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The Professional Business English Mini-Group Course is comprised of small groups, allowing our students to benefit from the highest level of Business English teaching and maximum individual attention. This course gives you the skills to communicate effectively through using English in a working environment and to improve your overall confidence when conducting business in English. The course also provides a great opportunity to network with fellow Business English students. Each week the Business English course is designed around the group’s needs and requests and will focus on specific problem areas. The trainer will focus on language errors with controlled practice and exercises.
Maximum class size 4 studentsStart date Any MondayCourse length Minimum 1 week, maximum 4 weeksLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
The course is aimed at people with an intermediate level of English or above and includes the following modules:PresentationsNegotiationsMeetingsTelephone conversationsSocialisingReport writingEmail
By the end of this course, clients should be able to:Communicate confidently and fluently in EnglishDeliver clear and effective presentationsParticipate in meetings and negotiations on equal terms and be able to influence, persuade, compromise and be assertiveCommunicate with a high level of grammatical accuracy and vocabularyExtract all relevant information from written textWrite reports, letters and emailsDeal with telephone calls and video conferences effectivelyDeal with intercultural and social situationsDiscuss current affairs and business topics
Possibility to have specialised Business English with modules in a closed group. Details on request.

We have a strong reputation for preparing students to sit academic English exams. You will benefit from the expertise of our experienced teachers who have an excellent track record of preparing students to succeed in a range of exams including IELTS, TOEIC, B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE). We recommend this programme for all students who want to achieve the best results in their English exam.  Each course will consist of General English group training in the morning from 09:00 to 12:15, followed by a specific Exam Preparation course in the afternoon from 13:15 to 14:45.
Maximum class size 10 studentsStart date Any MondayCourse length Flexible/minimum 1 weekAfternoon options available: IELTS, FCE, CAE, CPE Exam PreparationLevels From A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
In addition to the General English course in the morning, this course will also cover:The format and procedures of the examinationGrammar and vocabulary developmentAcademic vocabulary and styleCritical thinking and reflective learningContinuous practise through the use of past papers and other materialsExamination error correction
This English course will ensure that students are adequately prepared by focusing on each part of the examination including:Listening, speaking, reading and writingMultiple choice and text with gapsUse of EnglishWord formation and sentence completion

Private tuition is ideal if you require or prefer individual attention throughout your stay. You will learn in an effective, dynamic, professional and interactive way. This English course is the most flexible and you are in total control of the lessons' structure, topics, and pace.
Maximum class size one-to-oneStart date Any MondayTimetable FlexibleCourse length Flexible/minimum 1 weekLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)

Private tuition is available all year round with one of our experienced teachers. You will benefit from individual attention and lessons tailored to your needs and requirements. One-to-one tuition is available in blocks of 15, 22.5, and 30 hours per week. This option is ideal if you want to see fast progress in a short period. It is the most effective and intensive way to learn English or to brush up on existing skills. These lessons are 100% flexible: the structure of the course is personally tailored to suit your expectations.You will notice your confidence and skills improving quickly and dramatically due to the intense nature of this fully focused bespoke programme designed only for you. You will improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary while staying focused on your individual needs.

This intensive total-immersion course is designed for those people who need to make fast progress in a short time. Each Business English course is tailor-made and designed to cater for specific needs and objectives, but will include the following modules:

Speaking and listening skills, including fluency development for social interaction and professional purposesGrammar and vocabulary developmentPronunciation and rhythm, including intonation and stressReading and writing skills including sentence structureBusiness correspondence – email and letter writingReport writing

Private tuition is ideal if you require or prefer individual attention throughout your stay. You will learn in an effective, dynamic, professional and interactive way. This English course is the most flexible and you are in total control of the lessons' structure, topics, and pace.
Maximum class size one-to-oneStart date Any MondayTimetable FlexibleCourse length Flexible/minimum 1 weekLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)

Private tuition is available all year round with one of our experienced teachers. You will benefit from individual attention and lessons tailored to your needs and requirements. One-to-one tuition is available in blocks of 15, 22.5, and 30 hours per week. This option is ideal if you want to see fast progress in a short period. It is the most effective and intensive way to learn English or to brush up on existing skills. These lessons are 100% flexible: the structure of the course is personally tailored to suit your expectations.You will notice your confidence and skills improving quickly and dramatically due to the intense nature of this fully focused bespoke programme designed only for you. You will improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary while staying focused on your individual needs.

