MC AcademyManchester, England UK
- Free weekly activities.
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 55% of students are from
Location: The school is located in the heart of the city centre, next to Market Street and right in front of Piccadilly Gardens. It's a great area for the students because it's surrounded by numerous bars, restaurants, shopping centres and museums.
- MC Academy operated previously under the name Manchester Central School of English.
- The language school MC Academy was founded in Manchester, England UK in 2005.
- Legal name / parent company: MC Academic Limited
- Tax registration ID: GB166772767
- Abbreviated name of school: MC Manchester
English Courses
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The General English courses provided at MC Academy are designed for students of all levels of English who want to improve their language skills. Using a wide range of course books and materials, MC Academy provides students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an English-speaking environment.
The General English courses at MC Academy aim to:
- Improve student grammar, speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Develop student vocabulary and functional language skills.
- Ensure student participation and collaboration by using a communicative approach in class.
- Give students an excellent understanding of British culture through varied class topics.
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
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Price at school Our price | 315 300 | 630 599 | 945 898 | 1260 1197 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2520 2394 | 3100 2945 | 3720 3534 | 4880 4636 | 7375 7007 |
The General English courses provided at MC Academy are designed for students of all levels of English who want to improve their language skills. Using a wide range of course books and materials, MC Academy provides students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an English-speaking environment.
The General English courses at MC Academy aim to:
- Improve student grammar, speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Develop student vocabulary and functional language skills.
- Ensure student participation and collaboration by using a communicative approach in class.
- Give students an excellent understanding of British culture through varied class topics.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:45 - 13:45
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This is the perfect course for those who want to study English but are busy and can't commit to a more intense course.
The General English courses provided at MC Academy are designed for students of all levels of English who want to improve their language skills. Using a wide range of course books and materials, MC Academy provides students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an English-speaking environment.
The General English courses at MC Academy aim to:
- Improve student grammar, speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Develop student vocabulary and functional language skills.
- Ensure student participation and collaboration by using a communicative approach in class.
- Give students an excellent understanding of British culture through varied class topics.
Afternoon: 12:45 - 15:00
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Price at school Our price | 105 100 | 210 200 | 315 300 | 420 399 | 525 499 | 630 599 | 840 798 | 1000 950 | 1200 1140 | 1520 1444 | 2250 2138 |
Light course of only 5 lessons per week.
The General English courses provided at MC Academy are designed for students of all levels of English who want to improve their language skills. Using a wide range of course books and materials, MC Academy provides students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an English-speaking environment.
The General English courses at MC Academy aim to:
- Improve student grammar, speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Develop student vocabulary and functional language skills.
- Ensure student participation and collaboration by using a communicative approach in class.
- Give students an excellent understanding of British culture through varied class topics.
Afternoon: 12:15 - 13:45
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Price at school Our price | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1300 1235 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3840 3648 | 5750 5463 |
The General English courses provided at MC Academy are designed for students of all levels of English who want to improve their language skills. Using a wide range of course books and materials, MC Academy provides students with the skills and confidence to succeed in an English-speaking environment.
The General English courses at MC Academy aim to:
- Improve student grammar, speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
- Develop student vocabulary and functional language skills.
- Ensure student participation and collaboration by using a communicative approach in class.
- Give students an excellent understanding of British culture through varied class topics.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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Our online conversation.
Afternoon: 14:00 - 15:00
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The school offers a variety of extra classes that help students to focus on specific skills: Reading & Writing, Speaking, Accent Reduction, Functions and Supplementary IELTS and Cambridge examination sessions.
Study a skills class at MC Academy and diversify your learning. These skills classes can be studied alongside other courses at MC Academy.
Skills classes at MC Academy include:
- Conversation Class
- IELTS Skills
- Beginner Skills
- Video Learning
- Pronunciation
- Grammar & Vocabulary
- Speaking & Listening
- Reading & Writing
Morning: 12:45 - 13:45
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The Summer Programme is designed to provide students with unforgettable memories by encouraging them to practise their English language skills with fellow students and friends.
