English Exam Preparation 20 lessons per week
Qualifications: International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
Levels: Pre-Intermediate - Level A2, Intermediate - Level B1, Upper Intermediate - Level B2, Advanced - Level C1, Proficient - Level C2
This course is designed to furnish students with the skills necessary to both speak and communicate in English, and to prepare for specific English language exams, like IELTS. By combining the two, students are able to develop a rounded knowledge of the language, and prepare for future professional or academic goals with the English language. The course is available as a morning or afternoon option, and lasts for 20 hours per week. It is available to levels from B1 upwards, as some English is required for the exam options.
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33 Gardiner Place, Dublin, Ireland
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The best part of the school was the quality of the teachers, they are quite dinamic and the lessons are very good. Also the accommodation (I was in the student apartments) was lovely, in the city cent...
I really enjoyed my time in this school.... It has a great atmosphere and very good teachers, I met so many friends that I will never forget!!!
I had a great time, they are very nice people, and is a very family-like school. Very disorganized, though.
The school and the teachers are good (especially Niamh –she is quite dynamic, talkative and efficient). So that, I'd recommend this school to my friends. However, I strongly do NOT recommend the ac...
Academia Bridge se ha interesado directamene por solucionar los problemas que surgieron en relación con el apartamento y nos han recompensado por los incovenientes que hemos tenido en la estancia. En...
A great experience, good teachers, good partners, i learnt and enjoyed a lot. I'm going to keep a good remembering of the school . I hope to see you again . My best wishes for everyone
La experiencia ha sido muy buena, aunque corta... Pienso que son necesarias dos semana mínimo ,la profesora muy buena y el trato en la escuela sobre todo de Poliana fue excelente ... Lo recomiendo a ...
All the staff very kind and efficient, specially Poliana...
I liked so much my time at Academic Bridge. I improved my English, met new friends and a new culture.
I have no words to say how good was my time at this school. I learned a lot, I had a great fun and also met really amazing people there. Beginning for the staffs that even when you are late receiving ...
The most important thing i saw in AB College was the teacher's commitment,i made lot of friends,very good cultural activities,i recomend it!
AB College gave me the opportunity to improve my communication skills in a very international enviroment with very nice extra activities.
Really good environment, recommended to all my close friends.
I like my school because i started with zero english and now i can understand and speak it.
The school is very good,i feel at my home,the people here are very kind,the teacher is very good,i can learn english every day and my very happy for this.
I’m happy in my school,i like my classroom,classmates and my teacher.
It is a perfect place to develop my communication skill, its perfect to practice my speaking skill and meet lot of people.
The school has a friendly and nice environment ,the teachers and the staff are welcoming.
Academic Bridge gave me the opportunity to improve my communication speaking skills. I gained the confidance to speak in public, improve my pronunciation and got know new people :)
I believe that my good experience was enhanced by the quality of the teachers and their ability to make us understand the things sometimes very hard to understand,i really liked Academic Bridge,it was...
I had a great experience on Academic Bridge,the classes are fun,the teachers are very communicative and push us to speak all the time,i truly recomend it!
Number of classrooms: 12
Average nº of student per classroom: 13
Minimum student age: 18
Level test on first day:
Distance from the airport: 9.2 km.
Closest airport: Dublin International Airport
Year school opened: 2010
School opening times: 9:00 - 18:00
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•Location: Academic Bridge College is located in an elegant building in one of Dublin’s historic areas, a short walk from O’Connell Street, the main street in Dublin city centre. Address: 33 Gardiner Place, Dublin 1, Ireland AB College Facilities: The school has spacious, bright and comfortable classrooms. The building has Wi-Fi, a reception area, a fabulous student area and a large open area at the rear of the building. Our large, bright classrooms have whiteboards, TVs and audio facilities. Language learning is a dynamic activity and our students have plenty of space in our classrooms to move around and interact with their fellow students while participating in communication games and other learning activities. The student area includes a canteen, a relaxation area and a computer area. The student area is the perfect place to make new friends and relax after class. There is also a quiet study area for those who wish to do homework etc. To the back of the school building there is a large open area where students can relax and enjoy the fantastic Irish weather! *Bright and spacious classrooms *Self-access library (books + DVDs) *Modern multi-media computer suite with free Internet access . *Free WiFi *Canteen *Free clubs including drama, music, movies, Irish culture and video production *Quiet student area to study *Large garden for parties and outdoor activities. General English course description: General English 15 and 30 (GE15 and GE30) With the main focus on communication skills, this 15-hour per week course also provides a solid foundation in conversation and the main linguistic skills such as reading, writing, listening and speaking. There is a core course book and workbook, which are supplemented by teachers with authentic materials such as newspapers, magazines, menus, manuals, brochures and a range of other sources. In the GE 30 students take classes in the morning and afternoon. Levels: A1 – C1 Timetable: Morning GE 15. From 9 am – 12:15 pm Afternoon GE 15. 1:45 pm – 5 pm Hours per week: 15 Morning + Afternoon GE30. From 9 am – 5 pm. Hours per week:30 Duration: 1 – 25 weeks Key points:
• Suitable for any student who wishes to improve their English in a less intensive way
• General ‘all-round’ approach
• Revision of major grammar and vocabulary at each level
• In-house examinations
• More time for out-of-class activities Award: Academic Bridge Certificate in English Entry requirements: Students should have a basic knowledge of English (A1 level). Those who are complete beginners will have to enter a one-to-one programme until A1 level is achieved.