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International House , Belfast, Northern Ireland

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

109-111 University Street - BT7 1HP Belfast - see on map
International House  - School building

What we like about the school

  • Welcome walk: orientation around the city.
  • Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

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.
  • The language school International House was founded in Belfast, Northern Ireland in 2007.
  • Legal name / parent company: International House Belfast Limited
  • Tax registration ID: NI061539 (company ID)
  • Abbreviated name of school: IH Belfast
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

English Courses

General Language
Junior
Private
Business
Exam Preparation
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.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 50 £. 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 2023 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2023, 02 Jan. 2023, 17 Mar. 2023, 07 Apr. 2023, 10 Apr. 2023, 01 May 2023, 29 May 2023, 12 Jul. 2023, 28 Aug. 2023, 25 Dec. 2023, 26 Dec. 2023, 27 Dec. 2023.
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

Level (CEFR)Level descriptionsLESSONS needed per levelWEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1BeginnerNo knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases.A1 to A2804
A2ElementaryCan understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies.A2 to B11608
B1IntermediateCan speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation.B1 to B21809
B2Higher IntermediateCan speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects.B2 to C120010
C1AdvancedCan use language flexibly and effectively.C1 to C222011
C2ProfiencyCan express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely.
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.

Our price includes

  • 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
Note: All courses offered by International House , Belfast can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

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  • School building
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  • teacher and student
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  • Students chatting
    Students chatting3/16
  • Socialising
    Socialising 4/16
  • Group
    Group5/16
  • Beach
    Beach6/16
  • classroom
    classroom7/16
  • Students socialising
    Students socialising8/16
  • Study group
    Study group9/16
  • Views of Belfast
    Views of Belfast10/16
  • IH student
    IH student 11/16
  • Computer facilities
    Computer facilities 12/16
  • Studying together
    Studying together13/16
  • Studying
    Studying 14/16
  • Nature walks
    Nature walks15/16
  • Biking
    Biking16/16

International House (IH)

Accreditations and Quality seals
British councilEnglish UKPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalIHWO
English teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
First day of course
Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 9:00
Student gender mix:
43% male / 47% female
School Size
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.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoJCB - logoDiners Club - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Self-study areas

  • Free WIFI

  • Free parking

  • 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

Average number of students
In summer: 100
Throughout the year: 60
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

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Optional airport transfer
Belfast International Airport:
60 £ one way
120 £ return (both ways)
Dublin Airport:
190 £ one way
380 £ return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Belfast City.
More information about airports around Belfast and how to get from the airport to Belfast on your own here on our Belfast page.

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. Documentation regarding purpose of visit must be shown at the border in order to enter the country. For Study purposes: letter of enrolment from school, accommodation arrangements and proof of payments to the relevant institutions.
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.

Leisure activities

activity possibledistance from school
Ballet6 km
Basketball2 km
Cooking2 km
Cricket25 km
Dancing6 km
Diving33 km
Field Hockey8 km
Football (soccer)2 km
Golf2 km
Horse riding83 km
Ice Hockey11.6 km
Mountainbiking10 km
Music2 km
Sailing25 km
Squash1 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis1 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing133 km
Yoga1 km
Leisure programme for juniors (sample):
 Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)
Schedule of activities - juniors (PDF)

Accommodation

Reviews

4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Overall school rating of
International House , Belfast
15 authentic ratings from students who reserved with us
School
Overall city rating
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Location of the school
4.7 

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Organisation
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

Facilities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Social activities
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.1 

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
3.3 

Rating: 3.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
4.0 

Rating: 4.0/5.0

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Student opinions about International House , Belfast
Liked
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 tips about what future students should not miss: 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.
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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
2. Aug. 2018
Liked
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 tips about what future students should not miss: The activities of the establishment
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Course: General English [Anglais] - 2 weeks
16. Oct. 2019
Liked
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 tips about what future students should not miss: It is worthwhile visiting all other cities in Northern Ireland because their inhabitants are very friendly and welcoming and the scenery is beautiful.
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Other comments: I'll go on attending International House.
Course: General English [English] - 3 weeks
30. Apr. 2018
Liked
The limited number of students per class. The professionalism of teachers.
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Course: General English Intensive - 1 week
14. Nov. 2016
Liked
I liked the excurcions and the English lessons the most.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: Definitely, future students should not miss the excursion to the Stormont.
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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
12. Aug. 2016
Liked
The teachers are excellent
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Other comments: The staff are lovely
Course: General English [English] - 2 weeks
17. Jul. 2018
Liked
The teachers
Insider tips about what future students should not miss: A better explanation of the planning right after the test
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Course: IELTS Exam Preparation Course [Inglese] - 1 week
19. Feb. 2018

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Questions and answers about International House

  • Yes, the school offers homestay in a single room with private bathroom.
    from International House - Jan 27, 2023
  • 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.

FAQ about International House , Belfast

  • English courses at International House start at 152 £ for CELTA Course Part-Time course with 12 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
  • The accommodation City Centre Studios is the most popular among all our clients of International House
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Belfast International Airport (60 £), Dublin Airport (190 £)
  • 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 Intensive)
  • 100% of teachers at International House hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from Italy with a 25% representation, followed by students from Switzerland (15%) and Spain (15%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • International House offers courses from 12 years (IH Belfast Adventure Ireland Programme, 10 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 25 for the rest of the year.

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