Included:
- 15 hours of General English per week.
- Taught by qualified teachers.
- Maximum capacity of 15 students per class
- End of course certificate.
- End of course award ceremony.
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This package consists of 5 hours of private lessons, which can be used whenever the student requires, and can be worked around their individual schedule.
Their one-to-one classes highlight an individual’s areas for improvement and provide opportunities to work on individual needs. An individual learning plan is agreed upon between the teacher and the student, ensuring that the student’s needs and requirements are met.
Flexible in their nature, you can study a one-to-one course alongside a General English course at MC Academy. The timetable for the one-to-one class is established according to your availability during the school opening times.
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
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Price at school Our price | 360 342 | 720 684 | 1080 1026 | 1440 1368 | 1800 1710 | 2160 2052 | 2520 2394 | 2880 2736 | 3240 3078 | 3600 3420 | 4320 4104 |
MC Academy is delighted to have teamed up with De Montfort University, Coventry University, Greenwich University, and Bangor University, who have all agreed to accept the school's certificates as evidence of a student’s English proficiency level. This means that anyone applying to any of the aforementioned universities will not need to take a pre-sessional course or language test to meet the language requirement for entry.
How does this work in practice?
When you join MC Academy, let the school know if you are interested in, or have applied to, either De Montfort University, Coventry University, Greenwich University, or Bangor University. They can then help you map your English progress to reach the level required for acceptance onto your course. Once you have achieved the level required, the school will give you a certificate with a report that shows your specific language level and this will be accepted by the universities mentioned above.
Morning: 9:00 - 15:00
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This course focuses on arranging meetings, job description, staff motivation, recruitment, letter writing, e-business, business ethics and a variety of other fields within an international business environment.
Study Business English at MC Academy. The Business English course is designed to provide students with the practical skills and communication level required to succeed in an English-speaking, international business environment.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for students who can actively use the majority of grammatical structures in English and who can demonstrate their accuracy and fluency in the skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Students at this level are also able to identify and produce texts of varying purposes and are aware of, for example, style, register, and genre. Students are likely to be those with a professional interest in business or those who are currently students of business and/or management.
Aims of the Course
The Business English course at MC Academy prepares students for working internationally in various business fields by:
- Teaching learners how to use English in business environments.
- Studying a variety of business-related topics such as arranging meetings, job descriptions, staff motivation, recruitment, letter writing, e-business, and business ethics.
- Develop key language skills and cross-cultural communication skills through business-orientated tasks.
- Stimulate creative thinking and analysis by dealing with real-life work situations.
Course Duration
The course is made available according to demand. The delivery and duration of the course is flexible and can be adapted to the requirements of students. An initial General English course before commencement of the Business English course may be necessary for students who do not have an Intermediate-level of proficiency in English.
Bespoke Courses
Bespoke courses are also available, providing flexible packages of varying duration. MC Academy offers courses with optional modules to address specific needs. For example, in addition to the basic package of General English and Business English, or Business English only, students may elect specialist modules such as Business Administration, Stock Control, Marketing, or English for Legal Purposes.
Afternoon: 12:45 - 13:45
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This course is for those students who want to take an exam to increase their employability or to pursue higher education studies.
The Cambridge skills class provides students with the skills and knowledge to prepare for the Cambridge exam.
If you are aiming for a worldwide recognised qualification in English (Cambridge Certificate) and would like to follow a course designed with this specific purpose in mind, then why not take one of these Cambridge exam preparation courses?
The courses are focused on preparation for the Cambridge exam but due to the contents of the course, they also provide general knowledge and language skills in English.
Why choose the Cambridge Exam Preparation course at MC Academy?
Unlike IELTS qualifications, Cambridge qualifications are valid forever and do not expire.
