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Intensive English
Bournemouth
This course focuses on speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar and communication skills.The Intensive English Add-On is for all those who would like to make the most of their stay and work as intensively as possible on their English skills. The qualified native level teachers focus on fluency and accuracy in speaking, writing, listening and reading.
The 10 additional afternoon lessons are for students of all levels of English, from beginner to advanced, and the minimum age is 16.
During the Intensive English Add-On lessons you will:
- Deepen what you have learned during the General English Course
- Practise speaking, listening, writing and reading
- Learn to communicate in English in real-life situations
- Develop your understanding of grammar, vocabulary and idioms
- Work on your pronunciation
- Improve on your communication skills and on your general knowledge of the English language.
The 10 Add-On lessons take place Monday to Friday from 13:45 to 15:15 after the General English Course and a lunch breach.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Bournemouth
This course focuses on speaking, listening, writing, reading, grammar and communication skills.The General English Course is the right course for you if you wish to improve your fluency, accuracy and confidence when using the English language. You will develop your conversational skills, boost your English level quickly and effectively and improve your grammar knowledge.
The course is for adult students of all ages (minimum age 16) and levels: elementary to advanced. The teachers are qualified, native level speakers with experience in teaching English as a foreign language. Classes are of maximum 12 students in off-peak season and 15 students in peak season of different nationalities. Europa School of English is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK and a member of English UK and English UK South.
The General English Course is the foundation course on which you can build and add on any supplementary products; Intensive English, IELTS Preparation and English At Work.
In the General English Course you will:
- Practise speaking, listening, writing and reading,
- Learn to communicate in English in real-life situations,
- Develop your understanding of grammar, vocabulary and idioms,
- Work on your pronunciation,
- Improve on your communication skills and on your general knowledge of the English language.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive
London
The classes are small (on average 8-12, with a maximum 15), and are of mixed nationality, ensuring all students have maximum opportunity to communicate in English.
Nacel English School London teachers are carefully selected, appropriately qualified, dedicated professionals, who collectively have a wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise.
The most up-to-date course-books, materials and resources are used for teaching, in conjunction with a comprehensive Nacel English School London language and skills syllabus for each level.
The teachers also try to incorporate the latest, most effective teaching methods in their lessons, while maintaining the school's all-round, comprehensive approach of developing and integrating students’ pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar; as well as their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Part of Nacel's teaching methodology is to place particular importance on improving the students’ communication skills of listening and speaking. The school stresses the importance of the teacher-student relationship by, for example, teachers ensuring students receive individual attention in class; and through monthly tutorials for each student to discuss their continuously monitored progress. Teachers also place particular importance on individualising the feedback provided when monitoring students’ class work and checking daily homework.
Students’ academic progress is continuously assessed, and they are also given regular level tests to ensure the appropriateness of their courses and lessons.
School certificates and reports are issued at the conclusion of all courses, stating the student's achieved level and detailed language ability.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English Semi Intensive
London
Afternoon classes only take place 3 times a week.Our courses adopt a comprehensive, communication-based teaching method, maximising all-round development of the English language systems (pronunciation/vocabulary/grammar), and skills (listening / speaking/reading/writing). Students’ progress is continuously monitored, including regular one-to-one tutorials and regular testing and exam practice.
Our exam students can also take practice exams at the school as well as receive personalized feedback and guidance so as to optimise their exam performance and results.
We also ensure students put into practice the language and grammar taught in order to build their confidence and consolidate learning.
We are an achievement-orientated school, and for this reason, all our English Language and Exam Courses are priced the same, as we encourage all our students to take internationally recognised exams.
Afternoon classes (13:45-17:00) only take place 3 days a week.
Lessons per week: 24 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English Morning 20
Oxford
The General English 20 courses are an enhanced version of the General English 15 course, with one additional hour per day of lessons in specific academic areas. This extra hour is a separate and valuable course, enabling students to strengthen their English language skills, using a range of subjects from history and politics to British food and entertainment, to activate their speaking, reading, writing and listening skills.
Students in an exam class will also have the opportunity during this hour to work on exam strategy and test practice.
These classes are usually smaller than the General English 15 classes and give students greater opportunity for individual work with their teacher.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Early Afternoon (12)
London
This is a part-time course that takes place in the early afternoon.The school's General English classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world. The school's Academic Team select relevant and interesting coursebooks that change each term (12 or 13 weeks for full-time courses and 25 weeks for part-time courses) to ensure you receive a variety of language input.
Lessons per week: 12 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive 30
Oxford
The Intensive English courses are for students with the ambition and the desire to work hard to achieve even greater progress in their English. This course is more demanding than the General English 15 and 20 courses, and students study both morning and afternoon – but if you really want to move ahead quickly, this is the course for you.
As with the General English 15 and 20 courses, the focus of the Intensive course is on the four key language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking – plus additional work on vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Students at B2 or above have the opportunity to join the Fluency course in the afternoons, where the focus is on listening and speaking. The Fluency classes are usually small, and students are able to make significant progress in their conversation skills.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Intensive (27)
London
A full-time course for students who would like to learn English in the morning and afternoon.
Classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world.
Lessons per week: 27 (60 minutes per lesson)
Ladies Only Classes
Manchester
General English for women only. The price listed includes course book and registration fee. Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
General English Plus
London
Afternoon classes only take place 2 times a week.Our courses adopt a comprehensive, communication-based teaching method, maximising all-round development of the English language systems (pronunciation/vocabulary/grammar), and skills (listening / speaking/reading/writing). Students’ progress is continuously monitored, including regular one-to-one tutorials and regular testing and exam practice.
Our exam students can also take practice exams at the school as well as receive personalized feedback and guidance so as to optimise their exam performance and results.
We also ensure students put into practice the language and grammar taught in order to build their confidence and consolidate learning.
We are an achievement-orientated school, and for this reason, all our English Language and Exam Courses are priced the same, as we encourage all our students to take internationally recognised exams.
Afternoon classes (13:45-17:00) only take place twice a week.
Lessons per week: 21 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English Morning
London
Our courses adopt a comprehensive, communication-based teaching method, maximising all-round development of the English language systems (pronunciation/vocabulary/grammar), and skills (listening/speaking/reading/writing). Students’ progress is continuously monitored, including regular one-to-one tutorials and regular testing and exam practice.
Our exam students can also take practice exams at the school as well as receive personalized feedback and guidance so as to optimise their exam performance and results.
We also ensure students put into practice the language and grammar taught in order to build their confidence and consolidate learning.
We are an achievement-orientated school, and for this reason, all our English Language and Exam Courses are priced the same, as we encourage all our students to take internationally recognised exams.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Morning (15)
London
A full-time course for students who would like to learn English in the morning.
Classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
London
With the General Course at EC English’s academy, you’ll come in for 20 dynamic classes every week (15 hours in total). Groups are available from the Beginner level all the way up to the Advanced levels, and your group placement will be determined by a test before you get started.
Having 15 hours of study per week is ideal, as it’s more than enough to make considerable progress in a relatively short period of time, but also gives you the chance to take in the world-famous city of London, and enjoy everything that it has to offer residents. For those who are interested, the course also includes complementary workshops for developing your CV in English, or improving specific skills such as pronunciation.
On the General English course, you attend a core of 20 lessons per week, which will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. Your confidence will improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Bournemouth
Our students want to learn English for a variety of reasons – for education, business or just for pleasure! At BEET English Language Centre, your lessons will cover all of the most important aspects of learning English, including vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation, which will help you improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing.
You can follow the main programme of 20 lessons (15 hours) per week, but if you feel you would like to study more, you can choose to study either 4 or 8 additional lessons per week on our Options Programme These can either be skills or exam based. Talk to us if you would like to discuss the best option for you.The General English course is based on the four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. BEET uses the latest course books and materials. Emphasis is placed on encouraging your fluency and confidence in the language. Your teachers will employ the most efficient techniques to ensure you develop accurate grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Some of your lessons may be in a computer room, where you are able to use the interactive software as well as BEET Online, the online learning platform.
You will be in a multinational class, placed with other students of the same level. The aim is to ensure you learn as much as possible.
Normally, you have between two and four teachers each day, depending on which course you have chosen. This gives you the chance to experience a variety of approaches to the language. This variation is further expanded through the use of audio-visual equipment and computers.
You will learn real English, as it is used in the world outside the classroom. The aim is to bring you as near to native competence as possible.
