GENERAL ENGLISH COURSES

designed for students aged from 18 years and offer a complete and extensive language learning experience

Morning Group Lessons

The Half Day General English course enables you to brush up your English knowledge whilst having the afternoon free for other activities, perhaps to explore Edinburgh’s history, architecture, culture or shops. You learn in small groups and benefit from 15 hours per week.

The course aims to give you confidence in communicating in an English speaking environment. The course is taught in weekly modules focusing on speaking and listening covering essential grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and common English phrases. General English is designed for students who wish to improve their ability to communicate in English while experiencing the vibrancy and excitement of Edinburgh. 

  • Hours per week 15 hours
  • Maximum class size 10 students
  • Start date Any Monday
  • Timetable 9.00 am-12.15 pm – Monday to Friday (15 minutes coffee break at 10.30 am)
  • Course length Flexible/minimum 1 week
  • Levels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
  • Nationality Mix Multinational (fluctuates with seasons)
  • Minimum Age 18+
  • Additional charges £60 Booking fee and from £30 for course material

2024 Prices

  • 1 week: £345
  • 2 weeks: £690
  • 3 weeks: £1,035
  • 4 weeks: £1,380
  • 5 weeks: £1,725
  • 6 weeks: £2,070

     

  • 7 to 11 weeks: £325 per week
  • 12 to 19 weeks: £310 per week
  • 20 to 35 weeks: £290 per week
  • 36 weeks and more: £275 per week

MORNING GROUP LESSONS  2024 WINTER OFFER
Get 20% off study with us in winter.
Courses must take place between 04/11/2024 and 28/02/2025

Numbers of Weeks 15 hours per week 22.5 hours per week*
1 to 6 weeks £276 per week £360 per week
7 to 11 weeks £260 per week £324 per week
12 to 19 weeks £245 per week £316 per week
20 to 35 weeks £232 per week £296 per week
36 weeks + £220 per week  £288 per week

*Morning + Afternoon Spoken performance & Morning + Afternoon Exam Preparation classes.

You can also combine this option with Spoken Performance in the afternoon, Exam Preparation (IELTS, CAE, CPE, FCE, TOIEC) in the afternoon, Business English in the afternoon or some privates lessons to create an intensive programme. We call these ‘Combi Courses’.

Outside the summer season, our groups are smaller and we may have to reduce the timetable accordingly.
For information on requirements for deposits, payment of fees and the refund policy, including the arrangements and deadlines for cancellations you can find our Terms and Conditions here

Morning Group Lessons + Exam Preparation

!We have a strong reputation for preparing students to sit academic English exams. You will benefit from the expertise of our experienced teachers who have an excellent track record of preparing students to succeed in a range of exams including IELTS, TOEIC, B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE). We recommend this programme for all students who want to achieve the best results in their English exam.  Each course will consist of General English group training in the morning from 09:00 to 12:15, followed by a specific Exam Preparation course in the afternoon from 13:15 to 14:45.

  • Hours per week 22.5 hours
  • Maximum class size 10 students
  • Start date Any Monday
  • Timetable Monday to Friday, 9.00 am-12.15 pm (15 minutes coffee break at 11 am) and 13.15 – 14.45
  • Course length Flexible/minimum 1 week
  • Afternoon options available: IELTS, FCE, CAE, CPE Exam Preparation
  • Levels From A2 (Pre-Intermediate) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
  • Nationality Mix Multinational (fluctuates with seasons)
  • Minimum Age 18+
  • Additional charges £60 Booking fee and from £30 for course material

In addition to the General English course in the morning, this course will also cover:

  • The format and procedures of the examination
  • Grammar and vocabulary development
  • Academic vocabulary and style
  • Critical thinking and reflective learning
  • Continuous practise through the use of past papers and other materials
  • Examination error correction

This English course will ensure that students are adequately prepared by focusing on each part of the examination including:

  • Listening, speaking, reading and writing
  • Multiple choice and text with gaps
  • Use of English
  • Word formation and sentence completion

2024 Prices:

  • 1 week: £450
  • 2 weeks: £900
  • 3 weeks: £1,350 
  • 4 weeks: £1,800
  • 5 weeks: £2,250
  • 6 weeks: £2,700
  • 7 to 11 weeks: £405 per week
  • 12 to 19 weeks: £395 per week
  • 20 to 35 weeks: £370 per week
  • 36 weeks and more: £360 per week

SPECIAL WINTER OFFER
Get 20% off study with us in winter.
Courses must take place between 04/11/2024 and 28/02/2025

Numbers of Weeks 15 hours per week 22.5 hours per week*
1 to 6 weeks £276 per week £360 per week
7 to 11 weeks £260 per week £324 per week
12 to 19 weeks £245 per week £316 per week
20 to 35 weeks £232 per week £296 per week
36 weeks + £220 per week  £288 per week

*Morning + Afternoon Spoken performance & Morning + Afternoon Exam Preparation classes.

You can also combine this option with Spoken Performance in the afternoon, Exam Preparation (IELTS, CAE, CPE, FCE, TOIEC) in the afternoon, Business English in the afternoon or some privates lessons to create an intensive programme. We call these ‘Combi Courses’.

