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General English - 15h - Afternoon

Cork English Academy

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Course description

Our General English courses are designed to give you the English language skills to live, work, study and travel in an English-speaking environment.

We offer group English language courses to international students from Elementary level (CEF A1) to Advanced level (CEF C2).

Learn English in small groups of 15 students maximum.

The 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.

Our syllabus is task-based, with students carrying out tasks in class to provide you with the necessary skills to manage using the English language in real-life situations. 

We also aim to make the syllabus student-centered, placing the emphasis on your training, enabling you to become more independent and provide you with practical skills to apply to your ongoing language learning when you finish your course. 

We have stated objectives and weekly targeted learning outcomes which are 
achievable and measurable.

Your teachers will monitor your progress throughout your course and you will receive regular feedback and advice.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
2-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
15 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

CEA does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test before your arrival in Cork to determine your class level.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 15 students

Student age

Age range 18 years old and older
Average 26 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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School description

Cork English Academy is Recognised by the Accreditation and Coordination of English Language Services (ACELS), through the service of Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI). These are the national bodies responsible for the development and management of English Language Teaching organisations.

Our English language school is also a member of Marketing English in Ireland (MEI) which is a further badge of quality and assurance.

English Language School Facilities:

- Self-access and internet centre with free computer/internet access
- Student lounge/common area with a vending machine, coffee and snacks available
- Self- Study Area
- Self study extra materials for home
- Wireless internet available free throughout the building
- An extensive range of textbooks, text materials and current authentic texts for in class use
- School Library: Oxford University Press graded readers and many other books available to borrow for -

English Language School Staff:

Each member of the Cork English Academy team commits themselves to their roles in the areas of teaching, registration, accommodation, social programme, administration, and marketing.

Our teachers are university graduates who have special qualifications to teach English as a foreign language. Many members of the teaching staff have extensive academic and general experience stretching over many years from teaching in Ireland and in other countries.

Year opened
2011
Number of classrooms
11

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with English teaching certification
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at Cork English Academy varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 26. In the summer, the average age is 26.

School holidays

CEA does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
23 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025

School location

Learn English in Cork City Ireland, the internationally recognized and voted friendliest city in Europe. Cork City offers a friendly environment that gives students the opportunity to use the English language with native speakers and locals and practice with each others while gaining a greater understanding of Irish life and culture.

Cork is a small and compact city, known to many as the ‘’City of Bridges’’. The immediate city
centre is an island in the middle of the north and south channels of the River Lee.

Cork English Academy’s school building is conveniently located between the modern Nano
Nagel Bridge, one of the most photographed spots in Cork with views of St. Finbarr’s Cathedral
and Parliament Bridge , a single arch of cut limestone dating back to 1806.

The school is 2 minutes’ walk to St. Patrick’s Street, the main high street in Cork City, the famous
indoor food market The English Market and Oliver Plunkett Street which is known for its nightlife
scene.

The city's streets are lined with cosy cafés, bars, shops, restaurants and street performers. After
class students can stroll through the bustling streets of the city and soak up the
ambience.

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Housing

CEA offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Twin/Double Room - Self Catering

165 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Cork
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, and heating
Distance to school: 15 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
165 €
Live with a friendly host family in Cork where you will get to experience life in an Irish household and practice your English in real life situations. Carefully selected, friendly host families who are ready to welcome you into their home.

- Host family stays are based on a Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday basis only
- Host Family bookings are based on arriving to Cork between 08.00 and 00.00 midnight only (no late arrivals).
- Wi-Fi Internet
- Access to laundry facilities
- Host Families are on the Cork City bus route(Cork City Bus Red Zone).
- Average journey by bus from host family to school is 30 minutes

This is a Self Catering Option:

- Meals are not provided.
- This option is room only.
- You have access to the host family kitchen to prepare and cook food you buy yourself.

- Twin/Double rooms are suitable for couples or friends travelling together.

Homestay - Single Room - Self Catering

190 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Cork
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, and heating
Distance to school: 15 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
190 €
Live with a friendly host family in Cork where you will get to experience life in an Irish household and practice your English in real life situations. Carefully selected, friendly host families who are ready to welcome you into their home.