There are regular tests to monitor your progress in grammar, vocabulary and the four main skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
You can follow the main programme of 20 lessons (15 hours) per week, but if you feel you would like to study more, you can choose to study either 4 or 8 additional lessons per week on the Options Programme These can either be skills or exam-based. Talk to us if you would like to discuss the best option for you.
All BEET students are also invited to join our 5-evening-a-week social programme which is included in the registration fee.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Semi-Intensive Course 10
Manchester
Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skillsPractice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 10 (50 minutes per lesson)
General English Standard 20
London
General English course is designed for people who want to learn English for work, study or pleasure. The classes focus on all aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the language from the main sessions, with a focus on communication and practical skills. All the lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and the teachers give regular homework to help you practice.
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set course book, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular progress tests and tutorials, which helps the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allows the students to check their progress in English.
Students who successfully complete General English course...
- Are more confident in their use of English
- Can understand people speaking English in a range of situations
- Can use English in a range of situations
- Are able to use their knowledge and skills to continue improving their English.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Morning 15
Oxford
This is the school's most popular English language course, largely for the simple reasons that lessons are in the morning, and end at 12:30 (General English 20 ends at 13:35, and Intensive English 30 course at 16:00 or 17:15.)
Teachers use course books published by the UK’s leading suppliers (Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press and Pearson produce many of the books the school uses), continually reviewing the latest editions and switching to them when they appear. Titles used include English File, Speak Out and Navigate.
Your textbook is included in the free welcome pack on your first day.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard Course 15 (Morning)
London
**Course Description**
The Standard Morning English classes offer 3 hours (2 lessons of 1.5h) of structured class time per day. Resulting in 15 hours per week. Please note, classes begin at 09:30 and finish at 12:45; there is a 15-minute break half way through, between 11.00 and 11.15.
This course is great for students who want to study in the morning and have the afternoon available for self-study or, perhaps, tourism. During your structured class time, you will cover the essential language skills and boost your confidence skills. Therefore, these Standard Morning English classes allows students to progress at a pace with which they feel comfortable.
Of course, the teacher is always available to help you, if you need it. That is, the qualified teachers understand that different people learn in different ways and will try to explain things differently if students are struggling. At Rose of York, the teachers follow a course book (which you should buy if you’re studying with the school for 4+ weeks) and they encourage homework to be completed. Homework ensures that you practice the grammar and vocabulary studied in class. With afternoons available, it is a great opportunity to focus on your own development.
**Free Time**
With plenty of free time in the afternoon, students also have to chance explore the centre of London and beyond. Additionally, students have the chance to participate in the social activities programme. Most importantly, living and studying in London gives students a great opportunity to put the language they learn in class into practical use. At Rose of York, they believe in practical learning whereby students are encouraged to explore London and give recommendations.
Please note, if students are planning to travel to the UK on a study visa, students cannot study any fewer hours. Students on a study visa must study a minimum of 15 hours per week.
The standard morning classes are great for students who would like to balance study and leisure. This class is available all year round and students can start on any Monday.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General Main Course
Bournemouth
This option covers the four main language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.The lessons cover the most important aspects of learning English, including grammar and pronunciation, which will help you improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
Learning Outcomes: by the end of the course students should be able to communicate in English more confidently in different situations outside the classroom.
Lessons per week: 20 (40 minutes per lesson)
General English - Super Intensive
Bournemouth
**Super Intensive course (28 lessons = 21 hours per week):**
This course follows the intensive course structure with an additional 4 lessons in all 4 skills plus pronunciation and lexical extension. Start from any Monday of your choice to partake in this course.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Extra Intensive
Bournemouth
In addition to General English, students are also able to choose 1 of the option classes:
• Speaking, pronunciation and listening
• Reading, writing and vocabulary
• Writing skills
• IELTS preparation
• Cambridge preparation: PET, FCE, CAE and CPE
• Media, music and film (summer only)
• Academic English(summer only)
• Business English(summer only)
• English for travel and tourism (summer only)
The Extra Intensive Course is 28 lessons per week (21 hours).
If you choose the Extra Intensive Course, you will study the core subject (General English, Cambridge or IELTS Preparation) PLUS 1 option from our Options Programme.General English classes focus on the four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. BEET uses the latest course books and materials. Emphasis is placed on encouraging your fluency and confidence in the language. Your teachers will employ the most efficient techniques to ensure you develop accurate grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Some of your lessons may be in a computer room, where you are able to use the interactive software as well as BEET Online, the online learning platform.
You will be in a multinational class, placed with other students of the same level. The aim is to ensure you learn as much as possible.
Normally, you have between two and four teachers each day, depending on which course you have chosen. This gives you the chance to experience a variety of approaches to the language. This variation is further expanded through the use of audio-visual equipment and computers.
You will learn real English, as it is used in the world outside the classroom. The aim is to bring you as near to native competence as possible.
There are regular tests to monitor your progress in grammar, vocabulary and the four main skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
All BEET students are also invited to join the 5-evening-a-week social programme which is included in the registration fee.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Standard General English
Leeds
This is the most popular course in all CES schools. The Standard General English Course takes place every morning from Monday to Friday, leaving you free to join the Social Programme or study on the CES Online e-learning platform and in the Self- Access facilities every afternoon.
Your morning lessons are divided into two parts, usually taught by two different teachers (UK & Ireland). Lessons concentrate on building your knowledge of the language, focusing primarily on helping you increase your vocabulary and improving your grammar so that you attain the levels of accuracy you require. Lessons also work on improving your overall communicative proficiency and fluency, focusing on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition to this you will work on specific pronunciation difficulties and expand the range of language you use in real-life situations.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English - Late Afternoon (10)
London
This is a part-time course that takes place in the late afternoon.The school's General English classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world. The school's Academic Team select relevant and interesting coursebooks that change each term (12 or 13 weeks for full-time courses and 25 weeks for part-time courses) to ensure you receive a variety of language input.
Lessons per week: 10 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard General English
Brighton
General Language English classes are an opportunity for a student to improve not only their speaking skills, but also to practice reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.A Bayswater General English course uses market-leading course materials to provide you with engaging, interactive lessons. Your teacher will make use of a variety of resources, including well-known coursebooks and online study platforms, to deliver a consistent and structured learning experience. This course will prepare you for using English in real-life situations outside of the classroom, and aims to improve your daily communication skills by introducing a range of interesting and relevant topics with each new unit.
General Language English classes are an opportunity for you to improve not only your speaking skills, but also to practise reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.
This course is made up of 20 lessons per week/15 hours per week that combine language learning with a special focus on developing critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. This is best for students who want to study at a steady pace (Morning classes only).
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
Oxford
Course includes specialist options such as Business English, IELTS, Cambridge exams, Conversation, Language Development and Cultural Interest.
Students booking 12 weeks or more qualify for up to 4 additional guided/facilitated study sessions each week.The Intensive Course is the school’s most popular course, as it’s the best way to develop deep fluency in English in the shortest possible time.
You will maximise your fluency in the shortest possible time, as well as experience British culture, all while you learn with other international students from all over the world.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)*
As well as your General English classes you can choose from a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These are included in the course price. These develop your specialist skills in English or give you experience of subjects which interest you. They will help you use English in practical situations for study, work, or cultural interest. SIGs vary according to location and the required language level. Popular class subjects include:
- Conversation Skills
- Vocabulary Builder
- Business English
- American/British Culture
- Group Discussion
- Pronunciation Practice
*SIGs are subject to availability. The required minimum language level for different SIG classes may vary. Note that the choice of subjects will depend on the student’s level of English and the time of year.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
GE Standard
London
A Bayswater General English course uses market-leading course materials to provide you with engaging, interactive lessons. Your teacher will make use of a variety of resources, including well-known coursebooks and online study platforms, to deliver a consistent and structured learning experience. This course will prepare you for using English in real-life situations outside of the classroom and aims to improve your daily communication skills by introducing a range of interesting and relevant topics with each new unit.
General Language English classes are an opportunity for you to improve not only your speaking skills, but also to practise reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.
This course is made up of 20 lessons per week/15 hours per week that combine language learning with a special focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This is best for students who want to study at a steady pace (Morning classes only).
Through a special portal- my.Bayswater – students benefit from unlimited online study before, during and after the course.
This is where teachers can give tests and check scores, and the portal is full of practice exercises to improve reading, writing, and listening skills.
