ILC Birmingham
97 Broad Street, Birmingham, England B15 1AU, UK
ILC Birmingham
Students will do a General English Main course in the mornings at the appropriate level (Monday to Friday for 20 lessons a week).
In the afternoons, students will have a volunteer placement for work experience. Typically, this will take place in a local charity shop, so that students gain practical work experience conducted in the English language.
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary and Grammar
ILC Birmingham 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.
Average | 9 students |
Maximum | 14 students |
Age range | 16 years old and older |
Average | 19 years old |
There are so many things to do in Birmingham and our College is only a few minutes’ walk from them all. Ready to shop? Explore the Bull Ring and Grand Central which offers shopping for any budget. Discover Brindleyplace or The Mailbox which has some of best places to eat in the UK, with restaurants serving food from over 30 countries all over the world. Maybe experience some of Birmingham’s culture at a concert at the Symphony Hall. Or learn more about Birmingham’s diverse history as you walk along their beautiful canals. Everything is just a short walk away, so you will have plenty to explore after your classes!
Why Choose This School?
Cadbury Chocolate and HP Sauce all started in Birmingham.
The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings are based on places and people in Birmingham where the writer J. R. R Tolkien lived.
Birmingham has more canals than Venice – nearly 35 miles of them!
Birmingham has over 50 festivals every year.
Birmingham was the birthplace of Heavy Metal – Black Sabbath, Judas Priest and the lead singer of Led Zeppelin were all born here.
The nationality and age mix at ILC Birmingham varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 19. In the summer, the average age is 19.
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.
Birmingham school is located at the very heart of the UK’s second most poplated city. With its contemporary architectural design and majestic waterways, the city is alive with history, culture and diversity.
Our building is right in the city centre in Broad Street and provides a modern and comfortable environment to study in. At ILC English Birmingham we aim to provide more than just language classes.
Our lessons are interactive and engaging and our social programme provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the best of UK culture. We welcome all students into the TEG family, a multi-city community that supports and guides students in their journey to full language fluency.
The classes are wide enough , and the teachers are very kind and helpful. I liked the location of the school because it’s located at the center of Birmingham. The Activities were exciting and especially the trip to Bullring mall ( mini golf ) .
Show details » Read more...I really liked the city of Birmingham, well structured and full of facilities for students.
I really enjoyed the lessons in the school with my teacher George and all the students.
My personal experience was really nice; my teachers were as good and kind as my classmates were. This experience helped me to improve my speaking abilities but also in learning new words.
Show details » Read more...Homestays are carefully selected and offer students the opportunity to learn more about the local culture in a comfortable setting while studying English in Birmingham. These homes are often between 10 - 40 minutes away from the school by public transport. Families usually offer affordable meal plans that allow you to sample the local cuisine. If you have special requests or diet restrictions (because of religion or health reasons), please let us know in advance. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about homestay housing
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.
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 Birmingham based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
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