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Learn English 2015 courses

80%

of our permanent English teachers are also qualified Teacher Trainers

Welcome to our Learn English brochure for 2015. This year is all about flexibility and more options to give you the best service possible.

Special group and individual services Every year we welcome hundreds of private groups and individuals to International House on specially designed programmes. Find out how we can help you and your organisation to get exactly what you want.

IH London levels

Cambridge ESOL

CEFR

TOEFL

TOEIC

7.5 – 9.0

102 – 120

910+

C1 Advanced

6.5 – 7.0

79 – 101

701 – 910

B2 Vantage

5.5 – 6.0

46 – 78

541 – 700

B1 Threshold

4.5 – 5.0

32 – 45

381 – 540

A2 Waystage

3.5 – 4.0

0 – 31

246 – 380

B2+ Pre-Advanced

These are just a few of the exciting new changes coming, what hasn’t changed is our commitment to quality and value. We’re a non-profit making organisation, an Educational Trust, any profits we make go towards promoting better education for all in our field.

B2 Upper Intermediate B1+ Mid Intermediate

You can find out more about the IH Trust and our charitable work on our website: www.ihlondon.com/ih-educational-trust

B1 Lower Intermediate

Come along and see what you think. We look forward to welcoming you.

A2+ Pre-Intermediate A2 Elementary

CEFR A2 Cambridge English: Key CEFR B1 Cambridge English: Preliminary CEFR B2 Cambridge English: First CEFR C1 Cambridge English: Advanced

Varinder Unlu Director of Studies, International House London

IELTS band

C2 Advanced Plus

1,000-1,400 hours

Virtual Language Coaching You will also be able to prepare for your programme online before you arrive and continue studying with us when you leave.

80% of our permanent teachers are qualified to train other people how to teach. This guarantees that they have advanced qualifications and extensive experience. What could be better than that?

www.testmylevel.com

700-800 hours

MyIHLondon In 2015 we will be launching our new online portal which will give you access to everything you need in one place, from useful pre-course arrival and tests, to resources and links to your online courses and training.

Our teachers We are very proud of our teachers here at International House London and we think they are some of the very best in the world. Our teachers are passionate, professional and committed to providing a rich learning experience.

500-600 hours

Fast customer service We have invested in new systems so that we can respond to you faster and keep in touch for longer.

The minimum level for our classes is Elementary (A2). You have the option to check your level with our free online test.

350-400 hours

Start any Monday All our General English programmes now start every Monday.

Test your level online

180-200 hours

At your service!

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CEFR Common European Framework Reference IELTS International English Language Testing System TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEIC Test of English for International Communication

CEFR C2 Cambridge English: Proficiency

Meet Varinder

www.ihlondon.com/englishvideo

* This is a guide only and your personal development will depend on the length and intensity of your programme, as well as your own motivation, attendance and ability.

Plan your course Options available Number of 55 minute lessons:

Mornings 09:00–12:00

Afternoons 13:15-15:15 15:1516:15

General English Hours per week

What this programme gives you

General English 15

13 hours & 45 minutes

High quality, structured English tuition, with plenty of free time too

General English 20

18 hours & 20 minutes

General English with five Special Focus classes each week

General English 25

22 hours & 55 minutes

General English with ten Special Focus classes, providing an intensive programme for ambitious learners

IELTS Preparation 15

13 hours & 45 minutes

Only IELTS preparation classes, taught by IELTS experts

IELTS Preparation 20

18 hours & 20 minutes

The IELTS preparation course with five additional Special Focus classes per week

IELTS Test Technique 25

22 hours & 55 minutes

Pure technique to help you practise specifically for the test day

Cambridge Preparation 15

13 hours & 45 minutes

A specialised preparation programme for Cambridge FCE, CAE or CPE

Cambridge Preparation 20

18 hours & 20 minutes

The Cambridge Preparation course with five additional Special Focus classes per week

Cambridge Preparation 25 Fast-track Summer only

22 hours & 55 minutes

A fast-track Cambridge Preparation course focusing only on the FCE and CAE exams

General English

General English Develop your English language skills for all aspects of life: •E nglish for real-life situations: using speaking, reading, writing and listening •E ight different levels so you can study with students at the same English level as you •S tudent-centred approach •L ots of individual support and encouragement • Creative and fun lessons

NEW FOR 2015!

• General English 20: there are two new IELTS options – Speaking & Vocabulary and Speaking & Listening • General English 25: there is a new summer-only Business option • A new Intensive English & Cultural Programme for the over 21s • IH London is one of the biggest national IELTS testing centres in the UK. Why not take an IELTS test at the end of your course, to get an internationally recognised certificate?

