English Courses (Adult)
We offer all levels of English, from A1 to C2, from Beginners To Proficiency, in a wide range of adult and junior English courses, including English language & activity summer camps, business English and examination preparation courses.
Foundation Course
This foundation course provides students with a perfect pathway programme so they can improve their language skills to the standard needed for year 1 of a Bachelor programme, allowing them to build the skills they require to study in an English-speaking college.
The course aims to increase student’s self-confidence, abilities and skills, while they are on their path to third level education.
You will learn essential study skills such as essay writing, critical thinking and group work as well as prepare for and take the necessary proficiency exams required for admission including IELTS, TOEFL and ACT.
The course will definitely help you to acquire the knowledge and skills required to make a successful transition to higher education and positively embark and participate in a degree programme.
Course Overview
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Type of course:
University Foundation Course that meet the standards imposed by IELTS. -
Age Group:
17+ Years -
Dates:
All Year-Round -
Locations:
English-speaking Countries -
Durations:
4 or more weeks -
Accommodation:
Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel -
Extracurricular activities:
Excursions, Leisure and Sport Activities
Foundation Course Highlights
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English classes per week:
15 to 25 hours (schedule varies depending on level and courses chosen); Monday to Friday -
Conversation classes per week:
2 hours; Monday to Friday -
Level of English:
Entry Level: Minimum B1 or 4.5 to 5 IELTS -
Assessments:
Assessment test before the start of the course, weekly progress and End-of-Course Assessments -
Class size:
Maximum of 15 students per class (average 10) -
Course Materials:
Standard Workbook included -
Teachers:
All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) -
Diploma:
Certificate of Attendance and Completion -
Add ons or Options:
Intensive English, One to one classes, IELTS Exam Preparation, Experiential Learning, Sport Academies, etc.
Add on:
Contact us for more details
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All of the staff at IELS are committed to offering students the best education during their stay. We inspire students to work diligently to improve in all aspects of the English language.
Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with the sensitivity and receptiveness for each student’s individual needs, talents and potential.
All teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.
Classes are on from 9:30 until 13:00 with a 30-minute break at 11:00. After class, there is a 60-minute lunch break. After lunch, depending on the programme, there will be sports, activities or a cultural trip. Students must be ready at the designated time.
The first day in the college is somewhat different to the rest. Students are advised to arrive at 9:00 to allow for unforeseen delays as they may not be familiar with the bus timetable or the route. At 9:30 there will be a short introduction by the camp manager and principal. After there will be an assessment test, which is used to determine the level of English so students can be placed in the appropriate class.
After the test students meet in the main hall again. Here a staff member will go through the college rules and some other important information. The students are then taken on a tour of the college. At the end of the tour, students will be divided into their appropriate classes and attend the second-morning class until lunch time. After lunch students on the general course go on a familiarisation trip, while students on the specialised sports courses have training.
Please note that all students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme MUST bring their training equipment with them on the first day.
Students on the familiarisation tour will arrive back to the college by approximately 17:00. For further excursions to the city centre, students staying with the host families, do not return to the college but travel directly home to the host family.
Students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme will finish training at approximately 17:00 – 17:30.
Students will receive the English course materials and workbooks as part of the programme. After completion of the English course, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to each student. It certifies the progress that has been made and the level of English reached.
Extracurricular Activities Highlights
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Half-day Excursions
Students travel to local visitor attractions such as galleries, museums, sports stadiums or other popular sites. -
Full-day excursions:
Students travel to places of interest -
Evening activities:
Karaoke, Barbecue, Sport and Games competitions, Movie Night, Quiz Night, Party Night and Disco, etc.
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In addition to classes, students go on half-day cultural trip. These are normally to local visitor attractions such as galleries, museums, sports stadiums or other popular sites.
Full-day excursions, usually on Saturdays, are also part of the programme. Students travel to places of interest, normally outside the city. There are no organised activities on Sundays as many groups, host families or friends like to organise their own day.
Evening activities are held several times every week. These can include discos, Party nights, karaoke, quiz night, sports & games competitions, movie nights, barbecues and much more. Evening activities normally take place between 20:00 and 22:00 but this can vary depending on the activity and age group of the students.
The activities programme provides students with an opportunity to absorb some of the world’s rich heritage in a fun and relaxed way while also allowing students the opportunity to improve their English. This informal and social aspect of the programme is key to improving language skills. It also allows students from different nationalities to get to know each other outside the classroom. Some of the friendships made at “IELS” will last a lifetime.
