Situated on the Atlantic West Coast, Galway city is the ideal
location for students of English. It is a safe city with a
population of 80,000 people and a further
20,000 students enrolled in its two universities.
Its status as a cultural capital and university city has
given its citizens an easy manner and openness to visitors,
which escapes many large industrial cities in the
English-speaking world. The majority of its industries are based
on vibrant tourism,modern technology,
computers, telephone systems and medical equipmentwhich has established Galway as the fastest growing city
in the European Union. It is an ancient city and had important
trade links with Europe in the sixteenth century – Christopher
Columbus is one of its first European tourists.
Our city is its people – warm, friendly, welcoming – a people
with a sense of Ireland’s past and a sharp eye on Ireland’s
future. We can share with you our clean environment, a thriving
artistic and dramatic culture, traditional pubs with music to
suit all tastes, top quality restaurants and a full calendar of
festivals featuring the arts, poetry, music, horse-racing,
oysters and show-jumping.
Come to Galway and become a Galwegian. Walk the promenade in
Salthill & kick the wall - a favourite Galway activity. Go to a
blue flag beach - there are 6 to choose from. Climb one of the
Twelve Pins in Connemara or windsurf in Rusheen Bay or in
Roundstone. Enjoy a performance at the Druid, Town Hall, Black
Box or Taibhdhearc theatres. Have lunch “al fresco” on Quay
Street or share a sandwich with the swans down by the Claddagh.
Listen to jazz sessions on a Sunday morning and take some
English language classes and make new friends from all over the
world.
School
Our
partner school was founded in 1989 and has built a
reputation for providing quality English language programmes
to students from all over the world.
Since our foundation, we have been recognized by the Irish
Department of Education and Science as a school for teaching
English as a foreign language and are founder members of
MEI-RELSA, the industry body for quality EFL schools in Ireland.
The school is situated in a landmark
seafront building, with dramatic views of Galway Bay and the
Atlantic Ocean. Formerly the headquarters of a large financial
services organisation, the building has been redesigned,
refurbished and upgraded so as to combine high tech
specifications with a superb learning environment.
The school is easily accessible and conveniently located,
only 15 minutes walk from the city centre. In addition, the
school is located on a major bus routes into the city. Whilst
studying at the Galway school, students
can avail of a wide range of restaurants and other amenities
such as a leisure centre in the surrounding Salthill area.
The ambiance at this school is a
friendly and personal one, where high levels of student support
ensure that learning and social opportunities are maximised.
Facilities include:
Comfortably
furnished and well lit studio classrooms (16 rooms for English
classes) equipped to the highest standards
A comprehensive student resource centre comprising: a
purpose built library with an extensive selection of books,
reference materials and magazines.
Internet and email facilities: High speed access (1 hour
per week free) and up-to-date multimedia facilities
Self Access Library where students can study with ample
space for quiet research and revision
Computer Room with language learning software
A café serving delicious light meals and hand-made coffee
in a contemporary setting that includes an outdoor terrace
overlooking Galway Bay.
Irish Prime Minister visiting the school
Ample on street car parking
Courses
There are 6 levels in the General English Programs, from Low
Beginning to High Advanced. Maximumclass size is
13 in the General English courses and 14 in the Examination
Preparation Classes. Each lesson lasts for
45 minutes.
2 weeks min. for general courses.
Classes have a team
of two teachers and use a core textbook supplemented by a
variety of interesting authentic and innovative materials. The
textbook is extremely popular with learners because of its clear
structure, comprehensive grammar and its special focus on
high-frequency, useful vocabulary, presented in a range of
topical contexts. All four skills (reading, writing, listening,
and speaking) are developed, with specific tasks to enhance
learners’ language skills.
Intensive
Course(20 lessons per week)
This Intensive English program will enable you
to achieve progress in your English studies, while having
plenty of time for extracurricular activities in Galway. It is
available year-round, to individuals of all
levels. A placement test on your first day will
ensure that you are placed with others at your level. Classes of
10-13 students meet for 4 lessons a day.
Details:
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm)
Open to students at
any level, elementary through advanced
Taking
20 lessons per
week allows for free time in the afternoons
Course starts every
Monday
Optional: Academic Year
at reduced rates for 12, 24, 25 or 36 weeks (can be combined
with work placement)
Can be combined with
the following activities: Sailing, golf, fishing,
horse-riding, falconry, clay pigeon shooting, hill walking,
spa therapy, windsurfing and culture
programmes: Introduction to Irish Culture, Music,
Literature, Poetry, History, Politics etc.click here for more details
Super-Intensive
Course(30 lessons per week)
This 30-lesson per week program covers all of the major language
skills with morning and afternoon sessions every
day.
