178 General English courses

General English is the most popular course at Castleforbes College. Structured to provide the knowledge to deal with everyday situations. It is based around fun and dynamic lessons that will help you become fluent. Our methodology is founded on practice, conversation and entertainment. Our General English course will also teach you the idioms and colloquial terms used in everyday Irish culture, improving your communication skills in Ireland. This process will be done using a variety of textbooks, audio and video recordings, and group activities amongst students. Every student’s programme is overseen by our Director of Studies and teaching staff, from the first day to the last, supporting, answering questions and evaluating their progress as they follow their learning path. The school receives students from all over the world, as General English courses also allow students from outside the EU to learn English in Ireland with a Work-Study Visa.

This level is the first step for any person who is interested in learning the English language. It is especially useful for students who have never had any sort of experience in studying the language or those who have a very basic knowledge and understanding of the language.   

Elementary English course, A1-A2 level

English Language Course for adult students who want to study for 5 weeks and attend 25 hours of lessons per week. 

This General English tutoring course is designed for adult learners who want to improve their overall English language proficiency. Participants will focus on developing their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a variety of everyday contexts. Through interactive activities, discussions, and authentic materials, learners will gain confidence and fluency in using English for both social and practical purposes. Course Duration: 12 weeks (48 sessions) Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will: 1. Communicate confidently and effectively in English in various everyday situations. 2. Expand vocabulary and improve language accuracy. 3. Develop listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns. 4. Enhance reading comprehension skills for various types of texts. 5. Write accurately and coherently for different purposes. Course Outline: Week 1: Introduction to General English - Introduction to course objectives, expectations, and methodology - Assessment of participants' current language proficiency and individual learning goals - Overview of key language skills and areas of focus Week 2: Speaking and Conversation Skills - Developing oral communication skills for everyday conversations - Role-plays and discussions on common topics and situations - Enhancing fluency, pronunciation, and vocabulary in spoken English Week 3: Vocabulary Expansion - Expanding general vocabulary and idiomatic expressions - Exercises and activities to reinforce and practice new words and phrases - Incorporating vocabulary into oral and written communication Week 4: Grammar and Language Accuracy - Reviewing and reinforcing essential grammar rules and structures - Identification and correction of common errors in speaking and writing - Exercises and activities to improve language accuracy Week 5: Listening and Comprehension Skills - Developing listening skills to understand different accents and speech patterns - Authentic listening materials such as dialogues, podcasts, and videos - Strategies for understanding main ideas, details, and specific information Week 6: Reading and Comprehension Skills - Developing reading skills for different types of texts (articles, short stories, etc.) - Strategies for skimming, scanning, and understanding written information - Identifying main ideas, supporting details, and inferring meaning from context Week 7: Writing Skills: Emails and Messages - Improving writing skills for everyday correspondence (emails, messages, etc.) - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate tone - Polishing grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure in written communication Week 8: Writing Skills: Informal and Formal Writing - Developing writing skills for informal and formal purposes (letters, essays, etc.) - Techniques for organising ideas, supporting arguments, and expressing opinions - Practice exercises for clarity, coherence, and appropriate style in written communication Week 9: Pronunciation and Intonation - Developing clear and accurate pronunciation skills - Focus on individual sounds, stress, rhythm, and intonation patterns - Practice exercises and activities for improved spoken English Week 10: Everyday Practical English - Enhancing language skills for everyday practical situations (shopping, dining, etc.) - Role-plays and interactive exercises for real-life communication - Polishing conversational skills, expressions, and cultural understanding Week 11: Cultural Understanding and Communication - Understanding cultural nuances in English-speaking countries - Developing intercultural communication skills for effective interactions - Practising respectful and inclusive language in diverse environments Week 12: Review and Final Evaluation - Reviewing course content and addressing individual needs - Comprehensive review exercises for all language skills - Final evaluation and feedback session Note: This syllabus is a guideline and can be customised based on the specific needs, interests, and proficiency levels of the participants. The course may also include additional topics or activities to cater to learners' specific goals or areas of interest.

English Language Course for adults to study for 5 weeks and attend 21 hours of lessons per week.  

English Language Course for adult students who want to study for 5 weeks and attend 15 hours of lessons per week. 

Online tailored English course for all your needs with native English teachers.

The English Studio provides learners of English with the necessary language skills to become effective global communicators.

