General English
Course Overview
This course covers all areas of General English concentrating on improving students’ skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking. The lessons allow students to revise and practise the language they may already know while developing vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and social and idiomatic English. This course is the perfect way for students to practise their English in a supportive and encouraging environment.
What does the course include?
- Placement test
- Needs analysis (if applicable)
- Study materials
- Tutorials
- Progress tests (if applicable)
- Academic report
- Certificate
- Learning resources for independent study (books, audio-visuals, language learning software)
What will you gain from this course?
- Improve language skills in the four key areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening
- Develop vocabulary
- Improve pronunciation and fluency
- Consolidate and extend key grammar areas
- Improve English for everyday situations
- Increase knowledge of British and Irish life and culture
The North West Academy provides high quality English language courses for students of all levels. All courses include a variety of teaching techniques which allow students to develop and practise their English in a realistic context.
Our teachers are committed to students’ development and aim to help students improve their English as much as possible.
Our teachers are:
- Friendly and professional
- Qualified and experienced in all areas of English Language teaching
- Enthusiastic and dedicated to getting the best out of their students
- Native English speaker competent
The North West Academy encourages ‘blended’ learning so all our courses incorporate the use of textbooks, DVDs, CD-ROMs, computer software and online study materials.
Course Content
Writing: improving writing skills for various situations.
Reading: developing reading skills and expanding vocabulary.
Listening: understanding spoken English in a variety of contexts.
Speaking: conversations and class discussions - developing and improving oral fluency and accuracy.
Pronunciation: students will be encouraged to improve their pronunciation throughout the course.
Grammar: reviewing and practising key points of grammar and usage.
| Course Details | |
|---|---|
| Lessons per week | 15 hours per week |
| Available | All year round |
| Duration | Minimum 1 week – No maximum |
| Levels | All levels from beginners to advanced |
| Times of classes | 9:30-12:30 or 2:00-5:00 |
| Non-Teaching Dates | The North-West Academy is open for the majority of public holidays. We will always endeavour to accommodate groups, whatever the time of year, and any loss of teaching hours will be compensated. |
| Minimum Enrolment Age | 16+ |
| Maximum Class Size | 15 (Average 8-12 ) |