Dublin

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Ireland, the traditional land of saints and scholars, is today a progressive part of the new Europe. Accessible by air from all major European cities, lreland has a population of only four million people. Ireland enjoys one of the cleanest environments in Europe with a mild and temperate climate. The leading sectors of the economy are software, electronics, financial services and tourism. Learn English in Dublin and discover Ireland. The Irish people retain the old values of warmth, friendliness and the importance of the family unit. They are a relaxed people, happy to share a drink, some conversation and invite you to join the ‘craic’, an Irish expression for having the time of your life.

Dublin is a beautiful city with countless places of interest to explore. It is a city steeped in history, tradition and culture. Dublin's many attractions range from museums and art galleries to the famous Guinness Brewery and Temple Bar which is the centre for restaurants and nightlife. Street-side pubs and cafes are alive with buzz of conversations and traditional Irish entertainment. Medieval and Georgian buildings provide the perfect arena for exploring the many shops, bustling streets and various museums and art galleries. Wherever you go in Dublin you will never stray far from the famous pint of the ‘black stuff’. Guinness is reason enough to visit Dublin and sample the warmth of Irish hospitality.

Visitors often find themselves engaged in discussions of sports, music, politics and literature. Dublin is a thriving centre for culture and is home to the great literary personalities of Shaw, Yeats, Joyce and Beckett. It is also the source of musical talent ranging from the traditional Dubliners and the Chieftains to the more contemporary U2, The Corrs, etc. English is an art which Irish people craft and use very naturally in the work place, at home and when socialising with friends. It is easy to understand why George Bernard Shaw said "the best English is spoken in Ireland".

Language School

Our English language school partner is located on one of the most prestigious streets in the heart of the business district of Dublin. Our partner school is within seven minutes walking distance of the main bus routes and train station, two beautiful parks, St. Stephen’s Green and Fitzwilliam Square, Grafton Street and numerous cafes and restaurants. The English language school has a total of seventeen classrooms all featuring the typical high ceilings and excellent plasterwork of that period. We welcome clients from all over the world. Courses are held from Elementary to Advanced levels. 100% beginners are not accepted (except for private lessons). These levels correspond to the levels A1 to C1 of the common European Framework.

All classes are fully equipped with TV, video, educational tape recorders and white boards. Our excellent self-access study library and computer room with highspeed internet access, free e-mail, CD & DVD Rom, listening, reading and video facilities are open every afternoon and available free of charge. Our main school building is also WI-FI enabled (free service) for students who have their own laptop computers.

Friendly support is offered by the directors and staff both inside and outside the classroom which contributes to the informal atmosphere of our school. We have an excellent coffee shop where students and staff take their morning and mid-day breaks as well as a common room and garden. Recognised by the Irish Department of Education as an English Language School for the teaching of English as a foreign language. Member of Recognised English Language Schools Association – Ireland, Marketing English in Ireland, WYSETC, The Advisory Council for English Language Schools.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The school may use additional premises during peak periods.

Language Course for Executives

Important Information :

• Classes take place from Monday to Friday
• Each lesson lasts 50 minutes
• 12 participants maximum per group (08 on average) from January to June and from October to December; 14 participants maximum per group in high season from July to September
• Learning material are not included: they can be purchased at the school at a price of about EUR 30.00 per course book

Semi-Intensive SIC 25 or SIC 30 (25 or 30 lessons per week)

This course affords you the flexibility to improve your general written and spoken English as well as specializing in a particular area of English. The Standard English Language Course which consists of 20 lessons per week is taken in the mornings, followed by 5 or 10 individual one-to-one lessons in the afternoons, tailored to meet your specific needs.

