About This Course

WHAT WILL I STUDY?
This course is aimed at students who want to improve their English language skills. We offer courses to students with limited, through to a more advanced, knowledge and use of the language. Courses are available to students who wish to improve their speaking and listening skills only (entry level one) or to students who wish to improve all four skill areas; speaking, listening, reading and writing (entry level one, two and three).  We cover topics such as citizenship, form filling, going to the doctor, looking for a job, culture, pronunciation, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

HOW IS THE COURSE TAUGHT?
The course is based in a classroom where IT and interactive resources are generally available. You will learn in a supportive environment with our skilled, approachable and experienced native English teachers. The teachers on these courses will use a variety of resources and activities to suit the individual students' needs.  These will include; role play, group discussions, interactive games, and watching, listening and reading genuine English materials such as news stories.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
Mid way through your course you will be registered with Edexcel who we use to set the exams and provide certification.
At the end of the course you will take an examination. Depending on the course that you are enrolled on this will consist of a speaking and listening test only, or three assessments that test all four skill areas. The tests will be carried out in the same place where you have your class.

WHAT QUALIFICATION WILL I ACHIEVE?
If you pass your tests you will achieve an ESOL qualification in either speaking and listening (at entry level one), or a full ESOL qualification in speaking and listening, reading and writing (at entry level one, two or three). These certificates can be used to form part of an application for Indefinite Leave to Remain or for Citizenship to the Home Office.

WHEN WILL I ATTEND ?
We offer ESOL courses at various times of the day depending on which one suits you. Our morning classes run from 9:30 - 11:30, our afternoon classes run from 1:00 - 3:00 and our evening classes run from 6:30 - 9:00. Classes involve either one or two sessions per week.

HOW MUCH WILL THE COURSE COST?

Full Fee - £65
This is an all inclusive cost including tuition, exams and course registration fees.

Discount Fee - £25
This is the fee you pay if you are entitled to a fee reduction (see fee information)

ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS?
There are no additional costs.  Your exam fee includes re-sits if needed.

WHAT NEXT?
When you have completed this course there are many options available to you dependent upon your future plans. You can go on to improve your English further by attending a literacy course, go onto to study childcare through an NVQ or enrol on an Access course which can help you progress to university.

WHO CAN I TALK TO FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR ADVICE?
If you would like any further information or to book an appointment for an assessment please call the college (01274 773310) and speak to someone in the ESOL department.
If you are interested in further training but feel you need help to find the right course for you please contact the college and ask to speak to a member of the Education Advice Service for Adults (EASA) team.