Current Short Courses and Objectives

British Culture Project
Learn about British culture from British people

Class times 09 00 – 12 30 or 13 30 – 17 00 (30-minute break in between)

The British Culture Project is the perfect way to work on fluency and build confidence in English. The flexible nature of the course allows students to work to their own level, explore topics that interest them, and expand their knowledge of English.

The British Culture Project is suitable for students of all ages and all levels of English. Lessons are structured to be communicative and encourage students to grow in confidence as they speak.

During lessons, students go onto the streets to interact with local people and investigate the British way of life. Teachers use games, a range of different media, pair work and group work in lessons to ensure that the learning experience is enjoyable and engaging.

Throughout the course, students work towards a final presentation to demonstrate what they have learnt during their time with us. These presentations are creative and dynamic, allowing students to express language and new information in a style that suits them. A presentation might involve drama, using media and computer skills, or a formal style of presenting with notes and diagrams.

If you have any specific needs for your group please contact [email protected]

Course Objectives

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  Establish effective communication skills
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  Develop confidence in presenting information
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  Practise and develop vocabulary and pronunciation
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  Access a range of topics through cultural and social interaction

Introduction to Exams
We offer ‘Introduction to Exams’ classes for the following exams

Class times 09 00 – 12 30 or 13 30 – 17 00 (30-minute break in between)

Introduction to Exams courses are designed for groups who would like an introduction to what is involved in taking an exam or for groups who would like to build confidence and fluency before entering an exam.

By taking an internationally recognised English exam you have: instant proof of your level, evidence of your ability to study, advantage over others looking to study or work in an English speaking environment and more confidence in communicating in English

We plan classes to fit the exact needs of our students. In particular, the focus is on exam techniques, exam format and mock speaking papers. There is also a focus on general English skills that are transferable to the exam. We run workshops to support independent study. Our aim is to help students improve their writing, reading, listening and vocabulary building skills. An optional exit test is available.

If you have any specific needs for your group please contact [email protected]

We offer classes providing an introduction to exams for the following Cambridge exams:

• A2 – Key English Test (KET)
• B1 – Preliminary English Test (PET)
• B2 – First Certificate in English (FCE)
• C1 – Certificate of Advanced English (CAE)
• C2 – Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

Plus:

• IELTS
• GESE

Course Objectives

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  Build understanding of exam task types and techniques
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  Offer assessment through example exam tasks and teacher feedback
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  Provide exam practice in relevant areas
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  Develop confidence and understanding when dealing with exam situations
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  Promote both independent and collaborative learning

English for Specific Purposes
Focussing on specialised English

Class times 09 00 – 12 30 or 13 30 – 17 00 (30-minute break in between)

We offer courses to expand on specific subjects that students may be studying at their own school, for example the Environment, Tourism, Politics, Statistics, etc. These courses are adapted to meet the required needs of students and their own school syllabus.

As with all of our courses, lessons are communicative and focus on speaking and fluency. We also aim to help students improve their writing, reading, listening and vocabulary building skills.

If you have any specific needs for your group please contact [email protected]

Course Objectives

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  Practise and develop language and vocabulary relevant to the chosen subject
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  Develop effective and appropriate communication skills
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  Provide contexts for cross-curricular links
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  Promote both independent and collaborative learning

Course Prices and Programmes

Prices are for 2025

• Course includes full board homestay accommodation, lessons, activity programme and one full day excursion per week
• Prices may vary depending on activities chosen, length of stay and group size.
• Cost of bus passes, if required, are extra.
• Transfers not included. Contact the office for current prices. Additional charge for unsocial arrival / departure times (23 30 – 06 00) £15 each way.
• Please note that the English Experience offers packages as per the sample programmes. Tuition is part of the package.

Sample Programmes and Activities

Here are examples of our 5 night, 6 night, 7 night, 9 night and 13 night programmes. For more information about activities available visit our Activities page.