We’ll be your guide as you explore the English language
Learn English to enhance and expand your career options and open up the world of education. The courses offered by EC are suitable for all levels of understanding, and are designed to focus on the area of your choice.
Choose an Academic, Business or General English Course and study in the company of like-minded individuals from all over the world in exciting cities like New York, London or Los Angeles.
With the help of supportive, experienced teachers, state of the art facilities and the very best teaching materials, you’ll enjoy a life-changing experience and leave with the skills needed to pursue your dream.
The Orange Carpet Experience
EC’s Orange Carpet Experience was the Silver Star Award winner in the 2016 UK Customer Experience Awards, setting a new standard for student care in our industry. The award recognises organisations for excellence in customer service, and our goal is to continue showing you what it means to be a VIP. From the moment you book with us until you complete your journey, you will always know you’re our star!
The EC Promise and what it means to you
Here at EC, our aim is simple. We’re here to help you set achievable goals, and give you the support you need to reach them. We provide the knowledge of language learning, the learning environment and social programme you need to make the most of your stay.
Our unique EC Promise means that, as long as you follow your personalised learning programme, we promise that your English will improve.
Dublin
Famous for its relaxed atmosphere and friendly people. Learn English in Dublin, Ireland’s small capital city, full of character, culture and entertainment. Dublin is famous for its relaxed, easygoing atmosphere and fun, friendly people. Dublin should be your choice if you are looking to learn somewhere lively, with a young population, where it’s easy to speak to people and there’s always something to do. Our English school has state of the art facilities to help you learn and is located close to the city’s best attractions with convenient access to public transport.
Learn English in Dublin
Improve your level and maximise your ability to use English with our most popular course.
- General English (20 lessons per week) will give you a practical understanding of the English language and take you all the way to fluency. See your confidence improve as we train you in all four communication skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
- Intensive English (30 lessons per week) includes the above General English classes and also allows you to personalise your course by taking an additional 10 lessons per week across a wide selection of electives.
Learn English while experiencing all the sights, sounds and spirit of Dublin
If you are looking to develop fluency, target core skills, and truly experience your destination through its language, this dynamic course is your gateway to practical use of English.
- This Special Focus Programme combines 20 lessons of General English with 10 lessons focused on language study inspired by your destination, for a complete intensive experience that is tailored to you and your personal reasons for learning.
- Spend one lesson each week outside of the classroom with classmates, learning English and getting to know the local area.
English opens many doors in life and can be your route to a successful future.
Real immersion
Get outdoors and learn English while directly experiencing the sights and spirit of your chosen destination. This is a unique, natural and authentic way to use and improve your English. Practise your English with local people in real situations.
Core English
This course builds your General English skills, and focuses on the language you will need in everyday situations. So in future, wherever you are, you will be able to express yourself clearly and confidently. Improve your speaking, listening and writing.
Special focus
You will spend one lesson each week outside of the classroom with your class, visiting places of interest and engaging in activities in the local area.
Themed Lessons
Structured classroom study will also support each theme, with themes changing weekly. These could include: 'Business English - Tours of Local Businesses', 'Describing Art & Culture - Museum Tours', and 'Talk like a Local - Neighbourhood Visits'.
Learn everything you need to know about English for Work in Dublin
Take an English for Work course at EC and you’ll be ready to take on opportunities in all parts of the globe.
The highly specialised teaching we offer will enable you to communicate in all situations, confident when interacting with colleagues and able to use the English language to achieve highly specific aims.
- As well as improving your English, you’ll develop many other workplace skills. The ability to solve problems, prepare for meetings and argue for your point of view will prove invaluable as your career advances.
- There are plenty of social activities to help you make the most of your time in Dublin and Academic Extras to maximise your practice time, with activities including language workshops and conversation classes.
If you want the freedom and flexibility to be able to pursue the career of your choice anywhere in the world, English for Work could be the Special Focus Programme for you. English is the international language of finance, science and a host of other sectors, and this course will leave you feeling confident, fully equipped and able to follow the pathway you choose.
Reach your potential
Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This course will enhance your English language skills in a manner specifically designed for the workplace.
True language immersion
You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course.
