English - General English
This course is available at all levels from Beginners to Advanced and you will be placed in a class which is suitable for your level. The course focuses on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions and strategies.
| Award Name | TIE Test of Interactive English |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Advisory Council for English Language Schools |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIE Test of Interactive English | Advisory Council for English Language Schools |
Duration
Duration: 1-25 weeks.
Days: Monday - Friday.
Entry Requirements
International Student Applications
IBAT College Dublin welcomes applications from international students. Please contact our International Admissions team by stating your nationality, current location, name and phone number. Currently, IBAT College Dublin uses the Irish Qualification Recognition Service and the UK’s National Academic Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) to map international qualifications onto the Irish Framework.
Contact a member of our Admissions Team. For applicants whose first language is not English an IELTS certificate may also be required.
Calling us at: +353 1 8075 055
Email us at: admin@ibat.ie
Further information
Start Date: Weekly Enrolments.
IBAT offers English language tuition in two campuses (16-19 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 and 24-27 North Frederick Street, Dublin 1).
Apply and Book Online
You can contact or apply to us directly using the the "Application Weblink" option, this will give us the key details to start your application, a member of our admissions team will then contact you with further details
Course Overview
Our Online General English course is a semi-intensive programme that allows you to balance classroom tuition with structured study and free time activities. You will improve your English language ability at a speed you feel comfortable with, while having time to enjoy your destination.
This course is available at all levels from Beginners to Advanced and you will be placed in a class which is suitable for your level. The course focuses on the four main aspects of language: reading, writing, listening and speaking. You’ll also learn vocabulary and grammar, and how to speak in formal and informal discussions and strategies.
General English Courses and Levels
• Beginners (Below A1 on the CEFR*)
• Elementary (A1 on the CEFR)
• Pre-intermediate (A2 on the CEFR)
• Intermediate (B1 on the CEFR)
• Upper-intermediate (B2 on the CEFR)
• Advanced (C1 on the CEFR)
General English classes are offered at all levels in groups of a maximum of 15 students. Timetables are flexible, so students may study in the mornings or afternoons.
IBAT offers English language tuition in two campuses (16-19 Wellington Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin 2 and 24-27 North Frederick Street, Dublin 1). The campus and level of class is decided by our English language academic team upon completion of the entrance test on a student's first day of classes.
Both campuses are fitted with state of the art learning facilities to enhance your English language journey with us. Please note that there is no option to select your campus.
Classes
Teachers use a personal approach to ensure that students develop at their own pace, while focusing on the key elements of language learning such as grammar, vocabulary, receptive, productive skills and basic practical language functions, such as:
• Dealing with daily problems and life situations:
o Going to the bank and opening an account
o Asking for directions
o Visiting a doctor/dentist and describing symptoms
• Telephone skills
• Letter-writing skills - cover letters, complaint letters, emails etc.
• Curriculum Vitae - structure and content
Classes also include specifically designed cultural lessons which focus on different aspects of Irish culture. Some of these lessons are also linked to trips which are taken during class-time to museums and historical areas around the city.
Classes
Teachers use a personal approach to ensure that students develop at their own pace, while focusing on the key elements of language learning such as grammar, vocabulary, receptive, productive skills and basic practical language functions, such as:
• Dealing with daily problems and life situations:
- Going to the bank and opening an account
- Asking for directions
- Visiting a doctor/dentist and describing symptoms
• Telephone skills
• Letter-writing skills - cover letters, complaint letters, emails etc
• Curriculum Vitae - structure and content
Classes also include specifically designed cultural lessons which focus on different aspects of Irish culture. Some of these lessons are also linked to trips which are taken during class-time to museums and historical areas around the city.
Tests and examinations
Every week, students will be tested on what they have covered in class. These tests may be communicative or written and focus on all the skills.
Every four weeks, students will do a more complete test which is based on all the material covered in the course book and extra exercises.
Note: All visa-required students must take the Test of Interactive English (TIE) at the end of their course of study. Other examinations (e.g. Cambridge exams – FCE and CAE) can also be arranged for students.
IBAT offers a range of TIE General English (GE) courses at all levels within a TIE exam format which focuses on three main communicative tasks:
• a short project on a subject of interest to the student
• a book of the student’s choice
• a news story from a newspaper and/or TV or radio.
Results are graded according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
International Admissions Office/ Main Office: +353 1 807 5055
General enquiries: enquiry@ibat.ie
Course enquiries: admissions@ibat.ie