Details:
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm
with 5 afternoon sessions)
Open to students at
any level, elementary through advanced
Taking 30 lessons per week maximizes
your study time in the U.S.
Optional: Academic Year at reduced rates for 12,
24, 25 or 36 weeks
Exam Preparation
Courses for Cambridge (20
or 30 lessons per week),
TOEIC (30 lessons per week)
and IELTS (30 lessons per week)
Offered for both 12 weeks+ one exam week and 6 weeks + one exam week, these
courses prepare students to pass either the Cambridge First
Certificate (FCE) or the Certificate of Advanced English (CAE).
The FCE is the most widely recognized proof of language ability
at the upper intermediate level. The CAE also has tremendous
popularity as an assessment of advanced abilities in English.
Students in the FCE and CAE Preparation Courses focus on not
only passing the final examination, but also on improving their
general accuracy and fluency in English. All students must successfully pass
a pre-test in order to participate in these courses.
prepares for the First Certificate and Cambridge
Advanced Examinations. Students are given a high level of
support and guidance. Exam practice and study techniques form an
integral part of the programme.
Students may begin
on specific starting dates: 18.03.08 and 15.09.08
This programme is a super accelerated
preparation course for First Certificate.
Students may begin
on specific starting dates: 21.01.08,
28.04.08 and 28.10.08
Details:
Open to all
upper intermediate and advanced students
20
or 30 lessons per week
Max. 14 students
per class
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm
/ with 5 afternoon sessions for the 30 lessons course)
2. TOEIC
Exam Preparation 30 lessons (4 weeks)
The Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)
is an English language proficiency test for people whose native
language is not English. It measures the everyday English skills
of people working in an international environment. Test scores
indicate how well people can communicate in English with others
in business, commerce and industry. The test does not require
specialized knowledge or vocabulary beyond that of a person who
uses English in daily work activities. The TOEIC exam is a
3-hour multiple-choice test divided into Listening and Reading
Sections. A good score on your TOEIC exam makes an impressive
addition to your resume and an important credential for your
next job application. Our partner school
administers the TOEIC exam once each month at our school.
3.
IELTS
Exam Preparation 30 lessons (5
weeks)
Details:
Open to all
intermediatestudents
30 lessons per week
Max. 14 students
per class
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm
with 5 afternoon sessions)
• some exams take place on a Saturday • exam
timetables available from school and are set by examining bodies
• late exam fees apply
• IELTS course starting dates: 14.01.08, 07.04.08, 07.07.08, 29.09.08
• IELTS exam dates not available at time of going to print •
exam fees and books are extra - subject to change
These programmes have been developed to ensure
success in international examinations. Students are taken
through an integrated programme of class or home study. Progress
is reviewed regularly. Study skills, exam techniques and mock
exam practice including oral exams are part of all examination
preparation courses.
Combinde and Private
Course(20 group + 6 or 10 private lessons per week)
These courses combine group and individual
lessons giving you the best of both worlds. It allows you to
tailor your individual lessons to your own specific needs. Your
private instructor will custom-tailor this course to maximize
your English progress.
Business English
Course(30 or 35 lessons per week)
We
are pleased to offer a variety of
Business English Programs for business professionals.
1.
General Business Programme(30 lessons/
3 weeks)
This course is ideal for anyone seeking a
group business English course cost effectively. Clients attend
20 lessons of General English and 10 Business English lessons
and need to have an intermediate level of English to participate
on this course. This course is designed to meet the needs and
objectives of clients working in a business environment. The
emphasis is on improving communication skills and presentation
and meeting techniques are also covered.
Focus is on business writing, selling on the telephone,
customer service, presentations, meetings etc.
Open to all
intermediatestudents +
30 lessons per week (20
lessons General + 10 lessons Business English)
Max. 14 students
per class
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm
General English + 5 afternoon sessions)
Students may begin on specific starting dates:
16.06.08,
14.07.08 and
18.08.08
2. Executive English
Programme (35 lessons
/ 1 or 2 weeks course length)
Max 4students
per group. This intensive course enables highly motivated professionals
to improve their existing English communication skills in a
limited amount of time. Small groups (3-5 professionals) meet
for 35 lessons of business English. Available to intermediate to
advanced students that have ideally some
professional experience. Needs analysis is completed and a
negotiated syllabus is decided with your business trainer.
