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ENGLISH
TALKS
INTERNATIONAL BROCHURE
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to Ireland 3 Why choose English Talks? 4 Methodology 5 Student Welfare 6 Your progress chart 7 English Levels 8 General English 9 Exam Preparation Classes 10 Business English 11 International Foundation Programme 12 Summer Camps 13 Accommodation 14 Medical Insurance & Learner Protection 15 Job Opportunities 16 Do I need a visa? 17 Booking a Course 18
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WELCOME TO IRELAND
Ireland is renowned for its beautiful, unspoiled countryside and scenery.
It’s dynamic, lively and modern with a young population and a successful,
technologically-orientated economy. Ireland is truly unique – picturesque, pristine,
steeped in culture and tradition where music, the art of conversation and the joy
of making friends are still alive. A variety of attractions combined with a friendly
and welcoming atmosphere, is a guarantee that your stay on the Emerald Isle will
be unforgettable. You can expect the highest standards of education, modern
facilities and an abundance of amazing places from stunning landscapes to
bustling towns and cities with talented buskers.
WHY CHOOSE ENGLISH TALKS?
ALL LEVELS IELTS,CAMBRIDGE, QUALITY UNIVERSITY
from beginner to TIE & PEARSON TEACHING PROGRESSION
advanced; flexible exam prep classes delivered by Irish routes with partners
modes of study teachers universities
COMPETITIVE FREE COURSE STUDENTS FROM QUICK AND EASY
PRICES MATERIAL WORLDWIDE ACCESS
attractive books and an extra multicultural from the international
offers special student pack classes airport
CITY CENTRE E-PLATFORM STUDENT SUPPORT ASSISTANCE
LOCATION 24/7 Access to available in English, with accommodation,
in close proximity to our modern Digital Spanish, Portuguese gym membership,
pubs, shops, the bus Learning Platform Arabic, Chinese, opening a bank
station and tourist Malaysian & Turkish account
attractions
CERTIFICATION VARIETY OF APPROVED AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCE
RECOGNISED COURSES AND PROTECTED OF LIVING IN CORK
all over the world PROGRAMMES by ILEP & ACELS; world’s 3rd friendliest
part-time or full-time, Study & Protect city
from 2 week to a full
academic year
WHAT DEFINES US?
METHODOLOGY
02
LIVE ONLINE CLASSES
01 03
FACE-TO-FACE RECORDED LECTURES
CLASSES; 24/7 ACCESS
SMALL GROUPS
QUALITY TEACHING AND METHODOLOGY
FRIENDLY, RESPECTFUL ATMOSPHERE
CLEAR ADMINISTRATION AND RECORD
Methodology KEEPING
how you
will learn COMMITMENT TO IMPROVING STUDENT’S
LEVEL OF ENGLISH & SUBJECT KNOWLEDGE
TAILOR-MADE TEACHING ALL ASPECTS OF STUDENT LIFE MADE
ONE-TO-ONE SESSIONS RESOURCES (BOOKS AND MEMORABLE AND ENJOYABLE
WORKBOOKS)
04 04 06
FULL SET OF
COURSE
MATERIALS
05
STUDENT SERVICES & WELFARE
WELFARE TEAM
Our students are at the centre of our operations. We strive to
provide them the best possible education and environment to
support them along to way to pursue their educational goals.
Our focus: providing them with excellent opportunities for
growth through engagement in the learning process from the
very start. This student-centred approach in delivery of our
programmes is the foundation to prepare students for successful
future careers and active participation in the global society.
Our STUDENT SERVICES & WELFARE TEAM is always at hand
to assist with students’ needs in the following areas:
• VISA APPLICATION
• MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
• BANK ACCOUNT
• ACCOMMODATION
• CV/ JOB PREPARATION
• PPS NUMBER
• STUDENT UNION
• PASTORAL CARE
YOUR PROGRESS CHART
KEEP
GOING
6
WELL You are
DONE
5
improving day
You are ready by day.
REGULAR for the next
level. Your
4
ASSESSMENT
English language
Your progress skills are better
CLASSES
3
and and better.
Your teacher achievements
and the admin will be
staff will look monitored and
ARRIVAL
after you assessed
DAY
2
during your regularly.
Welcome to studies.
our school!
PLACEMENT Good luck –
TEST your journey
We will ask you to to success has
just begun.
do an online
placement test to
assess your
English level. After
the placement test
we will place you
into a class at the
appropriate level.
ENGLISH LEVELS & RESOURCES
Common European Framework (CEFR) C2
C1 • Understand with ease
B2 • Understand a wide virtually everything
range of demanding, heard or read.
