English Courses in United Kingdom, in London

English for Academic Purposes courses provide language instruction for students who wish to study at a university where English is the language of instruction. Language skills addressed include: listening comprehension, fluency development, oral intelligibility, reading, grammar, writing, and vocabulary development for University levels.

Professional and executive program is a designed course for people who would like to increase their vocabulary and practice in everyday situations in their own field of action.

Our General English language course is our flagship course. This programme combines our General English tuition with a unique curriculum designed to develop your 21st Century Skills and prepare you for career success. The course develops the confidence and skills you need to express yourself powerfully and is ideal if you wish to enter the workforce or advance your career at home or abroad. General English is the centre of our teaching at British Study Centres and will improve your English communication skills in an engaging, interactive way. Using materials from National Geographic Learning and a coursebook that has been specifically designed for BSC, learn new vocabulary, understand English grammar and get support in the areas you need it the most.

Our Business and Professional English 25+ course will develop your English language skills for professional communication in small, focused groups. Through realistic tasks and practice, you’ll gain confidence in making presentations, taking part in international meetings, cross-cultural networking and other professional situations.Benefits​At the end of the course you can expect to:Communicate more effectively and fluentlyParticipate more confidently in meetingsApproach negotiations more diplomatically Respond more spontaneously in different situations Have expanded your range of professional vocabulary Be able to network with greater confidenceCourse contentDuring this course, you can expect to cover the following areas:Communication skillsParticipating in and chairing meetingsNegotiations – persuading, bargaining, compromisingPresentations – making yourself clear, effective structuring and emphasisingBusiness word buildingEmail writingTeleconferencing and telephoningNetworkingCross-cultural awarenessGrammatical accuracyAccuracy in pronunciationEverything you learn during this course is practical. Through a variety of realistic tasks, we help you to practise and improve the language you will need for your everyday work.

Our Business English Course is great for anyone that wants to use English for work. Many professionals and business students take this course to improve their skills and prospects. Our course will help you develop your grammar, accuracy and vocabulary in the mornings. Then in the afternoons, you learn about English for business communication.
By the end of the course you should feel more confident answering business emails, telephone calls, messages, negotiating and presenting in English.
Classes start in the mornings and finish in the afternoons. Students will get 21 hours of lesson time per week. Regular homework and in class tests will be given.
Discounts are available after four weeks' of lessons.
Maximum class size is 12.

Studying a General English course will give you an understanding of the English language and take you all the way from beginner to fluency. This course focuses on communication skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing. *This General English language course has: 27 full hours per week (12 group + 15 individual). Course content: Group classes are usually in the morning. In these sessions you will develop your general English language skills, focusing on listening, speaking, reading and writing as well as grammar and vocabulary. Key areas include:Active speaking. Listening to a range of different materials. Practical grammar. Expanding vocabulary. Better communication strategies. Confident and fluent reading. Better writing skills. Discussions and role-plays. Pronunciation. Individual training sessions are usually in the afternoon. These sessions are tailored to your needs and can focus on any particular area of study that you wish.

Our General English 20 Lesson per Week programme is the perfect English Language course for students who want to combine studying with leisure. The group classes offer you the best value for money and the opportunity to benefit from interaction with other language learners from all over the world. Our maximum class size is 12, which ensures that you will have personal attention from your teacher. This course runs in the mornings.

Small group English courses for professionals in London. Improve your English for work and a great career.
 All our executive courses are held in The Executive Centre. The Executive Centre has panoramic views across the London skyline and is reserved exclusively for our professional clients. You also receive a full suite of executive centre benefits, including a full needs analysis, networking events, guest speakers and a social programme for professionals.

Hours per week

Lessons: 15 per week
Lessons times: 22 hours 55 minutes per week

Bank holidays

There will be no lessons taking place on UK Bank Holidays when the school will be closed. Fees are not pro rata for weeks where bank holidays take place.

St Giles London Highgate offers General English course group or one-to-one lessons, which help English students communicate more effectively and confidently in everyday situations and improve their speaking and listening skills.

30 lessons per weekParticipants: maximum 5Minimum age: 19 yearsIntermediate to Advanced levels*4-8 weeks recommended1 lesson: 50 minutes25 hours per weekCourses begin: every MondayIf you want a personal and interactive approach you should also consider the LSI Mini group course. Mini group courses include general grammar and skills. The focus on negotiations, presentations and meetings is relevant in business and non-business situations. It is an exciting alternative to LSI General 20 and Intensive 30 courses for more mature learners.* Course also available for Pre-Intermediate level. Contact individual schools for details.