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English Language Classes

Recognised by the Department of Education and Science for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language

Dún Laoghaire, Dublin.


The International T.E.F.L. College of Ireland is a recognised full-time College specialising in English Language Courses for Foreign Student/Clients and T.E.F.L. Teacher Training Courses. The I.T.C.I. offers both General English to all levels and English for Special Purposes programmes. All classes consist of small groups(maximum 8) of mixed nationalities and English must be spoken at all times within the College.

The English classes are held in an elegant Victorian building in the fashionable sea-side town of Dún Laoghaire 15 minutes by train from Dublin city centre. In the Victorian town of Dún Laoghaire there are many ways for students to enjoy their free time: visiting the James Joyce Martello Tower Museum, the National Maritime Museum, or strolling the harbour piers, relaxing in the parks and dining in its many international restaurants and cafés. Close by are the homes of some of Ireland's rich and famous - Bono & the Edge of U2, Formula 1 drivers Damon Hill and Eddie Irvine, Singers Sinead O'Connor, Van Morrison, Eyna, Lisa Stansfield, writers Maeve Binchy, Hugh Leonard and many T.V. personalities.


English classes

The core language programme consists of lessons every morning for three hours(10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.)from Monday to Friday throughout the year and part-time classes are also available. On the first day the student's/client's level is assessed and his/her needs are ascertained. This helps the academic manager to place each Student/Client in the appropriate class/group and to plan the structure and content of the course. Consolidation and reinforcement of classroom work is done via study assignments and/or use of library.

Tailor-made courses are specially designed by trainers to meet the needs of clients for specific job-related purposes e.g. English for business, science etc.

The I.T.C.I. has an excellent range of up-to-date course books, journals, teaching aids and audio visual materials available to its staff thus enabling its Teachers/Trainers to select materials appropriate to the level and needs of their Students/Clients.

General English Programme

The General English course is designed to develop proficiency in the four main language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Accurate use of grammar, vocabulary, appropriate pronunciation and accent are an integral part of all lessons. The aim of the General English Course is to enable English Language students to use the language confidently in real life situations. Tuition takes place in small groups(maximum 8)or individual tutorials.

Student can choose to prepare for any of the following recognised English language examinations:

Cambridge :-

  • Preliminary English Test
  • First Certificate in English
  • Certificate in Advanced English
  • Certificate of Proficiency in English
  • Certificate in Communication Skills in English
  • International English Language Testing Systems

 

T.O.E.F.L. :-

  • T.O.E.F.L. Test
Trinity College London :-
  • Spoken English Examination


English For Special Purposes and Exams

The I.T.C.I. specialises in courses for anyone who uses English in their day-to-day work e.g. businessmen/women, lawyers, managers, teachers, accountants, hotel staff, doctors, academics etc. The I.T.C.I. offers individual/group tuition programmes, which are planned around the needs of the individual/group. Each programme develops (1) the client's general English and (2) focuses on the language and terminology associated with a particular area of business /professional activity e.g. English for engineering, medicine, banking, law etc.

Clients can choose to prepare for any of the following recognised examinations:

Cambridge :-
  • Business English Certificate
  • Certificate in English for International Business and Trade



Fee Structure

General English

108.00 Euro per week(15 hours/week) - for full-time students.
9.00 Euro per hour for part-time students.
40.00 Euro per hour for individual classes.
Group rates available on request.
Phone for reductions.

English for Special Purposes

45.00 Euro per hour for individual ESP classes.
Contact us for group fees.


Accommodation

Hotels, Guest Houses & Host Families - Details on request.


Staff

All Teachers/Trainers at I.T.C.I. are English language professionals, hold university degrees and teaching qualifications. Students/Clients are encouraged to realise their full potential through a structured syllabus designed to meet the needs of the individual Student/Client under the guidance of highly qualified and experienced Teachers/Trainers.



Michael O'Flaherty with students


Directors: M. Hayes, M.A., H.D.E.; M. O'Flaherty, B.Sc., H.D.E.   Registered in Ireland No. 170778
29 Northumberland Avenue, Dún Laoghaire, Dublin, Ireland. Tel/Fax: 00-353-1-2807001

Member of the International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language / Teacher Training