English For Life
• increase your vocabulary
• speak English with confidence
English Language Classes
This is a general course, but not a traditional English language class – it allows you to activate your language skills, to use them in everyday situations and to grow in confidence.
On our English For Life course you will learn how to speak, listen, read, and write in English. Build your grammar and vocabulary and develop your English speaking skills in small groups. Our experienced teachers will guide you through the course, giving you the attention and support you need. These standards of teaching and our personal approach mean we can guarantee your progress, giving you the skills you need to use English every day.
An ideal course for students looking to develop their everyday English language skills
This course is tailored to help international students develop their English reading, writing, listening and speaking. Levels range from basic to advanced, so whatever your current level, we have the right course for you. Become one of the thousands of students who finishes this course every year fluent and confident using English every day.
Course information
| Age: 17+ Level: from elementary to advanced Length: two weeks to 12 months+ Class size: maximum 12 students Lessons: 21 per week (note: one lesson = 55 minutes) |
Course structure
Classes in the mornings focus on developing greater accuracy and greater fluency in the use of English. Lessons incorporate the four skills — reading, writing, listening and speaking — as well as the building-blocks of the language — grammar and vocabulary.
Classes in the afternoons are based on student choice. A wide range of options is available each week and popular examples include:
- Speaking, Listening and Pronunciation
- Grammar, Vocabulary and Collocation
- English “out and about” in Oxford
- English for Business and Work
- Popular Music and Film
Sample TimetableEnglish for Life |
09.00-11.00 | Focus on Accuracy |
| Break | ||
| 11.15-12.15 | Focus on Fluency | |
| Lunch | ||
| 14.00-16.00 | Subject choices |
Become more fluent and confident in English for everyday use
The benefits of this course include:
- increased overall confidence in the use of English
- a wider range of vocabulary
- greater accuracy in grammar
- better pronunciation and greater fluency in speaking
Contact the Department
| Louis Jobin |
|---|
| Client Relations Coordinator |
| Tel: +44 1865 517184 |
| louis.jobin@stclares.ac.uk |
| Manuela Williams |
| Admissions Registrar |
| +44 1865 517706 |
| manuela.williams@stclares.ac.uk |
| Bardwell Road Campus |
| 18 Bardwell Road
Oxford OX2 6SP |
| Office hours: Monday – Friday 0900-1700 GMT |
Looking back at Autumn 2017
Highlights of the Adult Summer Courses at the International College, including study visits, excursions and social activities.
Student profiles: Flight attendants from Saudi Arabia
An interview with a group of flight attendants, studying Combination English. Here’s their view of the course, their accommodation and the British accent.
Welcome dinner at The Queen’s College
We welcomed our new students in style, and introduced them to Oxford with a dinner at the University of Oxford’s Queen’s College. View the photos.
Course dates
Students can choose to learn English at all levels at St Clare’s. We offer short and long courses with regular start dates throughout the year, including the summer. Many students extend their studies or progress on to other courses, such as English plus Academic Subjects, or the University Foundation Course.
From September to May, English Language course students live and socialise alongside native English speakers from American universities. Plan your studies and choose a date and a course to suit you.
Courses start on Sundays
| 2018 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 7 January | 4 February | 4 March |
| 8 April | 6 May | 27 May |
| 17 June | 24 June | 8 July |
| 22 July | 29 July | 5 August |
| 19 August | ||
Tuition fees
| 21 lessons per week | 2-5 weeks |
6-11 weeks |
12-17 weeks |
18-23 weeks |
24-35 weeks |
36+ weeks |
| £407 | £397 | £387 | £377 | £367 | £357 | |
| One-to-One lessons | ||||||
| 10 private lessons per week | £570 | |||||
| 15 private lessons per week | £855 | |||||
| 25 private lessons per week | £1425 | |||||
Minimum stay is two weeks
One lesson = 55 minutes
Accommodation options
| Self catering — per week | |
|---|---|
| Twin Standard | £229 |
| Twin Superior | £278 |
| Single Standard | £295 |
| Single Superior | £362 |
| Homestay — per week (includes breakfast and dinner every day) |
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| Single Standard – with shared bathroom | £229 |
| Single Superior – with private bathroom | £302 |
| Add Meals | |
| Lunch — Monday to Friday | £44 per week |
Become more fluent and confident using English every day
This is a great way to enjoy learning English and live in beautiful Oxford.