TOLES FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE IN LEGAL ENGLISH SKILLS WHY ATTEND Legal English is a different language from general English.  Just as lawyers in any particular country write in a different language from other people in that country, so do English lawyers.  Sentences are often structured differently in legal English. The words lawyers use are often centuries old and no longer commonly used in general English.  New prepositions must be learned and practiced.  When reading a commercial contract or a letter, there is new technical vocabulary to understand on every page. This course is designed to look at authentic rather than artificial legal context.  For this reason, there is a strong focus upon practical and authentic tasks, and upon candidates having a good grasp of terminology from the outset. The course takes account of significant language reforms in the English legal system and the legal profession's continued movement towards clearer use of English as recommended on Legal Practice courses at all major UK universities and legal training centers. The Test of English Legal English Skills (TOLES) governing body is a member of the International Division of the Law Society of England and Wales. Multi-national companies such as Allen & Overy LLP, Baker and McKenzie, PWC, KPMG, Sony Ericsson, European Court of Justice, European Central Bank and many more use TOLES training and exams to prepare their law professionals whose first language is not English for the international legal challenges. On the final day of the course, participants will take their TOLES Exam to earn the TOLES Foundation Certificate in Legal English Skills. COURSE METHODOLOGY The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing exercises and practice exams at the end of each day, culminating in sitting the TOLES Foundation Exam on the final day of the course. COURSE OBJECTIVES By the end of the course, participants will be able to: * Apply correct legal vocabulary when communicating with clients/law professionals and will be familiar with modern legal writing style * Recognize common mistakes in English and will be able to identify accurate prepositions and collocations within a legal context, particularly within the context of written contracts * Differentiate between the English legal system and the American legal system * Recognize improvements in their reading and comprehension skills of legal documents and demonstrate accurate written solutions within a legal context TARGET AUDIENCE This course is useful for law and legal professionals, translators, contract assistants and managers who already possess good general English and are now acquiring legal vocabulary, as well as those who are required to obtain a TOLES certification by their organization. TARGET COMPETENCIES * Legal vocabulary and grammar * Legal communication * Legal comprehension skills * Formal written contracts NOTE The Test of English Legal English Skills (TOLES)  governing body is a member of the International Division of the Law Society of England and Wales. Multi-national companies such as Allen & Overy LLP, Baker and McKenzie, PWC, KPMG, Sony Ericsson, European Court of Justice, European Central Bank and many more use TOLES training and exams to prepare their law professionals whose first language is not English for the international legal challenges. The TOLES Foundation level exam tests Legal reading and writing. The focus of the exam is on testing the absolute linguistic accuracy required of lawyers in a modern international office. This means accuracy in two main areas: technical legal vocabulary, and grammar. Vocabulary from commercial deals, company documents, commercial contracts, intellectual property agreements, financial documents and forms of business are tested, as well as legal terminology from other areas. Upon passing the exam, participants will receive the TOLES Foundation Certificate. * The Legal Profession * Working in law * Making a claim in civil court * Areas of law * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Banking * A new bank account * Working in a bank * Loans * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Contract Law * A contract case * More about precedent * The elements of a contract * The end of an offer * What is consideration * Contract and statute * Going to court * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Employment Law * Being an employer * An employment contract * How can an employment contract end? * Acting for an employee * Acting for an employer * An employment case * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Tort Law * What is the Law of Tort? * Types of Tort * The duty of care * More about negligence * A famous case in English law * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * Understanding Contracts - Part 1 * The style of written contract * Understanding formal expressions * Understanding technical words * Understanding archaic terms * Understanding some common words * The structure of a contract * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Business Law * Sole traders * Partnerships * A partnership agreement * Limited liability partnerships * Companies * Public and private limited companies * Incorporating a company * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * Modern Letter Writing * The layout of a letter * Dates * Complimentary close * References * Subject lines * The body of a letter * Putting a letter together * The register of letter writing * The content of a letter * Typical sentences in legal letters * Letter writing clinic * Correcting common mistakes in letter writing * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * The Language of Company Law * Who runs a company * Areas of company law * Directors * Company meetings * Company finance - a case study * Closing a company * Insolvent companies * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam practice * Understanding Contracts - Part 2 * Some typical contract clauses * Some important commercial vocabulary * Termination clauses * Intellectual property clauses * Warranty, indemnity and force majeure clauses * Vocabulary check * TOLES Foundation Exam