On my Eurocentre students can see their timetable; the weekly social program and general announcements getting also the opportunity to connect and socialize.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course
London
The Intensive English classes offer 5 hours of structured class time per day. Thereby, resulting in 25 hours per week.
Students can study the Intensive course in the morning only. The classes are divided into three sections. Classes begin at 09:30, finish at 15:00, and include two 15-minute breaks. The first break is at approximately 11:00. The second break is from 12:45 to 13:00.
The course is designed so that students have three hours of English classes covering all English skills. Following the lunch break, students will have two Booster Classes. Consequently, students can choose the two skill areas in which they would like to focus. Or, a student could double up on a single skill area. For example, a student could choose two conversation Booster Classes if they would like to intensively boost their speaking skills.
The Intensive course is suitable for students over the age of 16 who would like to have a more intensive timetable.
This course still offers a study and leisure balance but the added benefit of skills focus. Students will have the afternoon and evening for self-study or tourism. If students are looking to have a study-leisure balance, with a slight emphasis on studying, this course is perfect.
Although students have free time available to them, their average day will consist of an intensive study programme. By studying the Intensive courses, students will have a great opportunity to improve their overall use of the language and build their vocabulary bank.
The Intensive classes are great for students who would like to balance study and leisure with a focus on key areas. This class is available all year round and students can start on any Monday.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Standard
Bournemouth
Standard course (20 lessons = 15 hours per week).
The standard lessons focus on reading, writing, listening and speaking. You will also learn and revise new vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. All levels of English are accepted. Start on any Monday of your choice.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
London
Course includes specialist options such as Business English, IELTS, Cambridge exams, Conversation, Language Development and Cultural Interest.
Students booking 12 weeks or more qualify for up to 4 additional guided/facilitated study sessions each week.The Intensive Course is the school’s most popular course, as it’s the best way to develop deep fluency in English in the shortest possible time.
You will maximise your fluency in the shortest possible time, as well as experience British culture, all while you learn with other international students from all over the world.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)*
As well as your General English classes you can choose from a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These are included in the course price. These develop your specialist skills in English or give you experience of subjects which interest you. They will help you use English in practical situations for study, work, or cultural interest. SIGs vary according to location and the required language level. Popular class subjects include:
- Conversation Skills
- Vocabulary Builder
- Business English
- American/British Culture
- Group Discussion
- Pronunciation Practice
*SIGs are subject to availability. The required minimum language level for different SIG classes may vary. Note that the choice of subjects will depend on the student’s level of English and the time of year.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
General English 20 - Morning
Brighton
The General English courses are designed to help students communicate successfully and confidently in real-life situations. Although classes have a focus on speaking and listening, students have the chance to practise all four skills, helping them reach their full potential. Students can choose to study for anything from 1 to 24 weeks; any students who want to study for longer should look at the International Semester Courses.
The courses of 20 lessons per week offer greater flexibility. You can study at home for part of the day, spend time exploring the city, or even combine it with private one-to-one lessons for a more intensive and personal experience.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
Bristol
Clifton
For students with limited time to study, this course is the best way to ensure you get the maximum benefit out of your time at .
The course structure:
- Mornings (lessons 1-4): using a general English course book, with a balance of skills, vocabulary and grammar. Every morning you also learn the Phrase of the Day to help you sound more natural in your language use and the Cultural Question to help you learn about the UK and other students’ cultures. Teachers include additional English focuses which are useful for the students in the class.
- Afternoons (lessons 5 and 6): skills and fluency focus. Lessons focused on reading, writing, speaking and listening. The school often has longer activities to help you improve your fluency.
The afternoon skills and fluency classes mean you make even better use of the language you are learning.
The flexible English course syllabus ensures a balanced programme.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive 25
London
General English course is designed for people who want to learn English for work, study or pleasure. The classes focus on all aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the language from the main sessions, with a focus on communication and practical skills. All the lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and the teachers give regular homework to help them practice.
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set course book, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular progress tests and tutorials, which help the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allow the students to check their progress in English.
Students who successfully complete the General English course:
- Are more confident in their use of English.
- Can understand people speaking English in a range of situations.
- Can use English in a range of situations.
- Can use their knowledge and skills to continue improving their English.
Lessons per week: 25 (45 minutes per lesson)
Standard General English
Worthing
This is the most popular course in all CES schools. The Standard General English Course takes place every morning from Monday to Friday, leaving you free to join the Social Programme or study on the CES Online e-learning platform and in the Self- Access facilities every afternoon.
Your morning lessons are divided into two parts, usually taught by two different teachers (UK & Ireland). Lessons concentrate on building your knowledge of the language, focusing primarily on helping you increase your vocabulary and improving your grammar so that you attain the levels of accuracy you require. Lessons also work on improving your overall communicative proficiency and fluency, focusing on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition to this you will work on specific pronunciation difficulties and expand the range of language you use in real-life situations.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English-Weekend (3)
London
This is a part-time course that takes place on Saturdays only.The school's General English classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world. The school's Academic Team select relevant and interesting coursebooks that change each term (12 or 13 weeks for full-time courses and 25 weeks for part-time courses) to ensure you receive a variety of language input.
Lessons per week: 3 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course 20
Manchester
Your lessons will contain a variety of tasks which will practice all the key language skills of speaking, listening, reading and vocabulary. Each lesson is developed around an interesting topic, such as hobbies, films, family, history and environment and you will learn and practice vocabulary and phrases suitable to express your views in a range of topics and situations.
Practice and improve your grammar skills.
Practice your reading and listening skills.
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates.
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking.
Have lots of chances to practice and develop your writing skills.
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
General English Morning 20
London
This course develops all aspects of language competence in a personalised programme coordinated by the core teacher. It covers the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, using skills-based and situational learning combined with one-to-one tutorials and regular progress tests to respond to the student’s individual learning needs.
Course benefits:
- Build your general proficiency in English.
- Develop the main language skills: reading, speaking, listening,
writing and mediation.
- Skills-based and situational learning.
- Add additional lessons to further develop your language skills.
- Access to the school´s bespoke virtual learning campus 24/7.
- Learn from the qualified team of teachers who know the needs of
each student and will offer personalised attention to ensure students
succeed.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Standard Course 36
Brighton
This course can be booked by students with lower-intermediate or intermediate level of English only. This is for students who have a good knowledge of the English language. The courses focus on grammar, reading, speaking, writing and helping students to speak with more confidence.
These courses are for students whose English allows them to communicate with others quite well much of the time, but who still make frequent mistakes so that there are regular misunderstandings.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Talk easily with others in common social situations
- Speak clearly enough to be easily understood by others
- Exchange opinions with others and justify your point of view
- Read and understand the main points of authentic written material
- Summarise texts using English that is easily understood by others
- Write in simple correct English in a variety of formats
- Understand and use with confidence the vocabulary of daily social life.
Lessons per week: 36 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
General English Morning 20
Oxford
This course develops all aspects of language competence in a personalised programme coordinated by the core teacher. It covers the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, using skills-based and situational learning combined with one-to-one tutorials and regular progress tests to respond to the student’s individual learning needs.
Course benefits:
- Build your general proficiency in English
- Develop the main language skills: reading, speaking, listening, writing and mediation
- Skills-based and situational learning
- Add additional lessons to further develop your language skills
- Access to the school´s bespoke virtual learning campus 24/7
- Learn from the qualified team of teachers who know the needs of each student and will offer personalised attention to ensure students succeed
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
English Plus Business, Marketing & Finance
London
General English and specialist Business & Finance related topics. Students will have regular visits to businesses or financial institutions and may have the opportunity to attend meetings, communicate with professionals, carry out project research or work on business case-studies.As the most dominant language in the global business world — no matter what the industry — if you work for a company or organisation with an international element, it is likely that there will be a need for English skills.
Business English is the type of English used in commercial contexts, such as international trade, finance, insurance, and many other sectors.
Kings' Business English programmes provide specialist tuition, enabling students to:
- Focus on vocabulary that is used in a business context
- Learn how to effectively communicate with others in business scenarios, whether that communication is in correspondence, face to face meetings, or online.
- Use English to develop business and finance skills
- Live and learn in renowed cities for business and finance
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
General Course
Manchester
In the General English 15-hour course, you will work from a course book as well as other materials given to you by your teacher, and you will learn and practise English skills in reading, writing, listening and grammar with a lot of time for speaking and pronunciation practice. You will study as part of a group with students who are at the same/similar level to you and classes are designed to be fun and interactive.
