast, we recommend using skyscanner.com.
Leisure activities
Leisure programme for adults (sample):
Sample of activities for adults (PDF)
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Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Not offered.
Adults - Paid activities
Not offered.
| activity possible | distance from school | |
|---|---|---|
| Ballet | | 6 km |
| Basketball | | 2 km |
| Cooking | | 2 km |
| Cricket | | 25 km |
| Dancing | | 6 km |
| Diving | | 33 km |
| Field Hockey | | 8 km |
| Football (soccer) | | 2 km |
| Golf | | 2 km |
| Horse riding | | 83 km |
| Ice Hockey | | 11.6 km |
| Mountainbiking | | 10 km |
| Music | | 2 km |
| Sailing | | 25 km |
| Squash | | 1 km |
| Swimming | | 1 km |
| Table Tennis | | 1 km |
| Tennis | | 2 km |
| Volleyball | | 1 km |
| Windsurfing | | 133 km |
| Yoga | | 1 km |
Accommodation
Homestay ![Popular Accommodation]()
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
Minimum age: 16
Extra nights possible
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
215 £/ week
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| 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 | 65 |
| Price in US$ | 286 | 571 | 856 | 1142 | 1427 | 1712 | 1998 | 2283 | 2854 | 3424 | 286 | 87 |
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 0:00-23:55
Check-out
Saturday 0:00-23:55
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 65£.
Price extra night
36 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, 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: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
Student comments about Homestay
Elodie
"The family received me well and I was very well taken care of. Even during my moments of panic and it is a very important element. And the fact that it is a bit far from the school allows us to start to visit and observe the life of the country."
Executive Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Private bathroom
Minimum age: 16
Extra nights possible
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
245 £/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in £ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 | 65 |
| Price in US$ | 326 | 651 | 976 | 1301 | 1626 | 1951 | 2276 | 2602 | 3252 | 3902 | 326 | 87 |
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
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 65£.
Price extra night
41 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Private bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
City Centre Studios
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
2 ratings
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
Minimum age: 18
Extra nights possible
WiFi free
Heating
Air conditioning
Towels provided
Bedding/Linen provided
from
285 £/ week
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| 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 | 65 |
| Price in US$ | 379 | 757 | 1135 | 1513 | 1892 | 2270 | 2648 | 3026 | 3783 | 4539 | 379 | 87 |
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
Private studio in a centrally located building with laundry facilities, cinema room, gym, 24-hour reception and spacious communal areas.
Check-in
Sunday
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 65£.
Price extra night
48 £
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Distance from school
25 minutes walking.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Maximum age of students
99
Dates
High season dates: 01 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025
High season
High season supplement per week: 20 £
Questions and answers about International House
- Is there a safe/safety deposit box available to junior students? Where should my son keep his valuables during the summer camp?“Please don’t bring valuables. Money and Mobile Phones can be kept in students’ rooms or given to members of staff. Students are responsible for their own belongings.
We do ask that students bring their own phones with them so they can keep in touch with home while they are here. It is safe enough to keep these in their rooms.”Joanna, Administration from IH Belfast - Jun 08, 2023 - I want to book a junior programme for my child, but I may have to change the dates once I have confirmed the place. Is it possible to do this?“No problem! To confirm your place, you must indicate a specific starting date, but once the booking is confirmed, if you wish to change the dates, it won't be a problem to do so as long as there is availability. The sooner you let us know, the better, as places for juniors are quite limited.”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 20, 2023
- Is it possible to book accommodation with a family in a single room with private bathroom?“Yes, the school offers homestay in a single room with private bathroom.”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 27, 2023
FAQ about International House , Belfast
- Is it possible to take TKT Module 1 exam at your school?“Regarding the TKT course, unfortunately, schools in Belfast do not offer a TKT preparation course and exam at the moment. If you need any information about the B2, C1 or C2 exams, our team would be happy to help.
”Maksym Sterpul, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 30, 2023 - Is airport pickup offered by International House ?Yes. The school offers pickup from Belfast International Airport (90 £), Dublin Airport (300 £)
- What is the number of students per class at International House ?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 students (One-to-One) to 12 students (General English)
- Which countries are students of International House from?The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Italy with a 25% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and Spain (15%).
- International House offers courses for which ages?International House offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.
Terms of International House
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Legal name/parent company
International House Belfast Limited | Tax registration ID: NI061539 (company ID)
Visa Documents
Nationals from United Kingdom do not require a visa for travelling to Northern Ireland and attending a language course.
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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
60 £
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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The Intensive Plus course combines 20 hours of General English with 5 hours of private classes in the afternoon. Students can choose which subject they would like to study such as Business, Media, CLIL etc.