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IELTS Preparation Intensive

ILC Southampton
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Course description

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the standard exam for those overseas students wishing to enter university in the UK. Our IELTS classes focus on exam technique and emphasise the linguistic skills you will need to be a success at university. The classes also contain a strong element of General English to ensure that you continue to improve overall.

This course also includes an afternoon Communication Skills session which focuses on speaking and listening to build your confidence in English.

Course topics

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

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
30 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

ILC Southampton 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 times

Morning session
09:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Southampton.

Class size

Average 6 students
Maximum 14 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 21 years old

Certificate

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

ILC Southampton is located in a historic Grade II listed building. Set beside the relaxing East Park, our Southampton centre puts students in a relaxing, supportive school, within easy
reach of the port and many city attractions.

Southampton is a developing city and is quickly becoming the economic centre of the South. It is also very much a student city with a whole mix of nationalities many of whom study at one of the two universities in the city.

Being the cruise capital of Europe, Southampton has over four million visitors every year and offers fantastic cultural experiences from the Seacity Museum, Award-winning parks, quality theatres, and music venues to the modern shopping centre at West Quay.

Year opened
2008
Number of classrooms
9

Accreditations

Facilities

  • Library
  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • Computers
  • 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 ILC Southampton varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 21. In the summer, the average age is 21.

School holidays

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
18 Apr 2025, 21 Apr 2025, 05 May 2025, 26 May 2025, 25 Aug 2025, 22 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026

School location

Come and learn English in a city that has one of the largest shopping centres in the South. Southampton is rich in culture with wonderful museums, art galleries, theatres and the home of some of the largest cruise ships in the world.

Our Southampton language school is set beside the relaxing East Park, and puts students in a relaxing, supportive environment, within easy reach of the Port and many city attractions.

At ILC Southampton, we aim to provide more than just language classes. Our English lessons are interactive and engaging and our social programme provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the best of UK culture.

Most social activities are free including speaking clubs, quiz activities, homework clubs, games activities and walking tours. Occasionally we will offer optional activities on one or two days in a week where there is a small fee (usually £8-£15). These will be for activities such as bowling, a meal out or going to the cinema. For any day trips the fee normally charged is £20-£35.

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Reviews

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"Thanks for everything! It was great"

Colla Silvia, student from Italy

The teachers and my classmates were very kind and polite with me!! The location is really good and also near my house! The afternoon activities was the best part off the day but also classes were very interesting!! Thanks for everyone! It was really a great time! I really enjoyed it

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
5 Aug 2019 - 16 Aug 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"The learning atmosphere in the course was great."

David Maiko Runne, student from Germany

The course was very productive. I improved my English language skills a lot. The teacher and the staff were very friendly. The class size was small.I liked the activities, but I did not like playing tennis. I wanted to play mini golf, but the other students wanted to play tennis. I also liked the way though the park to the school.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
22 Jul 2019 - 9 Aug 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Even if was in an other language, I have been laughing a lot!"

Freja Staugaard Werner, student from Sweden

I liked the teacher, Emma, because she could talk in a way that I understood. She used easy words. She used gestures with her hands, I like that.

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My ratings for this school

Quality of teaching
School facilities
Social activities
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Date of study
17 Jun 2019 - 21 Jun 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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housing

Housing

ILC Southampton offers the following housing types:
homestay

Homestay - Self-catering 18+ - Shared

213 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
213 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Bed & Breakfast Homestay - Shared room

226 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
226 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Self-catering 18+ - Single

245 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
245 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Half board 18+ - Shared

245 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
Restriction: 2 students must book together
245 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Bed & Breakfast Homestay - Single-person room

258 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (7 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
258 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.

Homestay - Half board 16+ - Single

278 €
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: Outside the city center of Southampton
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Laundry, wireless internet, free internet, carpet, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 30 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Saturday, after 12:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 12:00 PM
278 €
Homestay Accommodation includes a bed, bed sheets, towel, wardrobe/drawers and mirror.

You will have access to a desk and be provided with a key. The biggest benefit is that you will be interacting with other people and practising your English.

Shared rooms, en-suites and special diets can be provided subject to availability.

We regularly inspect our homestays and they all meet the requirements set by the British Council. They all have Gas Safety Certificates and, unless requested, you will not have another student with the same first language living in the house.

Our homestays are a maximum of 30 minutes’ walk/bus from the college and please remember, if for some reason you are not happy with your allocated homestay, you can request to change your accommodation up to 3 times.

If you prefer not to stay with a host, we are able to offer contact information for local hotels, halls of residence, local landlords and renting in the UK.
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.

If you are studying in the UK for over 11 months, you will receive a reference number called a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) that you need to submit to the UK embassy along with your General Student Visa application. Students who have successfully booked a language course and have paid their fees will receive a CAS from . Please note that UK law states that a CAS can only be issued to students who intend to pursue English language studies for over 11 months.

If you are studying in the UK for 11 months or less, you have to apply for a special visitor visa called a Student Visitor Visa. As a student visitor, you will not be able to work part-time while studying. If you plan to study in the UK for 11 months or less, a letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Learn more about how to get a UK visa »

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 Southampton 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.

Learn more about our insurance plan »

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