Topics include speaking, listening, reading, grammar and writing.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Basic 15
London
General English course is designed for people who want to learn English for work, study or pleasure. The classes focus on all aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the language from the main sessions, with a focus on communication and practical skills. All the lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and the teachers give regular homework to help them practice.
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set course book, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular progress tests and tutorials, which help the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allow the students to check their progress in English.
Students who successfully complete the General English course:
- Are more confident in their use of English.
- Can understand people speaking English in a range of situations.
- Can use English in a range of situations.
- Can use their knowledge and skills to continue improving their English.
Lessons per week: 15 (45 minutes per lesson)
GE Intensive
London
A Bayswater General English course uses market-leading course materials to provide you with engaging, interactive lessons. Your teacher will make use of a variety of resources, including well-known coursebooks and online study platforms, to deliver a consistent and structured learning experience. This course will prepare you for using English in real-life situations outside of the classroom and aims to improve your daily communication skills by introducing a range of interesting and relevant topics with each new unit.
General Language English classes are an opportunity for you to improve not only your speaking skills, but also to practise reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.
This semi-intensive course is made up of 25 lessons per week/18.7 hours per week that combine language learning with a special focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This is best for students who want a combination of morning and mid-day classes.
Lessons per week: 25 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English - Full-time
Nottingham
General English course with Friday Study club.
Lessons per week: 15 (70 minutes per lesson)
General English - Intensive (30)
London
A full-time course for students who would like to learn English in the morning and afternoon.
Classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English (15) + IELTS Exam Preparation (9)
London
This course is for students who need to improve their English level and take an IELTS exam at the end of their course, for example to study in higher education.
You will learn English with a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
In the IELTS lessons, they fully prepare you for the IELTS exam so that you can achieve your target score.
Lessons per week: 24 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Evening (4)
London
The school's General English classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world. The school's Academic Team select relevant and interesting coursebooks that change each term (12 or 13 weeks for full-time courses and 25 weeks for part-time courses) to ensure you receive a variety of language input.
Lessons per week: 4 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English (15) + IELTS Exam Preparation (15)
London
This course is for students who need to improve their English level and take an IELTS exam at the end of their course, for example to study in higher education.
You will learn English with a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
In the IELTS lessons, they fully prepare you for the IELTS exam so that you can achieve your target score.
Lessons per week: 30 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English - Early Afternoon (15)
London
A full-time course for students who would like to learn English in the morning.
Classes are based on the communicative approach. This means there is a strong focus on speaking and listening skills, as well as reading, writing, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary.
Because the classes are learner-centred, you are given the opportunity to practise everything related to language with students from all over the world.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 30
Canterbury
**Objectives**
The core class is an integrated skills class. It covers reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary. In this class you'll improve your accuracy (how correct your English is) and fluency (how well you can communicate). Lessons have daily and weekly objectives so you know what you’ll learn and how you’ll learn it. The teachers provide you with regular assessments that allow you to keep track of your progress. Teachers use the Communicative Approach, so you'll learn English by using English, not by listening to grammar lectures and doing worksheets. They feel strongly that this is the most effective method to acquire English that students can use in the real world.
The Syllabus for each level is mapped to the CEFR levels A1-C2. The levels define what you can do and Stafford House believes that language is for communication. Each of the Core Class Course Books is also mapped to the CEFR providing a consistent basis for developing your language skills.
**Flexibility**
From Standard to Intensive and Super Intensive, the range of English language courses offers you a choice on how intensively you want to study - whether that’s 20 lessons a week on a Standard course or 30 lessons a week on the Super Intensive. Plus with the school's range of modules you get to personalise your course to fit your needs.
**How you learn**
The school believes that you will learn faster and more effectively if your lessons are engaging, fun and relevant, that’s why the teachers use a range of techniques and develop classes that are motivating and build your confidence. This will allow time to focus on any areas of weakness. Any weekly programme is influenced not only by the course book syllabus but also by the learning goals and interests of the students in any one group.
**Testing on arrival**
On your first day you will take a language assessment, to assess your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and how well you are able to understand and speak English. This helps teachers to understand the class you’ll be happiest and most successful in.
**Monthly Tutorial**
Every month you’ll have a one-to-one tutorial with a senior member of the academic team to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals and fulfil your potential. It’s a great opportunity to review your course choices and learning methods and to really make sure you achieve what you want to achieve.
**Quality Assurance
The Directors of Studies are based in all of the schools to ensure the programmes are of the highest possible quality, the average class sizes are small, and that the students leave having gained the maximum from their time with the school.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 25
Canterbury
This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communication skills. This course can also be used as a route to IELTS and university entry preparation.
The morning classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials:
- Grammar in real-life contexts
- Pronunciation practice
- Written and spoken accuracy
- Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking
Afternoon classes focus on improving oral communication and fluency, vocabulary extension and skills for real-life purposes.
Lessons per week: 25 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
Brighton
Course includes specialist options such as Business English, IELTS, Cambridge exams, Conversation, Language Development and Cultural Interest.
Students booking 12 weeks or more qualify for up to 4 additional guided/facilitated study sessions each week.
This course can be started online before joining the school. The content and schedule will be the same.The Intensive Course is the school’s most popular course, as it’s the best way to develop deep fluency in English in the shortest possible time.
You will maximise your fluency in the shortest possible time, as well as experience British culture, all while you learn with other international students from all over the world.
Special Interest Groups (SIGs)*
As well as your General English classes you can choose from a range of Special Interest Groups (SIGs). These are included in the course price. These develop your specialist skills in English or give you experience of subjects which interest you. They will help you use English in practical situations for study, work, or cultural interest. SIGs vary according to location and the required language level. Popular class subjects include:
- Conversation Skills
- Vocabulary Builder
- Business English
- American/British Culture
- Group Discussion
- Pronunciation Practice
*SIGs are subject to availability. The required minimum language level for different SIG classes may vary. Note that the choice of subjects will depend on the student’s level of English and the time of year.
Lessons per week: 28 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
Part-Time Course 6
Manchester
This course could take place in the morning, afternoon or evening and will be confirmed closer to the start date. Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 6 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course 24
Manchester
Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skillsPractice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 24 (50 minutes per lesson)
Junior Course - Residence (full-board)
Manchester
Included in the course:
- Material/ Welcome Pack
- Free Level Test
- Certificate Upon Completion
- 20 lessons per week
Accommodation
- Private Rooms with private bathrooms
- Accommodation Booking Fees
- 24/7 Security in the Residence
- Full Board: Breakfast, Packed Lunch and Dinner
Rooms and Meals will be held in the Salford Uni Complex. The students will eat in a different building than the one they sleep in, they are in the same complex but 5 minutes away.
Their group leader or our leader will pick them up from their rooms every morning and bring them to the canteen where they will have breakfast and collect their packed lunches.
They will take a free bus (BEE NETWORK FREE BUSES), that will take them from the residence to the classes in the other University in 25 minutes. (or 27 depending on the traffic)
Lessons per week: 20 (50 minutes per lesson)
Semi-Intensive Course 14
Manchester
Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skillsPractice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 14 (50 minutes per lesson)
Part-Time Course 4
Manchester
This course could take place in the morning, afternoon or evening and will be confirmed closer to the start date. - Practice and improve your grammar skills
- Practice your reading and listening skills
- Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
- Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
- Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 4 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course 26
Manchester
Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skillsPractice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 26 (50 minutes per lesson)
Semi-Intensive Course 16
Manchester
This course could take place in the morning, afternoon or evening and will be confirmed closer to the start date. Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 16 (50 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course 30
Manchester
Practice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skillsPractice and improve your grammar skills
Practice your reading and listening skills
Have plenty of chances to speak and share opinions with your classmates
Improve your confidence and accuracy when speaking
Have lots of chances to practice and developing your writing skills
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
General English 30
London
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness. During the General English 30 course you will improve at a quicker pace. A combination of General English and a selection of specially focused classes will allow you to gain greater fluency and accuracy more quickly.
What can you expect on this course?
- More Exposure to English
Extra exposure to English in the classroom will help you to think in English, cutting down on time spent translating from your own language into English.
- Core English Plus Your Choice of Special Focus
It’s your English course, so you get to decide what you want to study! You can choose from a number of options and focus on the areas of English that you want to improve. This will definitely help you make the most of your time on your English course.
