English as a Foreign Language Full-time

GENERAL ENGLISH CLASSES - Morning Programme On your first day with us we check your level of English with a computerised test, a written assessment and an interview with one of our lecturers. This will help us find the appropriate group for your language level. The work you cover will include: * Grammar * Vocabulary Building * Pronunciation * Social English * Listening & Speaking * Reading & Writing There will also be regular homework, progress tests and tutorial support. There is an emphasis on real-life situations and authentic use of English. If you do not wish to study General English, it may be possible to offer you: BUSINESS ENGLISH Business English is offered as a full time programme four mornings a week and covers: * Vocabulary and situations in the business world * Practical business communication * Basic business concepts * The possibility of studying for a business exam (numbers permitting) * Grammar revision * Other language work according to the groups needs The fifth morning of the week is a general English class Some students complete one term of general English before transferring to the Business English course. AFTERNOON PROGRAMME The afternoon programme is designed to support your General English morning classes. In your afternoon classes you will cover some of the following: * Skills practice * Phrasal verbs * Conversation practice * Academic English * Writing * Pronunciation Exam preparation for: Cambridge PET, Cambridge FCE, Cambridge CAE, IELTS

Refer to English Language Centre. Fees dependent upon choice of dates/ hours by individual student. Materials fees levied for course book.

Prospective students will require at least an elementary level of English - staff are happy to discuss the needs of individual students. Students must be age 16 or over. Please contact the Centre's Business Manager, Judy Woodman by telephone on Cheltenham (01242) 532144 or by email on Judith.Woodman@gloscol.ac.uk BUSINESS ENGLISH - Previous business experience or qualifications are not essential but are an advantage. All the language work is based on business situations and is centred around business topics such as marketing, advertising, banking, international business styles etc. Business English students will be of a good intermediate level or above.

Should students wish to continue their studies, appropriate information, advice and guidance will be offered.