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.
English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
Our English for Specific Purpose courses (ESP) are designed to make learners more proficient and confident in everyday English situations and activities in a specific academic or professional field.
The flexibility of the courses
Our ESP courses typically focus on a particular occupation or profession or a particular field of study, such us Business English, Law, Military, Medicine, Technical English, Scientific English, English for medical professionals, English for waiters, English for tourism, English for Marketing and Social Media, English for web development and design, Environmental English, etc.
- We can provide experienced teachers for any additional specific areas of interest, which students might choose to study.
- The syllabus can be adapted to meet and focus on the learners’ training needs.
- Private lessons usually take place in the afternoon and are offered on an hourly basis.
We can arrange short or long-term English programmes for groups, mini-groups or individuals wishing to learn the English language with reference to the particular area of expertise, vocabulary and skills they need in an elected and specific academic or professional field.
Course Overview
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Type of course:
English for Specific Purposes (ESP) -
Age Group:
16+ 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
Who should enrol in English for Specific Purpose programmes?
Generally, students who have a specific area of academic or professional interest should consider these programs instead of a general English language course. Many programs require that applicants’ English be at a high-intermediate or advanced level.
A wide range of classes and levels ensures that every student will be placed with students of the same ability, therefore you can definitely enjoy improving all aspects of your English in a chosen specific professional or academic field.
The course will definitely help you to improve your ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, enabling you to engage more confidently in English-speaking specific chosen professional or academic field and environment.
English for Specific Purpose Courses (ESP) Proposals and Highlights
Technical English
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in the Tech industry.
Scientific English
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in a Scientific environment.
English for medical professionals
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in a Medical environment.
Aviation English (ICAO)
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- Certificate at end of Course
Environmental English
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in the Environmental stage.
English for tourism
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in the Tourism industry.
Corporate/Business English
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in a corporate/business environment
English for waiters
- 15 to 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- Average 8 students per class (Max 12)
- This course is aimed at students working in or studying to work in the catering industry.
and more..
- Military English
- English for the Oil and Gas Industry
- English for the Maritime Industry
- Contact us for more information
What's your specific purpose?
English for Specific Purposes (ESP)
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English classes per week:
15 to 25 hours (schedule varies depending on level and courses chosen); Monday to Friday -
Level of English:
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Entry Level: B1+
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Assessments:
Assessment test before the start of the course, weekly progress and End-of-Course Assessments -
Class size:
Maximum of 12 students per class (average 8) -
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, Exam Preparation, Experiential Learning, Sport Academies, etc.
Read more about:
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.
Read more about:
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
Read more about:
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 ( English for Specific Purposes - ESP) | |||||||
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***
English for Specific Purposes (ESP) with 20hrs English language tuitions per week | |||||||
All Year-Round | Accommodation | 1 WEEK | 2 WEEKS | 3 WEEKS | 4 WEEKS | MORE WEEKS | |
English for Specific Purposes ( ESP) Course | Host Family | *** | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | |
English for Specific Purposes ( ESP) Course | Residential | *** | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | |
English for Specific Purposes ( ESP) 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). |
English for Specific Purposes
- Assessment programme
- 15hrs or 25hrs English Language tuition per week
- All Course Materials
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Certificate of Attendance and Completion
- All our experienced 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 quiet and safe 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
- All that is not included in “the price includes”
English for Specific Purposes extras
- On request, one to one hourly private tuition
- On request, intensive English
- On request, exam preparation which includes additional lessons
- On request, individual or group tuition based on needs analysis and with a syllabus tailor-made for the client.
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
Extras
Add ons:
Enrolment Process
Step 1.
Application
to IELS
Step 2.
IELS reviews application
Step 3.
IELS sends offers via email and meeting
Step 4.
Time
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
Step 7.
Pre-departure
orientation meeting
Step 8.
Departure