English Courses in Ireland, in Dublin

Combined CourseThe Combined Course is designed to provide a thorough knowledge of general English combined with a focus on particular areas of interest or priority for the individual student.Students participating in our Combined Course follow a morning Intensive Course with an additional five hours of individual tuition. The individual afternoon lesson allows participants to concentrate on specific areas of language development and work on a one-to-one basis with the teacher in order to achieve their academic goals.

Our Methodology and Language Development course is intended for non-native English teachers who wish to refresh their own language skills and examine different teaching methods and approaches. This course provides opportunities for teachers to discuss and share ideas with colleagues from Europe and beyond.

Our Methodology and Language Development course is intended for non-native English teachers who wish to refresh their own language skills and examine different teaching methods and approaches. This course provides opportunities for teachers to discuss and share ideas with colleagues from Europe and beyond.

This English course allows Non-EU students to progress through at least two levels over an 8-month period and gain a professional, internationally-recognized English qualification. This English Academic Year can serve as a good foundation in the main linguistic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, with a strong focus on communication. This course has 15 per week and runs in the mornings!!!

The C1 Advanced Exam Preparation Course focuses on improving written and spoken English along with the provision of key examination techniques from our qualified teachers. This programme is comprised of 20 hours (20 x 60 minutes) tuition per week.2021 Courses Beginning - Monday 20th September for 12 weeksPlease note:The minimum age to study in ATC Dublin is 17 years of ageA minimum of 6 students per class is required to run the courseA minimum C1 level of English is required for entry to these coursesCourse price excludes textbook and exam fee 

Our intensive English programme is our general English course plus three hours of private classes. The intensive English programme is a great way to get the individual attention you need to deal with ingrained errors. Private classes are also a great way to learn and practice the specialised vocabulary and/or skills you need for your job.

The Methodology and Language Development course in Dublin combines the latest in best practice in general pedagogy with the utilisation of practical online tools for education. It will give participants both a refresher in the areas of lesson planning, classroom management, and content knowledge, as well as introducing some innovations in practice which can be integrated the current context. This course is designed for teachers who are looking to upskill in a number of areas. Teachers who are looking for a revision of best practice, or who are looking for some new ideas in traditional settings will gain from this course, as will teachers who are looking at learning more about the use of technology both in and outside the classroom.

This programme allows Non-EU students to progress through at least two levels over an 8-month period and gain a professional, internationally-recognised English qualification. Students on this programme can work 20 hours per week during the 6-month study period, and 40 hours per week during the 2 month holiday.
Award
All students who successfully complete the programme receive the ISI Certificate in English. Non-EU students must complete an official examination at the end
of the programme such as Trinity ISE, FCE, CAE and IELTS.
Entry requirements
Students should be at least 18 years old on the course start date.
Students on Academic Year Academic Year 15 (AY15) programmes are integrated with the General English classes. This creates an international mix of students, each doing courses of different durations. With a full 25-week programme, Academic Year students can expect to progress through at
least two levels during their course before completing their final exit examination. Our morning classes offer a greater international mix of students, while the
discounted afternoon classes tend to have fewer nationalities.
Levels
A0 – C2
Schedule
13.30 - 16.40 (afternoon class)

Course start dates
Any Monday of the year, excluding Christmas vacation
Hours per week
15
Duration
8 months (min. 25 weeks study + 1 week exam)
Key points
• Suitable for any student who wishes to improve their English in a less intensive way
• General ‘all-round’ approach
• Revision of major grammar and vocabulary at each level
• In-house examinations
• Students can work 20 hours per week

26 classes of general English in a mixed nationality group of not more than 12 students along with 6 classes of private one to one lessons.  Private lessons can be tailored for each client.

Description​General English programmes are suitable for everyone and provide a good foundation in the main linguistic skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. With a strong focus on communication skills, these courses also provide a solid foundation in the key skills required in the Trinity College London ISE Examinations as well as Cambridge examinations.The method used is task-based, which means that by the end of each level students are expected to be able to complete a certain amount of tasks through English. There is a central course book and workbook and teachers supplement these using authentic materials such as newspapers, magazines, menus, manuals, brochures and a range of other books.All courses incorporate the use of Digital Interactive Whiteboards, the Internet and audio-visual technology. AwardISI Certificate in English. Students have the option of sitting the relevant Trinity College London ISE examination, which takes place in the school, or oneof the Cambridge Examinations at an external exam centre.Entry requirementsStudents must be at least 18 years old on the start date. Those aged 16 –17 may be accepted subject to parental or guardian consent.General English 25 (GE25) LevelsA1 – C2ScheduleGE15 schedule +8.00 – 9.00 and 12.25 – 13.25Course start datesAny Monday of the year, excluding Christmas vacationHours per week25Duration1 – 24 weeksKey points• Very intensive programme• Includes GE15 and two special topics with different teachers:- Examination skills- Grammar in context- Reading and Listening- Conversation Skills- Advanced writing skills• Erasmus + and Bildungsurlaub approved