Accommodation & Supervision Highlights
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Accommodation:
Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel, etc. -
Location:
Located in quiet and safe residential areas of the city. -
Internet:
WIFI with access to computer and Internet facilities -
Room type:
Single or twin rooms, students share their accommodation with other students of different nationality (if feasible) -
Assistance:
24/7 emergency phone
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Residences and apartments offer an alternative to the “host family” option for students who wish to immerse themselves and independently in the complete school experience.
This type of accommodation offers students a degree of independence and freedom to explore.
All the accommodation used by the Language School students is of extremely high quality. Each bedroom is either situated very close to our modern wash and toilet facilities or, alternatively, has its own en-suite shower room. Each student will have their own wardrobe, drawers, desk and chair.
We have self-catering and catering solutions in place. The catering facilities provide both hot and cold meals and a wide range of snacks.
All of the staff at “IELS” are committed to offering our students the best education during their stay. We inspire our students to work diligently so they can effectively improve their English proficiency.
Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with sensitivity and receptiveness to each student’s individual needs, talents and potential. All “IELS” teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.
The activities programme provides students with an opportunity to absorb some of the world’s rich heritage in a fun and relaxed way while also allowing students the opportunity to improve their English. This informal and social aspect of the programme is key to improving language skills. It also allows students from different nationalities to get to know each other outside the classroom. Some of the friendships made at “IELS” will last a lifetime.
During the evening, students will also have a programme of activities.
All the students have 24-hour emergency assistance.
Weekly Timetable
SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE ( University Pre-Foundation or Foundation Course) | |||||||
TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY |
9:30-11:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | Full day Excursion | Activity day |
11:00-11:30 | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | ||
11:30-13:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | ||
13:00-14:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||
14:30-16:30 | CLASS or Training/Activity | CLASS or Training/Activity | CLASS or Training/Activity | CLASS or Training/Activity | CLASS or Excursion/Sport | ||
18:00-19:00 | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | ||
EVENING | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | ||
The Educational Programme is recognised by the Irish and British Departments of Education. The courses are structured on 5 levels (CEFR) divided into 20 lessons per week. Schools, English courses, teachers, teaching method and learning experience are reviewed, inspected, checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organizational standards imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK. | |||||||
* Please note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. |
Fees
University Pre-Foundation or Foundation Course with 20hrs English language tuitions per week | |||||||
All Year-Round | Accommodation | 3 WEEK | 4 WEEKS | 5 WEEKS | 6 WEEKS | MORE WEEKS | |
University Pre-Foundation or Foundation Course | Host Family | *** | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | |
University Pre-Foundation or Foundation Course | Residential | *** | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | |
University Pre-Foundation or Foundation Course | Apartments | *** | TBQ* | TBQ* * | TBQ* | TBQ* | |
* TBQ: To be quoted. ** Please contact us for more information ***1 week course: course participants make their own accommodation arrangements (we can help with this, too). |
University Foundation Course
- Assessment Test
- 20 hours English classes per week
- 2 hours conversation class per week
- Maximum of 15 students per class
- All Course Materials
- Entry level: B1
- Two teachers working alternately with each class
- Certificate of Attendance and Completion
- All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)
Extracurricular Activities
- Orientation tour
Accommodation and Supervision
- Host Family Accommodation with selected families on half or full board basis
- Residential Accommodation
- Located in one of the quietest residential areas of the city
- Access to computer and Internet facilities
- Room type: Single or twin rooms (students share with a student of different nationality, when possible).
- 24/7 emergency phone
Not Include:
- Flights or other transport to and from school
- Airport transfers to Homestay / Residence or College and vice versa
- Subscription to public transport service
- Travel and Medical and Health insurance
- Examination Fees
- All that is not included in “the price includes”
Intensive English and Exams Preparation
- On request, Intensive English, Business English or English for specific purposes
- On request, Exam preparation which includes additional lessons
Special Courses
- On request, Sport Academy
- On request, Experiential Learning
- On request, Work Experience
- On request, more
Accommodation and Meals
- Extra days with host family: : TBQ Eu per day
- Half or Full Board from Monday to Friday at the College canteen: TBQ Eu per week
Transport
- Individual Student Arrival and Departure airport transfers: TBQ Eu per person each way (reductions available for groups)
- Bus & Dart pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Luas pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Tube pass: 2 weeks TBQ* Eu, 3 weeks TBQ* Eu, 4 weeks TBQ* Eu