4 Best English Language Schools in Durham 2023 Course Ranking

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Durham Language School Ranking based on student ratings - 4 schools

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English course types in Durham

General English courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the English language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration.
- Learn English & Live with Teacher - Durham (78)
- English & Culture - Durham (24)
- Standard English Course - Durham (8)
- Senior (50 plus) - Durham (5)
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 & Golf - Durham (4)
- English & Horse Riding - Durham (4)
- English & Tennis - Durham (4)
- English & Fitness - Durham (4)
Business English courses
Business people can enhance their English language used within this field by selecting a group or private class, which focuses solely on using English in the business context.
- Business English Private - Durham (8)
English exam preparation courses
English exam preparation courses are for students who need a certification of their English level for University entry, employment or immigration.
- IELTS - Durham (3)
- TOEFL - Durham (2)
- Cambridge First - Durham (1)
- Cambridge Advanced - Durham (1)
- Cambridge Proficiency - Durham (1)
Private English courses
One-to-one classes in English are available in bundles which can be added to general English courses or as a stand alone course.
- Private lesson (One-to-One) - Durham (7)
Junior English courses
For students under 18 years of age who want to study English, there are a selection of day courses, week packages with accommodation choices and whole family programmes.
- Children & Teenager English Camps - Durham (6)
Specialty courses English
Lessons that do not follow the normal structure of a English language course in a classroom are found in the Specialty course category.
- Teacher Training - Durham (4)
- School Trips / Groups - Durham (1)
Work & Study English programmes
Work & Study programmes are designed to improve the student's English level and provide real life work experience in English to enhance their CV and stand out from competition.
- University - Durham (1)

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Information about Durham

Why Durham? Located just three hours by train from London, and less than two from Edinburgh, Durham is home to England's most beautiful Romanesque cathedral, a huge castle, and surrounding them both is a cobweb of hilly, picturesque cobbled streets. Here you can find and explore botanical gardens, mazes and museums exhibiting artefacts from Asia, Egypt and the Middle East. The University here is the third top third level education institution in England (after Oxford and Cambridge) and is full of upper-crust students attending England's third university of choice.

Key Facts about Durham

Population: 258,000

Elevation: 123 m. above sea level

Time zone: +5h. (GMT -5)

Region: North Carolina, Durham County

Currency: USD

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

Visa requirements data last updated on 01 Dec. 2022 (Source)

For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of England UK in your country. List of embassies and consulates of England UK on the official website - Government Digital Service.

Cost of Living:

Big Mac price (England UK average): 4.44 US$

(14% cheaper than in USA)

Mains electricity:

Residential voltage: 230 V
Frequency: 50 Hz

FAQ about courses in Durham

How much is the cheapest English course in Durham?
171£ for 1 weeks is the lowest price for an English course in Durham. The average cost of a language course in Durham is 0£ per week.
What type of business English courses are offered in Durham?
In Durham the following courses are offered specifically for business English: Business English Private.
Do schools in Durham offer courses to prepare for English exams? Which exams?
Schools in Durham offer specific preparation courses for the following exams: TOEFL, Cambridge First, Cambridge Advanced, Cambridge Proficiency, IELTS.
Do schools in Durham offer adult English courses combined with courses in sports or other activities?
In Durham there are course packages where you can learn the following activities: English & Golf, English & Horse Riding, English & Tennis, English & Fitness.
Do you really post all reviews from former students?
“We are an independent partner of the schools and so all reviews are always posted uncensored. We also post all negative reviews given by students, as these are very important, so that students know what to expect. ”
Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant Dutch from LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 29, 2023

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