- Host family stays are based on a Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday basis only
- Host Family bookings are based on arriving to Cork between 08.00 and 00.00 midnight only (no late arrivals).
- Wi-Fi Internet
- Access to laundry facilities
- Host Families are on the Cork City bus route(Cork City Bus Red Zone).
- Average journey by bus from host family to school is 30 minutes

This is a Self Catering Option:

- Meals are not provided.
- This option is room only.
- You have access to the host family kitchen to prepare and cook food you buy yourself.

Homestay - Twin/Double Room - Half Board

195 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Cork
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, and heating
Distance to school: 15 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
195 €
STANDARD HOME STAY

You live with a host family where you will get to experience life in an Irish household and practice your English in real life situations. Our host families are carefully selected, friendly local families who are happy to welcome you into their home.

Breakfast and evening meal are provided Monday to Friday and Breakfast, lunch and evening meal on Saturday and Sunday.

Most family homes are located just outside the city centre and so you may need to take public transport to and from the school. Average distance between the school and host families is 30 minutes.

Transfers to and from Cork airport on your arrival and departure are also included.

-Host family stays are based on a Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday booking only.

-Host Family return transfer from either Cork Airport or Aircoach bus stop on Patrick’s Quay is available to students arriving between 08.00 and 00.00.
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- No late arrivals option outside of 08.00 and 00.00 available for host family stay

Double or twin room only available for friends/couples travelling together.

Homestay - Single Room - Half Board

220 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Cork
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Wireless internet, free internet, hardwood, and heating
Distance to school: 15 - 45 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
220 €
STANDARD HOME STAY

You live with a host family where you will get to experience life in an Irish household and practice your English in real life situations. Our host families are carefully selected, friendly local families who are happy to welcome you into their home.

You will have a single room with breakfast and evening meal provided Monday to Friday and Breakfast, lunch and evening meal on Saturday and Sunday.

Most family homes are located just outside the city centre and so you may need to take public transport to and from the school. Average distance between the school and host families is 30 minutes. Transfers to and from Cork airport on your arrival and departure are also included.

-Half-board Monday to Friday, full-board Saturday and Sunday.
-Wi-Fi Internet
-Access to laundry facilities
-Host family stays are based on a Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday booking only
-Host Family return transfer from either Cork Airport or Aircoach bus stop on Patrick’s Quay is available to students arriving between 08.00 and 00.00
- No late arrivals option outside of 08.00 and 00.00 available for host family stay
apartment

Shared Apartment - Twin/Double - 2 people

168 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cork
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 25 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
168 €
Shared Apartments with Viva Ireland

-Accommodation is self-catering. You will have a shared living and kitchen area. You can prepare your own food and meals in the shared kitchen.
-Walking distance to the school (average 15 minutes).
-Self check-in (24 hours, 7 days per week).
-Utility bills, TV, Wi-Fi, one duvet and bed linen set included.
-Access to laundry facilities.
- 1 week minimum stay

Security Deposit for 1 to 7 week bookings: €100 (refundable)
Security Deposit for 8 or more week bookings: €300 (refundable)

Viva Ireland sends an email to you about 10 days before arrival. The email will contain an online link to complete the security deposit payment – the following online payments are accepted: Debit/Credit card and Bank transfer. The fee will be refunded if you have left the accommodation as you found it without issues.

Shared Apartment - Single-person room

245 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Cork
Housing type: Shared apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 25 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, anytime
245 €
Cork English Academy has partnered with Viva Ireland an experienced accommodation provider in Cork to offer you accommodation on arrival.

Usually students staying with us short term (for 2 to 12 weeks) book all accommodation through the school.

Students who plan on staying more long term usually book 2 to 4 weeks accommodation through the school and then search for their own accommodation when more familiar with the city.

Shared Apartments:

- Accommodation is self-catering. You will have a shared living and kitchen area. You can prepare your own food and meals in the shared kitchen.
- Walking distance to the school (average 15 minutes).
- Self check-in (24 hours, 7 days per week).
- Utility bills, TV, Wi-Fi, one duvet and bed linen set included.
- Access to laundry facilities.
- 1 week minimum stay
- Security Deposit for 1 to 7 week bookings: €100 (refundable)
- Security Deposit for 8 or more week bookings: €300 (refundable)

Viva Ireland sends an email to you about 10 days before arrival. The email will contain an online link to complete the security deposit payment – the following online payments are accepted: Debit/Credit card and Bank transfer. The fee will be refunded if you have left the accommodation as you found it without issues.
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Cork based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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