Outside the summer season, our groups are smaller and we may have to reduce the timetable accordingly.
For information on requirements for deposits, payment of fees and the refund policy, including the arrangements and deadlines for cancellations you can find our Terms and Conditions here

 

Morning Group Lessons + Spoken Performance

If you want to see fast progress and really gain confidence in your spoken English, then the General English Plus Spoken Performance option is for you. This option is for those students who wish to take steps towards obtaining fluency in English. The course will also include discussions on UK culture and current affairs.

  • Hours per week 22.5 hours
  • Maximum class size 10 students
  • Start date Any Monday
  • Timetable Monday to Friday, 9.00am-12.15 pm (15 minutes coffee break at 10.30 am) and 13.15 – 14.45
  • Course length Flexible/minimum 1 week
  • Afternoon options available: Spoken Performance or IELTS, FCE, CAE, CPE Exam Preparation
  • Levels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
  • Nationality Mix Multinational (fluctuates with seasons)
  • Minimum Age 18+
  • Additional charges £60 Booking fee and from £30 for course material

In addition to the General English course in the morning, this course will also cover:

  • Speaking and listening skills
  • Fluency development for social interaction
  • Grammar and vocabulary development
  • Common error correction
  • Pronunciation – rhythm, intonation and stress
  • Idiomatic and colloquial language

2024 Prices

  • 1 week: £450
  • 2 weeks: £900
  • 3 weeks: £1,350 
  • 4 weeks: £1,800
  • 5 weeks: £2,250
  • 6 weeks: £2,700
  • 7 to 11 weeks: £405 per week
  • 12 to 19 weeks: £395 per week
  • 20 to 35 weeks: £370 per week
  • 36 weeks and more: £360 per week

SPECIAL WINTER OFFER!
Get 20% off study with us in winter or spring.
Courses must take place between 04/11/2024 and 28/02/2025

Numbers of Weeks 22.5 hours per week*
1 to 6 weeks £360 per week
7 to 11 weeks £324 per week
12 to 19 weeks £316 per week
20 to 35 weeks £296 per week
36 weeks + £288 per week

*Morning + Afternoon Spoken performance & Morning + Afternoon Exam Preparation classes.

You can also combine this option with Spoken Performance in the afternoon, Exam Preparation (IELTS, CAE, CPE, FCE, TOIEC) in the afternoon, Business English in the afternoon or some privates lessons to create an intensive programme. We call these ‘Combi Courses’.

Outside the summer season, our groups are smaller and we may have to reduce the timetable accordingly.
For information on requirements for deposits, payment of fees and the refund policy, including the arrangements and deadlines for cancellations you can find our Terms and Conditions here

Morning Group Lessons + Private Lessons

Combining private English lessons with group sessions gives students the best of both worlds. Students can enjoy one-to-one learning and group participation in the same course. Combination Option English students can work with others in a relaxed atmosphere in the morning and receive intensive one-to-one English training in the afternoon whilst continuously benefiting from high-quality inlingua learning methods.

  • Hours per week 22.5 or 30 hours
  • Maximum class size 10 students (group sessions)
  • Start date Any Monday
  • Course length Flexible/minimum 1 week
  • Levels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
  • Nationality Mix Multinational (fluctuates with seasons)
  • Minimum Age 18+
  • Additional charges £60 Booking fee and from £30 for course material

2024 Prices

  • 15 hours (group lessons) + 7.5 hours (private lessons): £915 per week
  • 22.5 hours (group lessons) + 7.5 hours (private lessons): £1,020 per week 
  • 15 hours (group lessons) + 15 hours (private lessons): £1,485 per week

SPECIAL WINTER OFFER!
Get 20% off if study with us in winter.
Courses must take place between 04/11/2024 and 28/02/2025

Outside the summer season, our groups are smaller and we may have to reduce the timetable accordingly.
For information on requirements for deposits, payment of fees and the refund policy, including the arrangements and deadlines for cancellations you can find our Terms and Conditions here

 

Private Lessons

Private tuition is ideal if you require or prefer individual attention throughout your stay. You will learn in an effective, dynamic, professional and interactive way. This English course is the most flexible and you are in total control of the structure, topics, and pace of the lessons.

  • Hours per week from 15 to 30 hours
  • Maximum class size one-to-one
  • Start date Any Monday
  • Timetable Flexible
  • Course length Flexible/minimum 1 week
  • Levels From A1 CEFR (Beginner) to C1 CEFR (Advanced)
  • Nationality Mix Multinational (fluctuates with seasons)
  • Minimum Age 18+
  • Additional charges £60 Booking fee and from £30 for course material

Private tuition is available all year round with one of our experienced teachers. You will benefit from individual attention and lessons tailored to your needs and requirements. One-to-one tuition is available in blocks of 15, 22.5, and 30 hours per week. This option is ideal if you want to see fast progress in a short period of time. It is the most effective and intensive way to learn English or to brush up on existing skills. These lessons are 100% flexible: the structure of the course is personally tailored to suit your individual expectations.

You will notice your confidence and skills improving quickly and dramatically due to the intense nature of this fully focused bespoke programme designed only for you. You will improve your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills as well as your pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary while staying focused on your individual needs.

2024 Prices:

  • 15 hours per week: £1,140 per week
  • 22.5 hours per week: £1,710 per week 
  • 30 hours per week: £2,280 per week

SPECIAL WINTER OFFER!
Get 20% off study with us in winter.
Courses must take place between 04/11/2024 and 28/02/2025

Interested in booking a course?