B1 • Understand the main
longer texts, and
recognise implicit
• Summarize information
from different spoken
ideas of complex text meaning. and written sources,
A2
on both concrete and • Express yourself reconstructing
• Understand the main
abstract topics. fluently and arguments and accounts
points of everyday
• Interact with a degree spontaneously. in a coherent
A1 • Understand
sentences related to
conversations.
• Write simple texts on
familiar or personal
of fluency and
spontaneity.
• Use language flexibly,
effectively and with ease
presentation.
• Express yourself
daily life. • Produce clear, for social, academic and spontaneously, very
• Understand simple topics.
• Be able to perform detailed texts on a professional purposes. fluently and precisely,
conversations. • Describe experiences,
simple and routine wide range of subjects. • Produce clear, differentiating finer
• Introduce yourself and events, dreams and
tasks in English. • Explain and justify well-structured, detailed layers of meaning even
others. ambitions and briefly
• Talk abbout yourself your viewpoint on a texts on complex in the most complex
• Interact in a simple give explanations.
and your background. range of current issues. subjects. situations.
way.
LEVELS BUSINESS ENGLISH
INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
Common European Framework A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2
Cambridge ESOL KET PET FCE CAE CPE
Cambridge BULATS 0-9 20 - 39 40 - 59 60 - 74 75 - 89 90 - 100
IELTS™ 1 2-3 4-5 5.5 - 6.5 7-8 8+
TOEFL (IBT)®
GENERAL ENGLISH
We offer 1-25 week courses (including full Academic Year) of 15-30 hours
per week in:
• Beginner English (A1-A2 level)
• Intermediate English (B1-B2 level)
• Advanced English (C1-C2 level)
• IELTS and FCE exam preparation (B1+ level)
COURSE SUMMARY
Course length 1-25 weeks
Lessons per week 15-30 hrs
Monday to Friday
Lesson times Morning: 9h30 - 13h
Afternoon: 13h30 - 17h
Class size Max. 15
Age 18 years+
Start dates Every Monday
A day trip to one of the main tourist attractions in Cork city or a trip to
Cobh, Blarney, Ring of Kerry or Dublin, is also included as part of the
social & cultural programme.
You can check your level before you
start a course with us using our online
language assessment test.
The test result will help us place you in
the right class.
EXAM PREPARATION CLASSES
We offer 4-25 week Exam Preparation Classes of 15-20 hours per week in:
International English Language Cambridge Exams (FCE & CAE)
Testing System (IELTS)
IELTS Academic Cambridge English First – FCE
Cambridge English Advanced - CAE
Available all year round
Morning & Afternoon (15+ hrs p/w) Available all year round
Morning (15+ hrs p/w)
4-25 week Exam Preparation Classes
4-25 week Exam Preparation Classes
Exam Preparation Centre
Exam Preparation Centre
PTE Academic: Pearson
TIE (Test of Interactive English) English Language Test
Coming Soon
General English Exams
A1, A2, B1, B2, C1
Available all year round
Morning & Afternoon (15+ hrs p/w)
4-25 week Exam Preparation Classes
*The course duration and intensity depends on the
Registered Exam Centre student’s needs (current level and desired level).
A minimum of 4 weeks’ full-time classes is
recommended for most exams. However, shorter
or longer courses can be discussed with our
Director of Studies.
Please call our office on +353 21 241 1131.BUSINESS ENGLISH
We also offer Business English courses which will equip you with
the English Language skills that you need to work in a business
environment.
COURSE SUMMARY
Course length 1 - 25 weeks
Lessons per week 15-20 hrs
Monday to Friday
Lesson times Morning: 9h30 - 12h45
Afternoon: 13h30 - 16h45
• By combining selected course materials with dynamic face-to-face
tutorials and workshops, based on real business scenarios, students
develop the language skills they need to communicate confidently in an
English speaking environment.
• All day trips (on Saturday) are also included as part of this course.
• As an English-only course, English Talks Business English is aimed at
competent Level B1 / B1+ students.
• We offer a 4-week intensive Business English Course (18 hrs p/w) which
includes a combination of tutorials, conversation classes, workshops and
social / cultural outings.
• There will be 3 progress tests throughout the course and you will receive
an English Talks Business English Certificate of Achievement on completion
of the course.INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
PROGRAMME
(PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMME)
Secure your future with a guaranteed
place at university!
The International Foundation Programme is a one year pre-university qualification.
