English Courses (16+)
We offer all levels of English, from A0 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.
Work Experience Programme (unpaid)
IELKS offers unpaid work experience programmes for international students.
Among the following 3 main work experience programmes:
- Study and Work Experience Programmes
- Internships
- Work Placements
There are various options available and great opportunities for the right candidates.
We have 3 formats you can choose from:
- In-person
- Remote/Online/Virtual
- A mix of both
Together we will find you the most suitable internship pathway programme which will lead to your chosen work experience format.
You will get real advantage or benefit from it, such as:
- Improve your general and work related language skills
- Expand your vocabulary and business terminology, raise accuracy and fluency in a real professional environment.
- Enhance your CV with professional and personal development.
- Gain experience and confidence, autonomy and independence in your chosen foreign language environment
- Meet new friends and socialise and experience new cultures and traditions.
- Increase your employability by enhancing your ICT (Information Communication Technology), presentation, preparatory and organisational skills
- You become ready for the professional world, after school.
- Gain practical and valuable experience in a relevant business sector
- Make valuable contacts within the profession chosen and develop your international network
- Gain a realistic understanding of working life and increase employability
Programme Overview
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Type of programme:
Work experience programme (Unpaid) -
Formats:
- In-person
- Remote / Online / Virtual
- A mix of both
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Age Group:
16+ Years -
Dates:
All year round -
Level of English:
All levels available, from Beginner (A1) to Proficiency (C2) -
Locations:
Worldwide or Online/Remote -
Durations:
Minimum duration 3 weeks -
No. of Students:
Individuals and /or groups -
Accommodation:
Host Family, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel -
Add ons:
Language courses, Exam Preparation, Sport Academies, Cultural and Social Programme, Excursions.
Accommodation & Supervision Highlights
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Accommodation:
Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel, etc. -
Location:
Located in one of the quietest 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:
Students attending “IELKS” should stay with host families. All our families are inspected and carefully selected by our accommodation officers who maintain regular contact with each host family during a student’s stay. Host families are conveniently located to the colleges and most have many years experience looking after students. Accommodation is arranged on a full board basis with packed lunch Monday to Saturday.
Students normally share a room with a student of a similar age but different nationality. Unless specifically requested and if feasible there is only one student of any particular nationality in each family. Students normally travel to classes each day by public transport like bus, DART (suburban train) or LUAS (tram) or TUBE. Private transfers can also be arranged at an additional cost. Living with a host family gives a perspective into Irish or British family life. The interaction with a host family plays a prominent role in developing language skills.
Residence and apartments offer an alternative to the “host family” option for students who wish to immerse themselves and independently in the complete campus and/or local 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 “IELKS” 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 “IELKS” 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 “IELKS” will last a lifetime.
During the evening, students will also have a programme of activities.
All the students have 24-hour emergency assistance.
Work Experience Programme
- Assessment programme
- Standard course resources and materials
- Standard support, guidance and supervision
- All levels available, from Beginner (A0) to Proficiency (C2)
- Certificate of Attendance and Completion
- All our experienced teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)
- All our experienced coaching and mentoring staff are well-respected and admired professionals.
Language or Educational Courses (if applicable)
- Language Courses
- Educational Courses (i.e. Internship pathway programme, etc.)
Extracurricular Activities
- Orientation experience
Accommodation (if applicable)
- 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
- All that is not included in “the price includes”
Extras
- One-to-one Conversation classes
- Cultural Programme: Excursions and Cultural Experiences
- Social Programme: Social Leisure and Sport Activities
- Advice on Exams: IELTS, Trinity (ISE), TIE, Cambridge, TEFL, etc.
- Intensive Student liaison: Support, Guidance and Supervision
- One-to-one CV Preparation
- Banking application facility
- Administration
Add ons
- On request, Elective or Vocational Language Courses
- On request, Exam Preparation
- On request, Sport Academies
- On request, Outdoor Education
- On request, Excursions
- On request, Social programme
- On request, Cultural programme
- 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
Application Processes
In-person format
Step 1.
Application to IELKS
Step 2.
IELKS Application Review
Step 3.
IELKS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
IELKS selection and placement procedure (IPA)
Step 7.
Step 8.
Departure
Online/Remote/Virtual format
Step 1.
Application to IELKS
Step 2.
IELKS Application Review
Step 3.
IELKS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
IELKS starts coaching and mentoring
Step 7.
Programme Starts
Combined Programmes
Step 1.
Application to IELKS
Step 2.
IELKS Application Review
Step 3.
IELKS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
IELKS starts coaching and mentoring
Step 7.
Step 8.
Departure