- Maximum Teacher Contact Time
More time with your teachers will help you to become more confident with your English. All lessons are creative and energising, allowing you to feel more self-assured.
- Intensive Focus on All Skills
More time in class will allow you to focus on the key skill areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, which will further develop fluency and accuracy through grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
- Topic-Based lessons in Everyday Contexts
With web articles, music, video and other authentic resources, teachers use ‘real-life’ materials that not only help you to understand how English is used by native speakers, but also help you to study English independently, long after you have left EC. Every lesson is based on a topic. The English you need to know is taught within the context of the topic. You will then be able to apply your newfound skills correctly in other situations.
- A Focused and Relaxed Classroom Environment
Happy students learn better than unhappy ones! That’s not a secret, but it’s something that EC strongly believes. And so classrooms are places where hard work is carried out in informal and relaxed settings. Your ability and motivation will improve in a classroom with a great atmosphere.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Oxford
During high season students might have lessons in the mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both.
Students who wish to study on this programme for more than 23 weeks can join the Diploma of General English Course.Maximum flexibility. English with time to explore. General English is the most flexible course at Kings. With 3 hours of lessons each day you are free to explore your new city with new friends.
You can start your General English course online before you join your class at the school. The content and schedule will be the same.
This course is perfect if you want to:
- Quickly improve your overall English skills
- Have plenty of free time for fun and adventure
Core Skills:
- Develop fluency across the four core skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing
Other skills:
- Study skills, Note taking, Research skills, Time management, Dictionary work, Learner autonomy, Cultural and personal development, Understanding cultural difference and similarity, Working with others and Presenting an argument.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
General English 20
Manchester
This course helps students to build on their knowledge and command of English. It aims to improve the students in all areas of the English language: vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking.In addition to using course books, teachers engage their students via a variety of authentic, interesting and topical materials and activities. Teachers encourage maximum participation in conversational and practical writing activities to motivate and enthuse students. General English offers flexible content where group needs are fully addressed, be they for personal, work-related, domestic or other goals.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive
Bournemouth
In addition to General English, students are also able to choose 1 of the option classes:
• Speaking, pronunciation and listening
• Reading, writing and vocabulary
• Writing skills
• IELTS preparation
• Cambridge preparation: PET, FCE, CAE and CPE
• Media, music and film (summer only)
• Academic English(summer only)
• Business English(summer only)
• English for travel and tourism (summer only)General English classes focus on the four language skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. BEET uses the latest course books and materials. Emphasis is placed on encouraging your fluency and confidence in the language. Your teachers will employ the most efficient techniques to ensure you develop accurate grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation.
Some of your lessons may be in a computer room, where you are able to use the interactive software as well as BEET Online, the online learning platform.
You will be in a multinational class, placed with other students of the same level. The aim is to ensure you learn as much as possible.
Normally, you have between two and four teachers each day, depending on which course you have chosen. This gives you the chance to experience a variety of approaches to the language. This variation is further expanded through the use of audio-visual equipment and computers.
You will learn real English, as it is used in the world outside the classroom. The aim is to bring you as near to native competence as possible.
There are regular tests to monitor your progress in grammar, vocabulary and the four main skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing.
All BEET students are also invited to join the 5-evening-a-week social programme which is included in the registration fee.
Lessons per week: 24 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Standard
Oxford
These classes are for adults, 16 years old and above, who need to improve their English language skills for general use in everyday situations.
Group sizes are small (no more than 10 students) so joining a course is all about participation. The classes are lively and fun but also challenging. They focus on reading, writing, listening, grammar, and vocabulary, with a particular emphasis on speaking and pronunciation.
Students are given regular homework to continue their learning experience at home. Each class follows a guide, in line with the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CEFR), to help the students improve their language skills quickly and build their confidence in the use of English.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
Cornwall
This course includes 20 taught hours of English. In class sessions, they will look at language in detail. They will explore English in practice: in conversation, when written, and when spoken. With their team of expert teachers, you will make progress and become a better communicator in English.
Skool is committed to personalised teaching, and above all believes in personal attention. They limit their class sizes to 6 adults, enabling them to help you improve your English. At Skool, you won’t get lost in the crowd.
They encourage a practical approach to the English language, exploring grammatical issues and exceptions. They believe in the practice of speaking English and support you throughout your course. You will be encouraged all the way and you will be shown how to improve.
They have a passion and zest for their subject. The teaching team are experienced educators – they all hold Masters qualifications in English and have many years of teaching experience. They offer a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of the English language.
You’ll be learning in modern classrooms in a renovated Victorian mine building in the pretty village of St Agnes. The school is metres away from The South West Coast Path and from breathtaking views of the cliffs, the beach below, and the magnificent Atlantic Ocean.
Lessons per week: 20 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive 30
London
This is the perfect course for students who would like to complement their 20 core lessons with 10 specialised elective lessons. It will allow the exploration of an extensive range of elective options as well as the building of a solid foundation of language. It covers the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, using skills-based and situational learning combined with one-to-one tutorials and regular progress tests to respond to the student’s individual learning needs.
Available electives:
- Confident speaking.
- Exam skills.
- 21st-century business skills.
- Academic reading and writing.
- English for academic purposes.
- English for customer service.
- Debate, presentation and public speaking.
- Global leadership.
- English for journalism.
- English through literature.
- Pronunciation and fluency.
- Projects and communication.
- English in a local context.
- Essential English.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Standard
Manchester
Our General English courses aim to improve every aspect of your English so that you can communicate effectively with speakers from across the globe.
Our approach is to provide a stimulating and highly interactive environment in which you can develop your language skills. Lesson content concentrates on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, as well as grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. Every week, you will work on developing and improving all language skill areas, with a focus on active communication in real life situations.
Course fees include: Placement test | Berlitz welcome pack | End of course report and certificate of attendance (min 80%) |Free Wi-Fi, internet and e-mail access.
Lessons per week: 15 (45 minutes per lesson)
English Plus
Bournemouth
General English plus the opportunity to take additional modules in Conversational English or General English.The lessons cover the most important aspects of learning English, including grammar and pronunciation, which will help you improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. There are an additional 8 lessons compared to the General Main English course.
Learning Outcomes: by the end of the course students should be able to communicate in English more confidently in different situations outside the classroom.
Lessons per week: 28 (40 minutes per lesson)
General English Super Intensive 30
London
General English course is designed for people who want to learn English for work, study or pleasure. The classes focus on all aspects of the language, including grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students can add to these lessons in the elective classes. These classes build on the language from the main sessions, with a focus on communication and practical skills. All the lessons give students the opportunity to learn and use English in realistic situations, and the teachers give regular homework to help you practice.
The classes use a range of methodologies and activities to help students learn and use the language. The classes use a set course book, and these are supplemented with authentic materials, video and interactive technology. There are regular progress tests and tutorials, which helps the teachers identify students’ strengths and weaknesses, and allows the students to check their progress in English.
Students who successfully complete General English course...
- Are more confident in their use of English
- Can understand people speaking English in a range of situations
- Can use English in a range of situations
- Are able to use their knowledge and skills to continue improving their English.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Liverpool
The General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival.
- Relevant course materials.
- Regular progress tests & feedback.
- 24/7 student support.
- Extra-curricular activities.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Standard Course 15 (Afternoon)
London
This course provides 15 lessons per week in General English.The Standard Afternoon English classes offer 3 hours of structured class time per day. Resulting in 15 hours per week. However, the afternoon timetable is structured in a slightly different way compared to the morning classes.
The afternoon classes are a combination of standard English class and one Booster Class of your choice. Therefore, the Standard afternoon class includes one Booster Class of 1 hour. Followed by a 15 minute break, you will have 2 hours of standard English class. The design of this classes encourages slightly more focus on areas in which a student wants to improve. Consequently, the Standard Afternoon Classes begin at 14:00 and finish at 17:15.
This course is suitable for students over 16 years old who would like to have the mornings available. Consequently, afternoon classes might be beneficial to students that are unavailable in the mornings or have late shifts at work.
Your study and leisure time will be well balanced if you choose the Standard Afternoon classes. That is, in this course you will have the mornings available for things such as self-study or tourism. Additionally, directly after your classes, you can explore London in the evenings or participate in the social activities programme.
With Rose of York located on Oxford Street, you are well connected to all areas of London. Similarly, being in the centre of London, there are many places you can visit before and after classes. Studying in the afternoon also means that students can avoid morning rush hour and enjoy a more relaxed journey into their classes.
