Why study in Ireland

Boasting an inherent passion for the written and spoken word, Ireland has found itself a favourite destination amongst those looking to improve their English language skills!

Overview
General English for Adults
English for Business Executives
English for Special Purposes
English for teenagers and children
Activity language courses
University Foundation Programmes
Work/study English

Overview

Pour des professionnels qui doivent peaufiner leurs connaissances linguistiques, pour les adultes qui ont envie d’approfondir leur connaissance d’anglais, pour ceux qui choisissent d’apprendre l’anglais spécialisé pour des motifs professionnels, pour le professeur qui espère faire partager son amour de la langue tout en enrichissant sa propre maîtrise de l’anglais, pour le lycéen qui veut étudier et s’amuser à la fois et pour l’étudiant qui aimerait faire un échange d’été en profitant de la meilleure hospitalité irlandaise, l’Irlande peut répondre à tous leurs besoins, ainsi qu’aux vôtres.
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General English for Adults

For adult learners, General English courses are the most popular in Ireland, and these are held throughout the year. Usually, adult students attend around 15-20 hours tuition every week in classes of up to 15 students. Depending on the programme and length of the course selected, students will be prepared for a number of different level examinations.
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English for Business Executives

As English is the widely accepted world language of business, proficiency in English is critical to success in the global economy. Ireland has one of the strongest and fastest growing economies in Europe, which is why multinationals, such as Dell, Microsoft and Intel have chosen Ireland as their European base. To coincide with the international interest in the Irish economy, specialised English courses have been introduced to cater specifically for the needs of business people and executives from all across the globe. These courses are more tailored to the student's needs and can be in small groups or even on a one-to-one basis.
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English for Special Purposes

If your specialist subject requires a good knowledge of industry language, you'll be pleased to know that selected Irish schools have designed courses to meet your needs. A vast array of Special Purpose English courses are on offer, ranging from Law, Medicine, Finance, Management, Marketing and Economics through to Tourism, Agriculture and Engineering. And each is designed to ensure that your grasp of the English language translates smoothly into career success.
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English for teenagers and children

There are a wide variety of options available for teenagers and children. Summer Package Courses offer top quality language classes over a period of two to four weeks, and include cultural and sporting activities. Accommodation is arranged in carefully selected host families or in campus-style residential accommodation. The courses are generally all-inclusive and students can arrive as part of a group or individually.
Winter and Spring School Group Packages are normally run over a one or two week period, and include cultural and sporting activities. Usually, students arrive in closed groups and are accompanied by their teachers. Ireland's reputation for excellence in education is growing internationally, which has led to an increased demand for placements in Irish High Schools. Some language schools now offer preparation courses, High School Placement services and a full follow-up High School Guardianship service.
While some students come to Ireland for just one term, others stay for much longer periods and even stay on to graduate from Irish High School. From this, students generally progress to the Irish Leaving Certificate and move into third level Irish University programmes.
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Activity language courses

Outside the traditional classroom focus, Ireland offers students the opportunity to enjoy a multitude of fun activities and sports while they learn English. Familiar sports, such as football and swimming are often combined with more unusual activities, such as horse-riding, windsurfing, sailing or even mountain-hiking! At weekends, students can join cultural and historical tours or join in organised discos and parties, where they can socialise with like-minded students conversing in one common language - English!
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University Foundation Programmes

The Irish third level sector has developed an international reputation for excellence and high standards and, over the last few years, students from all over the world have been coming to Ireland to attend Irish universities. In response, colleges around the country have implemented an entry requirement for those seeking college places, so that prospective students can practise a sufficient level of English in their studies. The colleges require specific scores from a number of different courses, such as Cambridge, TOEFL, TOEIC or IELTS. To improve a student's chance of achieving the desired college place, many language schools in Ireland offer Foundation Programmes to prepare for these exams. The schools can also offer advice on suitable courses and will assist in preparation of applications for college places.
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Work/study English

If you're motivated by the prospect of learning English, gaining an internationally recognised qualification and working part-time to improve your communication skills, then many language schools in Ireland have introduced Academic Year Programmes, which last from six to 12 months.
Generally, students follow a long-terms study plan focused on one of a number of exams, with either a paid or unpaid work experience component provided to offer students the chance to practise their skills in the real world. If work experience is not provided, students often decide to find their own part-time employment in bars, restaurants and cafes, so they can practise English and earn some extra cash at the same time!
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