Intensive English

The Intensive English Course is for more serious learners at levels from Intermediate to Advanced.

English Language lessons: 25 per week
Level: from Intermediate to Advanced
Class size: 12 maximum
Duration: 3 or 6 weeks
  • Morning lessons: 5 mornings per week Intensive English + independent learner training and study skills
  • Afternoon lessons: 4 afternoons per week English for Academic Purpose (EAP) + Examination skills for IELTS and Cambridge Examinations (FCE, CAE and CPE)
Please note: 1 lesson = 55 minutes

It’s the right course for you if you aim to:

  • develop your English Language skills in the shortest time
  • improve your performance and test results when you return to high school or college
  • prepare for an internationally-recognised examination such as IELTS or Cambridge FCE and CAE

Intensive English Courses:

  • begin on 30 June and 21 July and last for three weeks
  • are monitored closely by the Director of Studies and a team of experienced teachers
  • focus on the following aspects of language learning:
  • Accuracy skills and fluency skills – grammar, listening, speaking, reading and writing activities, conversation practice, role-plays, debates, discussions and presentations

    English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and Examination skills – note-taking, research, IELTS and Cambridge Examination preparation

  • have high expectations and encourage you to work hard in class and outside
  • include regular homework assignments and weekly tests as an integral part of the programme
  • encourage independent learning through learner training and study skills
  • include a Certificate of Attendance and an Academic Report at the end of your course
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Sample Daily Programme
09.00 – 10.30 Accuracy Skills

Break

11.30 – 12.00 Fluency Skills
12.00 – 13.00 Learner training and study skills

Lunch

14.00 – 16.00 EAP and exam preparation