The standard afternoon classes are great for students who would like to balance study and leisure with a focus on a key area. This class is available all year round and students can start on any Monday.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 15
Canterbury
This is a hybrid course. The lessons are live and allow on-site students and online students to participate in the same class.This course provides a balance of grammar, reading, listening, speaking and writing to improve both accuracy and communication skills.
The classes focus on the accurate use of English. Students learn and practise new grammar, functions and vocabulary, and also develop their knowledge of English using set course books and authentic materials:
- Grammar in real-life contexts.
- Pronunciation practice.
- Written and spoken accuracy.
- Skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 21
Liverpool
The General English Plus Course will help you improve all your English language skills. Speaking, listening, reading and writing. Start when you want to and study for a few weeks or stay for the whole year.
This course is designed to equip you with the confidence you need to successfully communicate in an English speaking environment. Focusing on grammar in everyday contexts, whilst still covering the speaking. listening, reading and writing aspects, this course brings the English language to life.
The mornings will be General English and 6 lessons over 3 afternoons will be mainly conversation.
Lessons per week: 21 (55 minutes per lesson)
General Course
Brighton
Learn English in the company of like-minded people from around the world on this highly popular course! This lively and imaginative general English course offered by Loxdale English Centre in Brighton will help you to communicate confidently and fluently in everyday English.
During our lessons, we focus on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing and allow maximum time for you to learn and practise new vocabulary, grammar, colloquial English and idioms.
Syllabus English Through:
Loxdale’s unique teaching programme offers you the chance to personalise your learning experience depending on your academic needs and interests. As part of the course, you will focus in more detail on various aspects of English for four lessons per week. This is called “English Through” and you can choose from subjects such as speaking, pronunciation & fluency, grammar, film, art appreciation, business English, creative writing, music & lyrics etc. If you have a B2 level and above, you will have these classes alongside students with C1 and C2 levels. If you have a B1+ level of English and below, you will have these classes with your normal class.
Loxdale Lecture Series:
As part of our commitment to make study time as stimulating and enlightening as possible, our students enjoy a weekly lecture on a Friday morning which focuses on various aspects of British life. Popular past lectures have included Homelessness, Things to do in London, British History, HIV and the Terence Higgins Trust, Presentation Techniques, Brighton Music Scene, London Architecture, Street Art, Acupuncture and Nutrition.
Short Talk:
Each Monday afternoon you will be able to enjoy a 45 Minute Talk. These lively and interesting talks explore topics such as Stonehenge, London Museums, Brighton Music Venues, St Georges Day, Guy Fawkes, Cambridge, The South Downs and Christmas in Victorian England.
Britain Today:
Finally, through our “Britain Today” programme you will find out more about British society. You will have two lessons each week on different aspects of modern Britain, with subjects including the welfare, educational, political and legal systems. One of the advantages of studying at Loxdale English Centre is that your course is about more than just English. We want you to make the most of your time here and during your course at Loxdale, you will both experience and learn about, life in the UK and British Culture and be able to personalise your studies. All this at no extra cost! We have a passion for encouraging life-long learning and have designed our unique teaching syllabus over the past 40 years with feedback and input from our staff and students. We are sure you will enjoy it.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Standard General English
London
This is the most popular course in all CES schools. The Standard General English Course takes place every morning from Monday to Friday, leaving you free to join the Social Programme or study on the CES Online e-learning platform and in the Self- Access facilities every afternoon.
Your morning lessons are divided into two parts, usually taught by two different teachers (UK & Ireland). Lessons concentrate on building your knowledge of the language, focusing primarily on helping you increase your vocabulary and improving your grammar so that you attain the levels of accuracy you require. Lessons also work on improving your overall communicative proficiency and fluency, focusing on the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. In addition to this you will work on specific pronunciation difficulties and expand the range of language you use in real-life situations.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Main Course Intensive
Southampton
**Course description**
Intensive Course consists of 30 lessons (09:30-15:00; Monday to Friday). This is the same as 22 hours and 30 minutes. 20 of these lessons follow the same programme as the main course. The other 10 are taught in the afternoon in a Communications Skills module. These afternoon lessons build language and skills to help students communicate at lower language levels (A0-A2). At higher levels, (B1_C1), the focus is on communicating effectively in a variety of contexts.
**Who is this course suitable for?**
This course is suitable for students who want to consolidate and build on their General English. At lower levels, it helps students to speed up their improvement so they can become more fluent and be better at speaking, listening, reading and writing. At higher levels, it provides opportunities for those who want to speak fluently on many topics to practise this in a supportive and interesting environment.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive Course
Manchester
Coursebooks: GBP 70, one book for each class.Students will study in the General English 20 lessons course in the morning and will then return to classes in the afternoon to study on our ‘Language for Life programme’.
Language for Life classes are designed to be fun and interesting while helping you to become more confident with using English in real-life situations. In these sessions, you will learn new vocabulary and phrases, practise real-life situations, make presentations and visit local places of interest to practise the English you have learnt in the lesson. Your teacher will use a range of materials during the lesson and the main focus is on speaking, listening, pronunciation and using language in a real-life context.
Topics include speaking, listening, reading, grammar and writing.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
Elementary Standard Course 20
Brighton
This course is for students with basic knowledge of the language, who do not have fluency in English, and who have problems with basic grammar and little confidence in using English.
This course is for students who have a very low, basic knowledge of the English language. The courses focus on grammar, reading, as well as speaking and writing about everyday topics.
These courses are for students who don’t have fluency in English, problems with basic grammar and little or no confidence in using English.
By the end of the General English – Elementary course, you will be able to:
- Reading: Understand short texts in simple language and find specific information in timetables, menus and advertisements.
- Writing: Fill in forms with personal details; write short notes and messages, holiday postcards and simple personal letters. To exchange opinions with others and justify your point of view.
- Listening: Understand basic personal information and information about the local area, e.g. shopping, travel and employment. To understand main points of clear simple messages and announcements.
- Speaking: Ask and answer simple questions on familiar topics. To describe the place where you live, family members and people you know. To talk simply about education and jobs.
It takes about 12 weeks to complete this level.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 15
Intensive General English
Brighton
General Language English classes are an opportunity for a student to improve not only their speaking skills, but also to practice reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.This Intensive course is made of 25 lessons per week/18.7 hours per week that combine language learning with a special focus on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This is best for students who want a combination of morning and mid-day classes.
IELTS exam preparation can be a module for the afternoon for students with a level B2
Lessons per week: 25 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 30
London
Standard course plus 10 afternoon lessons per week where students choose between Conversational English Fluency, Business English and Examination Skills (Academic English), according to their level of English.The LSI Intensive 30 course concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country. Students on the LSI Intensive 30 course study the same lessons as described for General 20 (lessons 1-4). In addition during lessons 5–6, there are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests.
Lessons per week: 30 (50 minutes per lesson)
GE Super Intensive
London
A Bayswater General English course uses market-leading course materials to provide you with engaging, interactive lessons. Your teacher will make use of a variety of resources, including well-known coursebooks and online study platforms, to deliver a consistent and structured learning experience. This course will prepare you for using English in real-life situations outside of the classroom, and aims to improve your daily communication skills by introducing a range of interesting and relevant topics with each new unit.
General Language English classes are an opportunity for you to improve not only your speaking skills, but also to practise reading, writing, and listening. Each lesson consists of a mix of grammar, vocabulary, and communicative activities to keep the class lively and interesting.
This intensive course is made up of 30 lessons per week, where 22.5 hours per week combine language learning with a special focus on developing critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. This is best for students who want to study full-time i.e. Monday – Friday (Morning and afternoon classes).
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 30 - AM
London
Morning-only lessons are a good option for students who want to combine learning English with work commitments or to leave their afternoons free for sightseeing and leisure activities.
This course consists of 20 general English lessons and 10 special focus lessons per week. The student can choose from the following options: speaking with confidence, real-life listening, expand your vocabulary, and global awareness.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 20 - AM
London
Morning-only lessons are a good option for students who want to combine learning English with work commitments or to leave their afternoons free for sightseeing and leisure activities.