It’s more than just a test – the content of the course guarantees solid and useful learning.
Both the course and MC Academy are accredited by the British Council.
Progression into higher education institutions often require a Cambridge certificate.
Enables students to work with like-minded people from other countries.
Enhance your CV and future professional success.
Learn with highly-prepared teachers with experience in teaching the Cambridge Exam Preparation course.
Morning: 12:45 - 13:45
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Price at school Our price | 315 300 | 630 599 | 945 898 | 1260 1197 | 1575 1497 | 1890 1796 | 2520 2394 | 3100 2945 | 3720 3534 | 4880 4636 | 7375 7007 |
This course is designed to prepare students for the specific requirements of the exam focusing on strategies and techniques. Past exam papers are used to create similar conditions to what the students will experience during the actual exam.
The IELTS Exam Preparation courses are designed for students who wish to further their academic careers at a UK university. The IELTS Exam Preparation courses provide you with the knowledge and skills to progress towards higher education.
Aims of the Course
The IELTS preparation course at MC Academy aims to allow students to:
Use exam strategies and techniques to achieve the best score possible.
Take practice exam papers to become familiar with the format of the exam under test conditions.
Practise and develop overall skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Focus on reading, writing, and analytical thinking skills, that are not only the key to success in the IELTS test, but are also crucial skills to develop when studying at a UK university.
Receive constructive feedback to further increase the chances of success.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
Afternoon: 12:45 - 13:45
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Price at school Our price | 260 247 | 520 494 | 780 741 | 1040 988 | 1300 1235 | 1560 1482 | 2080 1976 | 2500 2375 | 3000 2850 | 3840 3648 | 5750 5463 |
This course is designed to prepare students for the specific requirements of the exam focusing on strategies and techniques. Past exam papers are used to create similar conditions to what the students will experience during the actual exam.
Our IELTS Exam Preparation courses are designed for students who wish to further their academic careers at a UK university. Our IELTS Exam Preparation courses provide you with the knowledge and skills to progress towards higher education.
Aims of the Course
The IELTS preparation course at MC Academy aims to allow students to:
Use exam strategies and techniques to achieve the best score possible.
Take practice exam papers to become familiar with the format of the exam under test conditions.
Practise and develop overall skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
Focus on reading, writing, and analytical thinking skills, that are not only the key to success in the IELTS test, but are also crucial skills to develop when studying at a UK university.
Receive constructive feedback to further increase the chances of success.
Morning: 9:00 - 12:15
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CELTA is the most widely recognised English teaching qualification in the world. This course will show you all aspects of teaching English as a second language and you will complete a total of 6 hours of teaching.
What is CELTA?
The CELTA (Certificate in Training English to Speakers of Other Languages) is the most widely recognised English teaching qualification in the world and will enable you to teach English as a Foreign Language abroad or in language schools in the UK.
About the CELTA Course
The CELTA course at MC Academy consists of 120 hours of contact time, including tuition, observations of experienced teachers, 6 hours of teaching practice, teaching support and feedback. You will also need to spend time on top of that on self-study, preparing lessons and writing assignments.
Commitment & Professionalism
The CELTA course is very intensive and Cambridge requires that you complete every aspect of the course, and have 100% attendance of face-to-face sessions. You will need to dedicate time to lesson planning and writing assignments in the evenings and at weekends too. As working alongside and learning from colleagues is a key part of teaching, all trainees need to demonstrate a professional attitude and work constructively with others, particularly those in their tutor group.
Employability
MC Academy is able to put you in contact with language schools around the world including UK institutions, once the course begins, to aid your job search. The tutors will offer you employability advice near the end of the course and many of our trainees go on to work at MC Academy.
Teaching Practice
The teaching practice sessions form a key part of the course. You will teach classes of international students and gain a genuine experience of the teaching and learning process. Each teaching practice session, you will be provided with planning support from your tutor beforehand, and will receive feedback on your teaching afterwards. By the end of the course, you will have taught at two levels and have completed a total of 6 hours of teaching (in compliance with Cambridge guidelines).