• 25 or 30 lessons per week : 20 group lessons + 5 or 10 private lessons
• 1 lesson = 50 minutes 
• Minimum duration : 1 week 
• Level : from Elementary to Advanced (A1-C1)
• 12 participants maximum per group, 8 average from October to June
• 14 participants maximum per group, 10 average from July to September
• Monday to Friday : 9h30-13h10 + 5 or 10 private lessons in the afternoons

2010 Dates : Every Monday (except on holidays when course starts the following Tuesday)

2010 SIC 25 Price (course only):
1 week : EUR 458 + EUR 75 registration fee
Extra week : EUR 458 + EUR 75 registration fee

2010 SIC 30 Price (course only):
1 week : EUR 664 + EUR 75 registration fee
Extra week : EUR 664 + EUR 75 registration fee 

Mini-Group for Professionals English Language Course (20 lessons per week)

This English language course is a small group course for adult professionals learners who require English for work, travel and socializing. The course has a duration of 1 or 2 weeks and is offered at specific start dates. The levels offered are Intermediate (B1) & Upper Intermediate (B2). Group size is limited to a maximum of 6 students per class. 

You will learn:

• Social & functional language that you can use in your everyday life.
• Grammar including all the main tense structures
• Vocabulary to be used in a variety of professional and social situations 

Details:

• 20 lessons per week
• 1 lesson = 50 min. of teaching
• Duration: 1 or 2 weeks
• Start Dates: Specific Dates
• Schedule: MONDAY TO FRIDAY, 09.30 - 13.10
• LEVELS: INTERMEDIATE (B1) & UPPER INTERMEDIATE (B2)
• CLASS SIZE: max. 6 students per class, average 3

2010 Dates: February 15th, March 1st, 22nd, April 19th, May 10th, June 21st, July 5th, August 30th, October 11th, November 29th, 2010

Individual Executive Courses IEC 20/25/30/40 (20/25/30 or 40 lessons per week)

The Individual Executive Courses are uniquely tailored to meet the requirements of the modern business and professional client. Individual Courses are suitable for those who wish to specialise in a particular area of English and for those who wish to make rapid progress in a short period of time. Prior to arrival, clients have to complete a detailed Needs Analysis Questionnaire and to forward any materials which will assist in the design of the course. Personal attention is assured throughout your stay.

English for Special Purposes: We can arrange special individual or group courses to cater for the particular requirements of a company, an individual or a profession. To date we have organized English programmes for a wide variety industries including legal, medical, airline, telecommunications and many more.

Details:

• 20, 25, 30 or 40 one-to-one lessons per week
• 1 lesson = 50 min. of teaching
• Duration: min. 1 week
• Start Dates: Every Monday year round
• Schedule:
  IEC/20: 09.00 - 12.40 Monday to Friday
  IEC/25: 09.00 - 12.40 Monday to Friday + 2 afternoons per week 14.00 - 16.05
  IEC/30 09.00 - 12.40 Monday to Friday + 3 afternoons per week 14.00 - 16.45
  IEC/40 09.00 - 12.40 40hrs Monday to Friday + 5 afternoons per week 14.00 - 17.20
• LEVELS: Beginner to Proficiency Levels (A0 to C2)
• CLASS SIZE: 1 student per class

2010 Dates : Every Monday (except on holidays when course starts the following Tuesday)

Price per week (course only):
IEC/20 : EUR 1 080 + EUR 75 registration fee
IEC/25 : EUR 1 238 + EUR 75 registration fee
IEC/30 : EUR 1 452 + EUR 75 registration fee
IEC/40 : EUR 1 905 + EUR 75 registration fee

2010 Holidays

January 1st, March 17th, April 5th, May 3rd, June 7th, August 2nd* and October 25th, December 25th & 26th, 2010 are public holidays.
The above days are public holidays and the school is closed in 2010.
Christmas Holidays: 18.12.2010 – 04.01.2011.

*02nd August school open at 10.00 for testing only

Accommodation

Host Family : single room, half board
EUR 182 per week (low season : October to June)
EUR 200 per week (high season : July-August-September)

For more information on host family accommodation or alternative types of accommodation, please visit our Dublin Accommodation Page.

For prices of alternative types of accommodation, please visit our Dublin Price Page.