On the General English course, you attend a core of 20 lessons per week, which will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. Your confidence will improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive 30
Oxford
The courses is made up of 20 lessons of English for the 21st Century General English in the morning + 10 afternoon lessons per week where students can join the Elective lessons with subjects such as Business, Exam Preparation, Academic English, Confident Speaking etc.This is the perfect course for students who would like to complement their 20 core lessons with 10 specialised elective lessons. It will allow exploration of an extensive range of elective options as a well as building a solid foundation of language. It covers the key language learning areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening, using skills-based and situational learning combined with using one-to-one tutorials and regular progress tests to respond to the student’s individual learning needs.
Available electives:
- Confident speaking
- Exam skills
- 21st century business skills
- Academic reading and writing
- English for academic purposes
- English for customer service
- Debate, presentation and public speaking
- Global leadership
- English for journalism
- English through literature
- Pronunciation and fluency
- Projects and communication
- English in a local context
- Essential English
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
London
During high season students might have lessons in the mornings, afternoons, or a combination of both.
Students who wish to study on this programme for more than 23 weeks can join the Diploma of General English Course.Maximum flexibility. English with time to explore. General English is the most flexible course at Kings. With 3 hours of lessons each day you are free to explore your new city with new friends.
You can start your General English course online before you join your class at the school. The content and schedule will be the same.
This course is perfect if you want to:
- Quickly improve your overall English skills
- Have plenty of free time for fun and adventure
Core Skills:
- Develop fluency across the four core skills: Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing
Other skills:
- Study skills, Note taking, Research skills, Time management, Dictionary work, Learner autonomy, Cultural and personal development, Understanding cultural difference and similarity, Working with others and Presenting an argument.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 14
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 02 Jan 2024, 05 Feb 2024, 04 Mar 2024, 02 Apr 2024, 07 May 2024, 03 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 03 Sep 2024, 07 Oct 2024, 04 Nov 2024, 02 Dec 2024
General English 15
Cornwall
This course includes 15 taught hours of English. In class sessions, they will look at language in detail. They will explore English in practice: in conversation, when written, and when spoken. With their team of expert teachers, you will make progress and become a better communicator in English.
Skool is committed to personalised teaching, and above all believes in personal attention. They limit their class sizes to 6 adults, enabling them to help you improve your English. At Skool, you won’t get lost in the crowd.
They encourage a practical approach to the English language, exploring grammatical issues and exceptions. They believe in the practice of speaking English and support you throughout your course. You will be encouraged all the way and you will be shown how to improve.
They have a passion and zest for their subject. The teaching team are experienced educators – they all hold Masters qualifications in English and have many years of teaching experience. They offer a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of the English language.
You’ll be learning in modern classrooms in a renovated Victorian mine building in the pretty village of St Agnes. The school is metres away from The South West Coast Path and from breathtaking views of the cliffs, the beach below, and the magnificent Atlantic Ocean.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
General English 15
Preston
Lessons take place 5 days per week.What is included in the course fees:
- Classroom materials and course book
- Course book with online / CD Rom practice
- Free university entrance advice
- Free student support services
- Oxford placement test and interview
- Free social programme activities
- Welcome Pack and welcome meeting
- Certificate of attendance – you must achieve minimum 80% attendance.
Lessons per week: 15 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive 24
London
Intensive 24 consists of morning classes every day as well as 2 afternoon lessons per week.
Students can choose which 2 days they want afternoon lessons each week.It concentrates on all the areas that you need to achieve a much greater fluency in a short period of time. This course is suitable for students who wish to study intensively and get a well rounded insight into the language and country.
In 2 lessons each day you will cover the following areas: grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation. In a further 2 lessons you concentrate on: speaking, listening, reading, writing. 4 additional lessons per week are a range of electives to suit all levels, needs and interests
Lessons per week: 24 (50 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive
Manchester
Our Intensive English programmes are designed to give you the flexibility to tailor your course to suit your study goals and interests by incorporating supplementary modules known as ‘Pathways’.
Course fees include: Placement test | Berlitz welcome pack | End of course report and certificate of attendance (min 80%) |Free Wi-Fi, internet and e-mail access.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Brighton
General English courses run throughout the year. The course is designed to increase your English level through a syllabus which concentrates on listening, reading, speaking and writing. With the text book grammar and vocabulary is learned to consolidate your studies. Afternoon options cover further skills focussed training, Business English lessons or private tuition. Beginners are welcome June through August.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Max. students per class: 16
Starting dates: Every Monday
Beginner level starting dates: 03 Jun 2024, 10 Jun 2024, 17 Jun 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 01 Jul 2024, 08 Jul 2024, 15 Jul 2024, 22 Jul 2024, 29 Jul 2024, 05 Aug 2024, 12 Aug 2024, 19 Aug 2024, 26 Aug 2024
General English 25
Liverpool
The General English Course will help you improve all your English language skills. Speaking, listening, reading and writing. Start when you want to and study for a few weeks or stay for the whole year.
This course is designed to equip you with the confidence you need to successfully communicate in an English speaking environment. Focusing on grammar in everyday contexts, whilst still covering the speaking. listening, reading and writing aspects, this course brings the English language to life.
The mornings will cover General English, 3 afternoons will focus on conversation classes with other students at the same level. You will then receive either 1-hour one-to-one or a 3 target lessons
Lessons per week: 25 (55 minutes per lesson)
General English 25
Canterbury
**Objectives**
The core class is an integrated skills class. It covers reading, writing, speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary. In this class you'll improve your accuracy (how correct your English is) and fluency (how well you can communicate). Lessons have daily and weekly objectives so you know what you’ll learn and how you’ll learn it. The teachers provide you with regular assessments that allow you to keep track of your progress. Teachers use the Communicative Approach, so you'll learn English by using English, not by listening to grammar lectures and doing worksheets. They feel strongly that this is the most effective method to acquire English that students can use in the real world.
The Syllabus for each level is mapped to the CEFR levels A1-C2. The levels define what you can do and Stafford House believes that language is for communication. Each of the Core Class Course Books is also mapped to the CEFR providing a consistent basis for developing your language skills.
**Flexibility**
From Standard to Intensive and Super Intensive, the range of English language courses offers you a choice on how intensively you want to study - whether that’s 20 lessons a week on a Standard course or 30 lessons a week on the Super Intensive. Plus with the school's range of modules you get to personalise your course to fit your needs.
**How you learn**
The school believes that you will learn faster and more effectively if your lessons are engaging, fun and relevant, that’s why the teachers use a range of techniques and develop classes that are motivating and build your confidence. This will allow time to focus on any areas of weakness. Any weekly programme is influenced not only by the course book syllabus but also by the learning goals and interests of the students in any one group.
**Testing on arrival**
On your first day you will take a language assessment, to assess your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and how well you are able to understand and speak English. This helps teachers to understand the class you’ll be happiest and most successful in.
**Monthly Tutorial**
Every month you’ll have a one-to-one tutorial with a senior member of the academic team to make sure you are on track to achieve your goals and fulfil your potential. It’s a great opportunity to review your course choices and learning methods and to really make sure you achieve what you want to achieve.
**Quality Assurance
The Directors of Studies are based in all of the schools to ensure the programmes are of the highest possible quality, the average class sizes are small, and that the students leave having gained the maximum from their time with the school.
Lessons per week: 25 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English
Bristol
Clifton
This course helps students improve on their key skills (reading, writing, speaking and listening) and learn the grammar, vocabulary and cultural knowledge necessary for living in the UK and using English in an international context. The teachers focus on practical, effective and natural communication and you are guaranteed to to study at least one hundred new words and phrases each week.
You will use a general English course book, with a balance of skills, vocabulary and grammar. Every morning you also learn the Phrase of the Day to help you sound more natural in your language use and the Cultural Question to help you learn about the UK and other students’ cultures. Teachers include additional English focuses which are useful for the students in the class.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English - Intensive
Bournemouth
**Intensive course (24 lessons = 18 hours per week):**
This course follows the Standard course structure with an additional 4 lessons of communicative skills practice per week. These extra lessons are designed to give you the chance to develop your confidence in speaking and listening.
Lessons per week: 24 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English 20
Bristol
Taking a General Course with EC Bristol will equip you with the ability to use your English with confidence in a diverse variety of situations, thanks to the balanced approach on all four main areas of language study: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
You’ll be participating in 20 classes per week, totalling at 15 hours. This will let you see plenty of progress, and at the same time allow you to take in Bristol and everything it has to offer.