Seminars include negotiation techniques, presentation
skills, business communication and cross cultural training.
Business lunch with trainers is an option.
Open to all
intermediatestudents +
35 lessons per week
over 1 or 2 weeks
Max.4 students
per class
Classes meet Monday
through Friday, (9:00am-12:30pm
General English + 5 extended afternoon sessions)
Students may begin on any Monday
When a small group does not contain a minimum of two
participants, the client will receive 25 individual lessons.
3. Professional Private
(20, 30 or 40lessons/week)
1-on-1 with 20, 30 or
40lessons/week
These courses are tailored for the client with a limited time
and a pressing need to improve his or her English. This is the
most intensive way to study. With the guidance of your teacher,
you design your own programme to meet your own language learning
needs and you make maximum progress in the minimum time.
A Needs Analysis Questionnaire is completed and a course
proposal is designed to help you decide areas of language that
require focus.
CAE/FCE Preparation:
20 lessons course starts on 18.03.08 and 15.09.08 / 30
lessons course starts on 21.01.08,
28.04.08 and 28.10.08
General Business Programme:
16.06.08,
14.07.08 and
18.08.08
Holidays 2007 (School will be closed):
January 1, March 17+24, , May 5, June 2, August 4, October
27.
School will be closed from December 19, 2008 to January 5,
2009
Activities
+ Excursions
We
organise a varied social and activity programme. The focus of
the programme is on introducing our students to each other, to
our city and to Irish culture. We take
advantage of the ‘buzz’ of the streets of Galway as well as the
peace and beauty of Connemara and the Burren. Visits to the
theatre, ballet, festivals, music events, cinema and other
outings are some of the numerous options for an exciting social
life.
Samples activities are:
• walk to
the golf driving range or play a round of golf
• learn the
delights of Irish poetry or literature
• join in
the walking or bus tour of Galway
• visit the
Druid, Town Hall or Black Box theatres
• join the
film club
• play
football, squash, unihock
• take in a
Sunday morning jazz session
• learn to
dance a jig
• go by boat
or plane to the Aran Islands
• visit
Connemara or the Burren
• stay
overnight in Dublin or Westport
• win at
bowling
• attend our
monthly school parties
• bet on a
horse or a dog at the races
• eat
oysters in September
• present
your country to your colleagues
• go to a
seminar or lecture by a local Galwegian
• write an
article for the e-zine
• test your
skills at a quiz or murder mystery
• go to an
Irish music workshop
• join in a
song in a local pub
• say
goodbye to friends at graduation on Fridays
Specialist / English
PLUS Programmes
Culture Course
This is a supplementary course available during the summer which
can be combined with a variety of other courses
such as the general intensive course. Classes take place
on three afternoons per week. Students are introduced to Irish
culture, history, society and modern Ireland.Introduction to Irish Culture, Music, Literature, Poetry,
History, Politics etc.
Third Age Programme
This course is aimed at clients from a variety of backgrounds
who are 50+, Clients may be in a closed group or integrated into
existing classes. The programme emphasises communication skills
with an introduction to Irish culture and social life.
Excursions and activities form an integral part of the programme.
English PLUS Programmes
These programmes are available for individuals and closed
groups and combine any course with a range of tailor-made and
exciting activities. Students can learn to play golf, do a
sailing course, hill walk for a day or a week, relax in an
exclusive spa or seaweed bath, get friendly with a falcon or
shoot a (clay) pigeon, enjoy good food or visit a farmer’s
market, catch fish in Galway Bay, join in a festival - Cuirt,
the Arts Festival, Film Fleadh, Horse-racing, Oyster, Music, or
join our excursion programmes. A full range of activities and
costs is available from the school and are subject to season and
availability.
Typcial activities include:
• Sailing • Canoeing
• Clay Pigeon Shooting • Fishing
• Falconry • Golf
• Hill walking • Slow food
• Spa Therapy • Windsurfing
• Horse-riding • Excursions
• Film / Arts / Poetry / Oyster Festivals
Our partner school is:
Accredited:
Founded in 1989
You still
have questions? Just send us an email or call us from your country
Galway, Ireland
We
organise a varied social and activity programme. The focus of
the programme is on introducing our students to each other, to
our city and to Irish culture. 
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