Tuition
If you study on the face-to-face intensive course, you will participate in daily workshops and seminars, focusing on learner awareness, language analysis, phonology, methodology, and career development. If you study on the blended course, you will cover the same content, but you will do it online, using the Cambridge Assessment VLE.
Tuition
There is no examination on the CELTA, so assessment is continuous and is carried out by the course tutors and a Cambridge assessor who ensures that tutors work consistently and in accordance with guidelines. You will be assessed on your teaching, and also on the four written assignments.
Support
Throughout the course, your tutors will provide you with ongoing support. You will also receive at least one individual tutorial during the course in which you will be given an indication of your progress.
Afternoon: 12:00 - 18:00
Information for all courses offered by MC Academy
Coursebooks cost GBP 40. A free coursebook is provided for courses booked and paid for that have a duration greater than 12 weeks.
01 Jan 2024, 29 Mar 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 06 May 2024, 27 May 2024, 26 Aug 2024, 25 Dec 2024, 26 Dec 2024.
Lessons needed per English language level
Our price includes
- INCLUDED 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 local SIM card
MC Academy (MC)
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Student support desk
Copy machine
Table tennis
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Arabic homestays available
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 10Number of public PC workstations: 9Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Airport transfer
110 £ return (both ways)
165 £ return (both ways)
Visa Documents
Leisure activities
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Dancing | - | 1 km |
Football (soccer) | | 5 km |
Golf | | - |
Music | - | 1 km |
Swimming | - | 5 km |
Table Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | - |
Yoga | - | 2 km |
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Adults - Paid activities
Accommodation
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The school's studio flat provides students with a personal experience when living in the U.K.
Self-catering room. Single room. Private shower and kitchen. Includes bills, wi-fi, bedding, and kitchen back.
The studio flat is located a 20-minute bus ride from both MC Academy and the city centre. Students can travel to and the from the studio flat via bus or tram.
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Price per person
Reside with a friendly homestay host in Greater Manchester and improve your English language skills in a natural environment.
Homestay accommodation at MC Academy provides students with a unique cultural experience to enhance their English language skills.
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Reside with a friendly homestay host in Greater Manchester and improve your English language skills in a natural environment.
Homestay accommodation at MC Academy provides students with a unique cultural experience to enhance their English language skills.
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Price in £ | -- | -- | -- | 900 | 1125 | 1350 | 1575 | 1800 | 2250 | 2700 | 225 | 60 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
The student accommodation in Salford just outside of Manchester is found in the heart of a thriving community; you’ll never find yourself at a loss for things to do. Just a 5-minute jaunt to the ever-popular Media City, the bars and restaurants of Salford Quays, a 20-minute walk to picturesque Peel Park, and a 20-minute walk to the home of Manchester United, Old Trafford. There’s something for everyone.
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Ratings of MC Academy compared to ratings of all schools in England UK
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Student opinions about MC Academy, Manchester
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FAQ about MC Academy, Manchester
- What is the best price for a course at MC Academy, Manchester?English courses at MC Academy start at 100 £ for Part Time 5 course with 5 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Central School of English?The accommodation Studio Flat is the most popular among all our clients of Central School of English
- Is airport pickup offered by MC Academy?Yes. The school offers pickup from Manchester Airport (60 £), Liverpool Airport (105 £)
- What is the number of students per class at Central School of English?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Central School of English varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 16 students (Junior Summer School - Course Only)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at MC Academy?100% of teachers at MC Academy hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of MC Academy from?The highest Nationality percentage at MC Academy comes from Saudi Arabia with a 55% representation, followed by students from Libya (2%) and Brazil (1%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- MC Academy offers courses for which ages?MC Academy offers courses from 10 years (Junior Summer School - Course Only, 15 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 15 during the summer and 18 for the rest of the year.