Since so many different nationalities participate in EC English classes, you will make friends with people from a variety of backgrounds.With a focus on fluency, the General English 20 course allows you to improve your English and gain a practical understanding of the language and how to use it. You will focus on the 4 skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, in order to improve your level and maximise your ability to use English.
Lessons per week: 20 (45 minutes per lesson)
Intensive English
Liverpool
The Intensive General English course aims to improve your ability to use English by developing your core language skills – speaking, listening, writing and reading. The school aims to help increase your overall general knowledge of English grammar and vocabulary, developing your skills for international communication.
The General English course is ideal for you if you are Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1) level and want to improve your English skills. From day-to-day life, to further studies or business, this course will help you to gain new skills and improve your confidence to speak English with people from around the world in any context.
What’s included?
- Placement test on arrival
- Relevant course materials
- Regular progress tests & feedback
- 24/7 student support
- Extra-curricular activities
Delve deeper into the English language and extend your studies with additional English skills classes, including dedicated content focusing on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Take either 5 additional hours per week to make your course intensive.
Skills classes are a great way to supplement your English tuition, allowing you to improve your language skills quicker and in a more focused environment.
Lessons per week: 21 (60 minutes per lesson)
Intensive General English
Leeds
Standard General English course Monday to Friday plus afternoon classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.On the Intensive English Course, you will follow the same programme as the Standard General English Course in the mornings. You will also have afternoon classes and the chance to improve your language skills even further, to progress faster.
Morning lessons are divided into two parts, usually taught by two different teachers (UK & Ireland). These lessons help to build your knowledge of the language, focusing primarily on helping you increase your vocabulary and improving your grammar so that you reach the levels of accuracy you need. Lessons also work on improving your overall communicative skills and fluency. Of course, you will also work on specific pronunciation difficulties and expand the range of language you use in real-life situations.
In the afternoons, you will practise and expand on the language you have learnt in the morning, with a strong focus on listening, reading, speaking and writing skills through discussions, role plays, video work and listening exercises. Depending on availability, there is also the possibility to study for an examination (IELTS, Cambridge FCE etc.) and practice key exam skills, or the Business English option will help you manage your language skills for work.
The Intensive English programme is perfect for students who are in a hurry to improve!
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
Main Course Intensive - Low Season
Cambridge
**Course description**
Intensive Course consists of 30 lessons (09:30-15:00; Monday to Friday). This is the same as 22 hours and 30 minutes. 20 of these lessons follow the same programme as the main course. The other 10 are taught in the afternoon in a Communications Skills module. These afternoon lessons build language and skills to help students communicate at lower language levels (A0-A2). At higher levels, (B1_C1), the focus is on communicating effectively in a variety of contexts.
**Who is this course suitable for?**
This course is suitable for students who want to consolidate and build on their General English. At lower levels, it helps students to speed up their improvement so they can become more fluent and be better at speaking, listening, reading and writing. At higher levels, it provides opportunities for those who want to speak fluently on many topics to practise this in a supportive and interesting environment.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive 30
Manchester
If you want to give more time for language learning, then the intensive programme will be the best option for you.
The General English Intensive provides participants with four General English lessons every morning aiming to improve their spoken, written and receptive skills, delivered in a highly engaging and fully interactive manner. Additionally, students on the 30-lesson programme are offered two important lessons in the afternoon: these will enhance and extend academic skills, such as academic writing, reading and listening, not to mention presentation and note-taking skills.
Lessons per week: 30 (45 minutes per lesson)
General English Intensive
Oxford
Classes take place on Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:15 and on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 13:15 to 16:30.
These classes are for adults, 16 years old and above, who need to improve their English language skills for general use in everyday situations.
Group sizes are small (no more than 10 students) so joining a course is all about participation. The classes are lively and fun but also challenging. They focus on reading, writing, listening, grammar, vocabulary, with a particular emphasis on speaking and pronunciation.
Students are given regular homework to continue their learning experience at home. Each class follows a guide, in line with the Common European Framework of References for Languages (CEFR), to help the students improve their language skills quickly and build their confidence in the use of English.
Lessons per week: 24 (60 minutes per lesson)
You can find additional courses in our section of English courses & camps for teenager and children in Leicester.
English course types in England UK
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General English courses
Generic English courses cover the four main elements of a language: writing, reading, speaking and listening. They are available for all levels.- Learn English & Live with Teacher - England UK (5491)
- English & Culture - England UK (1453)
- Standard English Course - England UK (1381)
- Senior (50 plus) - England UK (216)
- Combi: Group + Private - England UK (151)
- Afternoon - England UK (89)
- Super Intensive English (+35h) - England UK (87)
- Small Group (max 6 students) - England UK (80)
- Students aged 30+ - England UK (73)
- Language Year - England UK (68)
- Evening - England UK (38)
- English Conversation / Communication - England UK (36)
- Travelling Classroom - England UK (8)
- Weekend - England UK (8)
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Junior English courses
Junior English courses have a selection of programmes available for teens or pre-teens to spend their school holidays meeting new people and improving their English. -
English exam preparation courses
Exam preparation courses cover a number of different English exams, which are designed for completion of a specific English level or for particular admission purposes.- IELTS - England UK (444)
- Cambridge First - England UK (254)
- Cambridge Advanced - England UK (253)
- TOEFL - England UK (131)
- Cambridge Proficiency - England UK (129)
- Other exams - England UK (50)
- TOEIC - England UK (37)
- CELTA - England UK (8)
- Cambridge Preliminary - England UK (4)
- Cambridge Business - England UK (4)
- TEFL / TESOL - England UK (3)
- Trinity - England UK (1)
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Business English courses
Business English classes come as packages of group or private classes, and have been tailor-made for professionals to know the fashionable English used within this field.- Business English Private - England UK (681)
- Business English Group - England UK (86)
- Medical English - England UK (61)
- Legal English - England UK (49)
- Banking & Finance - England UK (43)
- English for Aviation - England UK (42)
- English for IT - England UK (7)
- English for Tourism & Hospitality - England UK (2)
- Military English - England UK (2)
- English for Engineers - England UK (1)
- English for Fashion - England UK (1)
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English plus activity courses
Make the most of your time when studying abroad by adding an extra curriculum experience, such as a sport or cultural activity, to learning English.- English & Horse Riding - England UK (155)
- English & Tennis - England UK (154)
- English & Golf - England UK (151)
- English & Fitness - England UK (141)
- English & Sports - England UK (36)
- English & Football - England UK (31)
- English & Rowing - England UK (20)
- English & Surf - England UK (13)
- English & Sailing - England UK (9)
- English & Arts - England UK (8)
- English & Basketball - England UK (6)
- English & Acting - England UK (5)
- English & Adventure - England UK (5)
- English & Climbing - England UK (4)
- English & Windsurfing - England UK (3)
- English & Digital Media - England UK (2)
- English & Dancing - England UK (2)
- English & Yoga - England UK (2)
- English & Rugby - England UK (2)
- English & Baseball - England UK (1)
- English & Field Hockey - England UK (1)
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Private English courses
Private English classes are designed as a pack of lessons available in various formations. Students can have their one-to-one lessons in the school or online. -
Specialty courses English
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Work & Study English programmes
Offered as a combination of English classes followed by the programme, the Work and Study option provides students with work placements or volunteering opportunities in certain fields.
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FAQ about General courses in England UK
- How much is the cheapest General course in England UK?34£ for 1 weeks is the lowest price for a General course in England UK. The average cost of a General course in England UK is 287£ per week..What is the best language school offering General courses in England UK?Europa School of English has received the best overall rating in England UK among all language schools offering General programmes.Which English school offers the best rated teaching for General courses in England UK?Europa School of English was rated highest for quality of teaching among
schools with General courses. What is the recommended course duration?You can take courses for just 1 week. For significant progress opt for longer durations. According to a survey of StudyTravel Magazine the average course duration for England UK is 4 weeks.Will my phone/laptop's power adaptor work in England UK?In England UK electricity is 230 Volt and 50 Hz. Plug type G.How does the group assignment process work?“All students are asked to fill out a level test either online before arrival or on their first day of school. The groups are arranged based on the test results so students in each group would be on the same or similar language level.”Gosia Mazur, Senior Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.net - Sep 02, 2022What course do you recommend for an 18 year old student?“18 year old students can join all of our adult courses, unless another specific age range is specified such as for our senior courses for 50+ students. ”Louise Granath, Area Manager from LanguageCourse.net - Jun 08, 2022General course destinations
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