Life is busy. Make each minute count with our General English CEF courses which will improve your English confidence in just one month.
Follow proven CEF-approved courses which include focused sessions such as preparation for BULATS, a commonly used exam, so you can qualify for CEF reimbursement.
Course Content
Your teacher will motivate you to speak and practise English through practical tasks and activities. Interactive lessons will help you understand and use new grammar, vocabulary and skills.
For further details, please refer to the course outlines.
General English course outline
Course Aims
The core aim of this popular English course is to develop every aspect of your English by offering a balanced approach to speaking, writing, listening and reading. On the course, you will:
Demonstrating Progress
Assessment and counselling
Your teacher will be continually assessing you based on the core objectives of the course. You will be encouraged to reflect on your own performance with your teacher’s assistance. You will also be given regular language tests and written tasks. All of this will help you identify your strengths and areas of development, allowing your teacher to give you informed advice.
At the end of the course your teacher’s recommendation will determine whether you move to the next level.
Reports and certificates
At an established point in your course you will receive a report on your progress, areas for improvement and advice for future studies. You will receive a certificate at the end of the course if you have attended at least 75% of the classes and satisfactorily completed all relevant assessments.
Facilities for students
You will have free access to our self-study centre on the 3rd floor of our Admiralty centre. It contains a variety of materials, including CD-ROMs, videos, audiotapes and books.
Placement test and counselling
To register for your first British Council adult course you will take a placement test to assess your current level of English. A course counsellor will then help you select the course most suited to your needs and English level.
Book a placement test and counselling session
Level: Level 2, 3, 4, 6Beginner to Intermediate: 96 hours per level
Extra Offer:
One 2.5-hour FREE Active English session after completing 24 hours of study.
One 3-hour lesson per week or two 1.5-hour lessons per week
One level takes eight 1-month units to complete
General English (May Session 2012)
Course dates & timetable:General English (July Session 2012)
Course dates & timetable:General English (Aug Session 2012)
Free Active English Sessions
- The Active English Sessions will take place in July 2012 Timetable to be annouced later.
* Each student can sign up for only one session. Places are offered on a first-come-first-served basis.
* Enjoy this special privilege when you re-register to the next GE course.
* The sessions are subject to change without prior notice.
* For details or registration, please call the Customer Services at 2913 5100.
CONTINUING EDUCATION FUND
The British Council is a government-approved course provider for the Continuing Education Fund (CEF). Our General English courses have been included in the list of reimbursable courses for CEF purposes. More details
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