English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
Levels Available
We run a number of different Levels from Beginner to Upper Intermediate. Your level will be assessed at an initial test and interview and the most suitable class selected for you. We also offer part-time classes above Upper Intermediate Level.
Examinations
You will take either the IELTS exam or the Cambridge Main Suite exams in June 2009 (June 2010) depending on your level of English.
The table below shows how the levels of the Cambridge examinations scheme correspond to the IELTS grading system. Please note that the equivalences shown are approximates only.
Language Level |
Cambridge Main Suite System |
IELTS System |
Elementary |
Key English Test |
3.0 |
Pre-Intermediate |
Preliminary English Test |
3.5-4.5 |
Intermediate |
First Certificate in English |
5.0-6.0 |
Upper-Intermediate |
Certificate in Advanced English |
6.5-7.0 |
Advanced |
Certificate of Proficiency in English |
7.5 and above |
Timetable
Full-time courses run for 16 hours, 20 hours or 25 hours a week, Monday to Friday and classes may take place in the mornings, afternoons and/or evenings.
Students can start classes on any Monday and students can study for as many weeks as required.*
* subject to student numbers
Recommended Start Dates
14th September 2009, 02nd November 2009, 04th January 2010, 22nd February 2010, 19th April 2010
Please note you must arrive at the College 1 week before your class begins in order to complete enrolment.
FULL ACADEMIC YEAR |
NUMBER OF WEEKS |
FEES for 16h per week |
FEES for 20h per week |
FEES for 25h per week |
14 Sep 2009 – 25 June 2010 |
34 weeks |
£2900 |
£3535 |
£4250 |
AUTUMN TERM 1 |
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14 Sep – 11 Dec 2009 |
12 weeks |
£1025 |
£1250 |
£1500 |
14 Sep – 23 Oct 2009 |
6 weeks |
£512 |
£625 |
£750 |
02 Nov – 11 Dec 2009 |
6 weeks |
£512 |
£625 |
£750 |
SPRING TERM 2 |
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04 Jan – 02 April 2010 |
12 weeks |
£1025 |
£1250 |
£1716 |
04 Jan – 12 Feb 2010 |
6 weeks |
£512 |
£625 |
£750 |
22 Feb – 02 April 2010 |
6 weeks |
£512 |
£625 |
£750 |
SUMMER TERM 3 |
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19 Apr – 25 June 2010 |
10 weeks |
£855 |
£1040 |
£1250 |
** The fees indicated cover tuition, basic teaching materials, examinations (where indicated) and some extra curricular activities. They do not cover accommodation, meals, transport or trips. You will also be required to buy at least one course book, costing approximately £20.
Holidays: YOU MUST ONLY TAKE HOLIDAY DURING THESE TIMES. Taking holiday at any other time will mean you will be in breach of the requirements of your Student Visa.
Term 1 half term: 26 – 30 October 2009, Christmas holiday 14 December 2009 till 1 January 2010
Term 2 half term: 15 – 19 February 2010
Term 3 holidays: 5 – 16 April 2010, Bank holidays 3 May 2010 and 31 May 2010
English as a Foreign Language
Methodology
The course will develop the four skills of language learning: reading, listening, speaking and writing. In developing reading skills, you are given practice in reading for gist (quick reading for essential information) and also in reading for more detailed comprehension. Practice in these skills also applies to listening. In speaking, you will be encouraged to reproduce language that you have learnt and to increase your fluency by working in pairs and groups. Other times you will be working individually or together with the whole class. For writing, you will be given instruction and practice in how to compose formal and informal texts, transactional letters, narrative and descriptive texts. You will also learn to use the necessary linking devices to construct coherent writing.
Homework
Homework will generally be set after each day’s work. There will be written homework at least once a week. Other homework will typically involve grammar, vocabulary or reading exercises and will be corrected in class.
Evaluation
Students are given formal and informal feedback on their progress on a regular basis. Written work will be marked to give guidance on progress. You will also have the opportunity to give your opinion about the course through informal discussion with course tutors and written questionnaires.
Materials
Classes will use a mixture of materials prepared by the lecturers as well as textbooks. You will be required to buy the textbook and a workbook. You will also need to supply your own stationary.
Absence and Attendance
The College expects you to attend 100% of your classes. Only this way can we guarantee your progress and success in examinations. If you are unable to attend, please inform your tutor in advance. Non-attendance will affect your student visa extension application.