The combination option offers Business English students the opportunity to study in a group and on a one-to-one basis. Students will benefit from peer to peer learning by attending our General English group course or Business English Mini-Group course each morning from 9:00 to 12:15. Business English students can then further their language skills in one-to-one lessons in the afternoon, whilst benefiting from the individual attention of the Business English trainer.
15 hours group + 15 hours private lessonsHours per week 30 hoursMaximum class size 4 studentsStart date Any MondayCourse length Minimum 1 week, maximum 2 weeksLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)

The combination option offers Business English students the opportunity to study in a group and on a one-to-one basis. Students will benefit from peer to peer learning by attending our General English group course or Business English Mini-Group course each morning from 9:00 to 12:15. Business English students can then further their language skills in one-to-one lessons in the afternoon, whilst benefiting from the individual attention of the Business English trainer.
15 hours group + 7.5 hours private lessonsHours per week 22.5 hoursMaximum class size 4 studentsStart date Any MondayCourse length Minimum 1 week, maximum 2 weeksLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)

Today’s students are born into a digital world. Take advantage of the new technology used by your students to make your classes more innovative and stimulating! This course has been designed for newcomers to technology in the classroom.The course consists of two main components plus an extensive Scottish culture programme:The morning methodology sessions will focus on the use of technology in the classroom. You will look at the use of applications, smart devices and web resources in order to create innovative activities and acquire new language and knowledge. Every day you will explore digital resources in practical workshops, helping you to enhance your ICT Skills. During the programme, you will examine the pros and cons of using ICT in language education; discover tools to create innovative content; learn how to collaborate and brainstorm both inside and outside the classroom; experiment with augmented reality quizzes; create and edit interactive video clips and other digital content; familiarise yourself with the use of smartphones, tablets, streaming digital players and computers in the classroom. The English language component focuses on speaking and listening skills during the afternoon sessions. You will expand your vocabulary, develop your grammar and improve your fluency through discussions on a variety of topics with your classmates from the EU and beyond.The social programme includes a number of activities and visits to give you an introduction to the culture of Scotland. Activities include a wakling tour of Edinburgh with a guide, a ceilidh (traditional Scottish dancing), whisky tasting, and excursions to historical landmarks and places of cultural interest, such as museums and art galleries. Please note that the selection of activities varies depending on the time of year.Are you ready to bring fun to the classroom?
What to expect?Find out about new tools to create innovative content. Learn how to collaborate and brainstorm both inside and outside the classroom Discover augmented reality quizzes and experiencesLearn how to create and edit mini-interactive video clipsCreate digital teaching material Present your ideas Get familiar with the use of iPad, tablets, Apple TVs, computers and mobiles in the classroom Exchange ideas with colleagues from around the EU and beyond.Define ICT usage in education with its pros and consIntroduction to games with learning purposes
What kind of tools you will learn to use? Interactive quiz software, cloud-based productivity software, online visual organisers for mind-mapping and timelines, video editing software, web-based collaboration tools, spaced repetition vocabulary practice apps, online pronunciation resources, online forms, tablets, interactive TV, digital pencils, and more fun stuff!
Who is the programme for?The training course is addressed to all teachers teaching children from 10 years old, adult teachers, school directors, school inspectors and school staff in general who wish to acquire the skills for using ICT and online tools for educational purposes.This course is particularly recommended for teachers taking their “first digital steps” in the classroom.  This programme is eligible for (but is not exclusive to) teachers with Erasmus+ funding. Participants should have at least an intermediate B1 level of English. The course can be combined with other Erasmus+ Programmes (Enhanced English Skills or Technology in the Classroom)

All participants will receive a certificate of attendance in the end of the programme. 

Combining private English lessons with group sessions gives students the best of both worlds. Students can enjoy one-to-one learning and group participation in the same course. Combination Option English students can work with others in a relaxed atmosphere in the morning and receive intensive one-to-one English training in the afternoon whilst continuously benefiting from high-quality inlingua learning methods.
Maximum class size 10 students (group sessions)Start date Any MondayCourse length Flexible/minimum 1 weekLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)

The Half Day General English course enables you to brush up your English knowledge whilst having the afternoon free for other activities, perhaps to explore Edinburgh’s history, architecture, culture or shops. You learn in small groups and benefit from 15 hours per week.
The course aims to give you confidence in communicating in an English speaking environment. The course is taught in weekly modules focusing on speaking and listening covering essential grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and common English phrases. General English is designed for students who wish to improve their ability to communicate in English while experiencing the vibrancy and excitement of Edinburgh.
Maximum class size 10 studentsStart date Any MondayCourse length Flexible/minimum 1 weekLevels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)