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General English

Course aims:

With a General English course you will:

  • Improve your English skills for work, studies or general use.
  • Improve your fluency.
  • Improve all areas of English: listening, speaking, reading, writing; you will also learn new grammar and vocabulary.

Course description:

The syllabus for your lessons is based on your coursebook, but your teacher will also use lots of other materials, including suggestions from students so the content of the class is useful and interesting. You will be expected to participate as much as possible. You will work individually, in pairs and groups as well as the whole class. Your teacher will correct your spoken and written errors so that you will become more accurate and you will progress quickly. Each week, you will be given homework and at the end of the week you will have the opportunity to revise what you have learnt.

Key facts:

Levels Beginner to Proficiency (A1 to C2) - See level information
Start date Any Monday
Course duration 1 week to 51 weeks
Lessons 20 per week, 45 minutes each
Group size 15 students maximum
Timetable 8:45 to 12:00, 12:10 to 3:30 or 3:35 to 6:45 (last time slot unavailable for Tier 4 students)

How we measure your progress:

There is a progress test every month, followed by a face-to-face meeting with your teacher, to give you feedback and advice for future studies. Your progress is recorded in your Progress Diary and on your digital student file. Visit our progress page for more information.

Intensify your course:

  • Add 1 module (25 lessons per week)
  • Add 2 modules (30 lessons per week) - Elementary level and above
  • Add another main course (40 lessons per week) - Pre-intermediate level and above

How to book:

  • Fill in the booking form.
  • Receive our free quote by email.
  • Make payment in full.
  • Receive your enrolment confirmation.
  • Apply for a visa (if applicable) and travel to London!