Free language workshops
Free language workshops take place in an informal setting and target specific linguistic skills. Expect interesting lectures, topical conversation sessions and pronunciation practice.
Social Activities
Social activities will take in the most lively and interesting areas of the city you choose to base yourself in. Enjoy everything from city tours, the arts, sports, dining, shopping and nightlife.
IELTS exam success in Dublin
Our IELTS exam classes in Dublin focus on three key areas to help you achieve a great score quickly and easily: helpful exam strategies, effective exam thinking, and studying only the English you need to pass the test.
- An IELTS qualification is required by most British, Canadian, Australian, Maltese and South African universities, and in some cases, American academic institutions.
Let EC Dublin guide you towards IELTS exam success.
At EC, our teachers are trained and experienced in getting you to approach the exams strategically. They will teach you how to take the exam using a solid methodology that will bring you closer to your goals.
IELTS Expertise
All of the teachers offering IELTS exam preparation are experts in the exam itself. They know exactly what the IELTS exam demands of students and will provide you with the information you need, as well as the confidence in your own ability to use English.
Fulfil Your Potential
No matter how confident you may be of your English language skills, our IELTS Exam Preparation will provide the extra help needed to guarantee a strong performance. Aspects such as grammar, idioms and vocabulary will all be covered in depth, leaving you better equipped than ever.
Exam Technique
They say that practice makes perfect, and at EC you’ll find out just how true that is. We use past exam papers on the IELTS exam preparation course, so you’ll know exactly what to expect when the time comes. The combination of teacher support and actual practise will leave you prepared for whatever may appear on the exam.
Total Support
Your teachers will be there to guide and monitor you through every stage of the course. By tracking your progress and constantly providing feedback, they’ll be able to create a personalised study plan that’s tailor-made for your requirements, working to your strengths and helping with your weaknesses. With our full support you’ll face your IELTS exam with total confidence.
Spend an Academic Semester/Year in Dublin
Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This programme is for students who study for 24 weeks or more.
- You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course.
- As your English and your confidence improve, you will broaden your horizons and gain a huge advantage in your chosen career or education.
- On a personal level, studying abroad will give you incredible experiences. You will challenge yourself, become more independent and make lasting international friendships.
Choose from three course levels: General English, Semi-Intensive English, and Intensive English. Each level can be tailored to help you achieve fluency while challenging yourself and developing life-long friendships.
Reach your potential
Taking the time to seriously focus on your English will open up unlimited opportunities for you. This programme is for students who study for 24 weeks or more.
True language immersion
You will develop fluency, accuracy and appropriate uses of English across all four language skills. You will benefit from excellent guidance, monitoring and feedback throughout this course.
Free language workshops
Free language workshops take place in an informal setting and give you more opportunities to practice your language skills. Expect interesting lectures, topical conversation sessions and pronunciation practice.
Social Activities
Social activities will take you to some of the most lively and interesting areas of the city you choose to study in Enjoy everything from city tours, the arts, sports, dining, and nightlife.
Accommodation options to suit your lifestyle, budget and needs. You can live with other EC students or in a homestay with local English speakers.
Residences often have lively atmospheres suitable for anyone who loves socialising. Our accommodation options are convenient for public transport, making it easy for you to get to school.
If you choose a Homestay, you will live with local English speakers and experience an authentic lifestyle. You will live as your hosts live, eat what they eat, and spend time at home together. Many students enjoy the home-cooked meals and the extra feeling of security in a homestay.
Whether you’ve booked a homestay or residence, you’ll always receive a warm, personal welcome. All our hosts are fully briefed on how to make you feel comfortable and well-prepared for your first day of lessons. At our residences, an EC representative will be available at the weekend to help you with anything you need and answer any questions.
Homestay
A twin or single room in the heart of the local community. Get a genuine feel for life in the city of your choice by staying in a local home. The Standard Homestay offers access to a shared bathroom, whilst Comfort Homestay students have en-suite facilities. All the security and comfort of home and a relaxing base from which you study.
Residence
Socialise with like-minded people from all over the world and live independently while enjoying and exploring your chosen destination together, giving you many opportunities to practise your English skills.