English Courses in Ireland

Our Afternoon Study and Work English language Programme is for students who wish to study long-term (25 weeks) and gain permission to work part-time during their program. Students will learn all the essentials of the English language through a task-based methodology with this General English language course. While the communicative approach is central, we also consider the individual learning style of our students to ensure they achieve the best possible learning outcomes. All four English language skills, reading, writing, listening, and speaking, are given the appropriate class time through our tailored academic syllabus. This course runs in the afternoon!!!

With this English Language Course from OHC Dublin, you will join multi-national language classes following a syllabus closely mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, covering key language domains, skills, and competencies appropriate to your level of ability. The objectives for this English Language course are intended to enhance the all-round language and communication skills of those who wish to work or study more effectively in an international context. This course runs in the afternoon and is long-term intended.

With this English Language Course from OHC Dublin, you will join multi-national language classes following a syllabus closely mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, covering key language domains, skills, and competencies appropriate to your level of ability. The objectives for this English Language course are intended to enhance the all-round language and communication skills of those who wish to work or study more effectively in an international context. This course runs in the morning and is long-term intended.

This innovative English language course from Future Learning Athlone focuses on the development of English language skills through communication, collaboration, creative problem-solving, and digital skills. This English language course is an opportunity for participants to experience Future Learning’s high-quality teaching which promises to foster development and progression. This course runs in the mornings!!!

With this English Language Course from OHC Dublin, you will join multi-national language classes following a syllabus closely mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, covering key language domains, skills, and competencies appropriate to your level of ability. The objectives for this English Language course are intended to enhance the all-round language and communication skills of those who wish to work or study more effectively in an international context. This course runs in the afternoon.

The Intensive General English Course is suitable for students who want to maximize on work carried out in the Standard Course. All morning courses are based on our CES Curriculum Framework Document which has common CEF learning objectives for each level. In addition, each course is supported by a published EFL course book and its syllabus. Teachers complement this syllabus. Students will work on improving the English language skills involved with speaking, listening, reading, and writing so that they can improve their comprehension and communicate more freely. This course also has extra lessons on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays as a way to improve faster your learning curve.

With this English Language Course from OHC Dublin, you will join multi-national language classes following a syllabus closely mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, covering key language domains, skills, and competencies appropriate to your level of ability. The objectives for this English Language course are intended to enhance the all-round language and communication skills of those who wish to work or study more effectively in an international context. This course runs in the morning.

The Intensive English language course syllabus is based on the need for accuracy in spoken English. The Intensive course is 26 hours per week, and includes the General English program (20 hours) and a further 6 hours per week taken over two afternoons with a focus on discourse structure and oral fluency. During the afternoon sessions, students may request areas of improvement in negotiation with the teacher and other students.

The Academic Year (Study & Work) programme is suitable for students outside of the EU who are interested in a long term language stay in Ireland.Students from outside of the EU will need to be registered on a specific course called an Academic Year Programme (often called Study and Work Programme).Cork English Academy Academic Year Programmes are in line with Immigration guidelines for international students.The Academic Year Programme allows international students stay in Ireland for 8 months and must include at minimum: -  25 week course-  15 hour course per week -  An official English language exam ( TIE, IELTS and FCE exam must be chosen at time of booking).Please consider this information before booking an Academic Year as we will need to know your final exam choice at time of booking and before you start your course. No changes to courses or final exam choice can be made after you start your course.An Academic Year Programme can be renewed for a maximum of 2 times allowing international students stay in Ireland for a total of 3 x 8 month periods (24 months/2 years) subject to Immigration permission. COURSE25 weeks General English leading to TIEThe daily General English lessons covers all of the English language skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing with an emphasis on speaking and listening. The main focus of the General English courses is on communication skills in real life settings.RIGHT TO WORKNon-EEA students who are permitted to reside in the State on a stamp 2 immigration permission are allowed to avail of a work concession.  Under this concession a student may work in Ireland  in a casual part-time capacity without a work permit.Students holding a valid  immigration stamp 2  permission will be permitted work 40 hours per week only during the months of June, July, August and September and from 15 December to 15 January inclusive.  At all other times students holding Immigration permission Stamp 2 will be limited to working 20 hours per week.AWARDSAll students who successfully complete the programme receive the Cork English Academy Certificate in English. Non-EU students must also complete an official examination at the end of the programme (in thsi case TIE). REQUIREMENTSStudents should be from a non-EU country, age 18 + with at least a basic knowledge of English (A1 level). Students are required to have an attendance of at least 85% throughout their course and to sit an official exam during their programme.

 Course Aim: These intensive courses are designed to rapidly prepare students for the Cambridge examinations by providing them with a thorough preparation for the exam of their choice. Course Description: CEC’s accelerated courses prepare you for the exam by providing you with a thorough preparation for the Cambridge English exam of your choice. The courses have been specially designed to maximise exam success and give you the techniques you will have to master to pass the exam. Teachers give detailed feedback throughout the course on how you can improve in each technique.