It covers a significant degree of English as well as subject-specific modules.
Guaranteed entry onto courses in:
• Engineering
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Business
• Finance
• Computing and Game Design
Course Start Date: September & January (Full Academic Year)
Entry Requirements:
• A High School certificate.
• Minimum IELTS score of 4.5 and no less than 4.0 in any section (or
equivalent).SUMMER CAMPS The Ultimate Summer Experience! 1. Airport Pickup + Accommodation + Food + Course + Multi-Activities and much more! We incorporate a diverse range of indoor and outdoor activities into the language programme: morning sessions focus on developing English language skills while the afternoon is full of fun-packed activities. Suitable for both adults and teenagers, at 6 different levels - from beginner to advanced. During the summer months (June, July and August) we provide morning and afternoon classes (Monday-Friday). General English classes (15 hrs p/w) are combined with various afternoon activities, such as sports and team games (soccer, bowling). We can also offer hiking, horse riding, visits to museums, castles and historical monuments. 2. Airport Pickup + Accommodation + Food + Course + Multi-Activities + University Tours If you’re thinking of university progression in Ireland, you should choose this unique summer course. Not only will you learn English but you will also be able to visit your future university and talk to the staff.
ACCOMMODATION
We offer various accommodation options in & around the city centre.
Prices range from €160 p/w. We’ll find you a room with a host family,
in a student residence or the English Talks residences, where you will
share your experience with new Irish and international friends.
HOST FAMILIES STUDENT RESIDENCES ENGLISH TALKS RESIDENCES
FACILITIES FACILITIES FACILITIES
Experience Irish family life City centre accommodation A home from home.
while practising your English in Wi-fi designed for third-level Wi-fi Wi-fi
A quiet living place for
a homely and comfortable Meal options students. This is the best way Self-Catering more independent Self-Catering
setting. to meet lots of new people students.
Bills included Bills included Bills included
from different countries.
distance to Security Security Security
distance to Distance to
school: 3+km school: 1-2 km school: 1-2km Laundry
Laundry LaundryMEDICAL INSURANCE &
LEARNER PROTECTION
All non-EEA students are required to have a private medical
insurance, arranged either personally or through a group scheme
before registering for an Irish Residence Permit (IRP). English Talks
offers an approved insurance policy with limited liabilities. Your policy
will be issued only upon receipt of full tuition fee and registration
with the school.
Students from non-EEA countries are not covered for any free
medical attention off-campus and must therefore have their own
private insurance.
Enrolled Learner Protection offers protection to students in two
ways. Firstly, by covering their fees and secondly, through extensive
auditing and quality control of participating schools.
MEDICAL INSURANCE LEARNER PROTECTION
€50 – 1 Month TBA
€75 – 3 Month TBA
€120 – 8 Month TBA
€150 – 12 Month TBAJOB OPPORTUNITIES Have a quick look at the list of some companies with their headquarters in Ireland. Many international students apply for a part-time job, short training or internships while studying in Ireland. Such an experience will not only improve your skill set but it might also kick-start or boost your career.
DO I NEED A VISA? • If you are from a country which is part of the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA) & Switzerland, you do not need a visa to travel to Ireland. • If you are from a country which is not part of the EU, EEA & Switzerland, then you will need to check if you need a visa before travelling to Ireland. • If you need a visa, you must apply for your visa before travelling to Ireland. You must register with immigration after you arrive in Ireland in order to be issued with your student visa. • If you do not need a visa to travel to Ireland, you should still register with immigration and/or your embassy upon arrival. • When you complete the online application form, a staff member will contact you to help you complete the registration process. You will receive all the letters and supporting documentation required for a visa from the school. We will also guide you through the process of submitting & preparing your paperwork.
BOOKING A COURSE
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3
• Log on to our website • We will email you an • Book your flight and
and fill out online invoice once your email us the details.
application form. payment is validated.
• Our representative will
• We will send you final pick you up at the
confirmation and any airport or bus station.
necessary instructions.
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Prior to your arrival you can discuss any queries with one of our officers:
ANNA JESSICA LIZ HASEM SZE SAW JULIET CORA
Latin America Gulf China, Taiwan and Africa Europe
Asia Brazil/ Portugal Malaysia
+353 086 359 6805 +353 087 412 8982 +353 089 960 3891 +353 087 412 8982 +353 089 956 3597 +353 087 412 8982 +353 89 479 6801
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TALKS
+353 21 241 1131 / +353 21 239 4790
info@englishtalks.ie @englishtalksireland
www.englishtalks.ie
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