•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.