12:1513:10

Extra Study Options

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IELTS Preparation

Special Focus Classes Use these optional extra study classes to: • Focus on particular skills, such as grammar, listening, writing, vocabulary and reading • Expand your vocabulary • Express yourself more clearly • Become a more independent learner

Cambridge Preparation • Preparation for Cambridge English: First (FCE), Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) • A clear focus on exam techniques and strategies • Regular assessment with your teacher throughout your course • Regular practice tests by your teacher • Motivating, smaller classes with lots of attention and support from your teacher • At least two hours of integrated homework and self-study assignments each day

Cambridge Preparation

IELTS Preparation The IELTS exam is recognised by Britain, Australia, New Zealand and Canada as an accepted test of language ability for university entrance. Tell us the score you need and we will work out a study plan with you. If you are lower than mid-intermediate (B1+), you may need to start with General English before you join the preparation class.

You can book an IELTS test date with IH London on your first day in the school

See the website for more details www.ihlondon.com/learn-english

This is our most popular programme at IH London, and now you can start any Monday. These options are all available at eight levels of English from A2 – Elementary through to C2 – Advanced/Proficiency. Mornings 09:00-12:00

Afternoons 12:15-13:10

Afternoons 13:15-15:10

General English 15

15 lessons per week 13 hours & 45 minutes per week

General English 20

20 lessons per week 18 hours & 20 minutes per week

General English 25

25 lessons per week 22 hours & 55 minutes per week

NEW: start any Monday Average class size:

Maximum:

Standard Programme: In the morning you follow our most popular core General English programme, which builds your confidence and communication skills in all areas of language – speaking, listening, pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, writing and grammar. Every Monday you discuss your learning objectives with your teacher for a more personalised learning programme.

Add an extra five lessons per week

OR add an extra ten lessons per week

Options may include: • Speaking & Grammar • Speaking & Listening • Speaking & Vocabulary • Speaking & Writing • Speaking & Reading • IELTS Speaking & Vocabulary • IELTS Speaking & Listening

Options may include: • Let’s Talk: Speaking & Pronunciation • Masterclass: To improve your confidence and fluency in spoken English • Study Skills: Concentrate on reading, writing and text analysis to help improve your literacy skills • Business English: (July and August only) focusing on the language most needed in the world of work

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Prepare for IELTS

See the website for more details www.ihlondon.com/exam-centre

IH London is now one of the largest national providers of IELTS testing, and we have also expanded our range of IELTS preparation courses. IELTS Test Techniques is a new, fast track course which runs for one week with start dates every week. All of our courses are taught by experienced trainers with specific knowledge about IELTS.

IELTS test technique

IELTS test skills

English language development

Extra focus on listening, speaking, reading or writing

Guaranteed place on IELTS test in London

IELTS Preparation 15 4, 8 weeks

IELTS Preparation 20 4, 8 weeks

IELTS Test Technique 25 1 week Primary focus of the course

Secondary focus of the course

Not covered on the course

IELTS Preparation 15

IELTS Preparation 20

IELTS Test Technique 25

15 lessons per week 13 hours & 45 minutes per week 13:15-16:15 Max 12 students per class on all three courses

20 lessons per week 18 hours & 20 minutes per week 12:15-16:15

25 lessons per week 22 hours & 55 minutes per week 09:00-12:00 & 13:15-15:15

• Combine the IELTS Preparation 15 course with an additional five lessons per week of Special Focus classes • Options may include: • Speaking & Grammar • Speaking & Listening • Speaking & Vocabulary • Speaking & Writing • Speaking & Reading • IELTS Speaking & Vocabulary • IELTS Speaking & Listening

• Fast track programme to help you optimise your score • Learn approaches to help you prepare for all parts of the test • Self-study advice and teacher assessments • Coursebooks, past papers other learning materials provided

You can choose your study options on your first day. These more focused lessons will allow you to refine your language skills in the areas which need the most attention.

Now starts every week

This afternoon programme concentrates on the academic language you will need to succeed with the IELTS exam. You will also cover test strategies, and learn how to analyse text and data and how to write about them during the exam.

Minimum start level:

4.5

Cambridge exam courses

See the website for more details www.ihlondon.com/exam-centre/ cambridge-exams

The Cambridge Suite of exams provides a more thorough test of your English than the IELTS test, the exams are longer, and take place over more than one day. These are a great way to test all your skills in English, and the exams are all internationally recognised.

Cambridge Preparation 15

Cambridge Preparation 20

15 lessons per week 13 hours & 45 minutes per week 13:15-16:15

20 lessons per week 18 hours & 20 minutes per week 12:15-16:15

Cambridge English: First (FCE), Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

• Learn the skills and language you need for the exam at your level • Work on exam techniques and testtaking strategies, including at least one full practice exam • Develop your other key skills – speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar • Free time in the morning for structured self-study or to take one of our other courses

• Combine Cambridge exam preparation with a focus on a specific area of English you need to improve • Course includes afternoon Cambridge exam preparation (our Cambridge Standard course) with an additional five lessons per week of Special Focus classes • Options may include: • Speaking & Grammar • Speaking & Listening • Speaking & Vocabulary • Speaking & Writing • Speaking & Reading

Max 12 students per class Help yourself to exam success! You will also have full access to our Self Access Centre and extensive library, where you can keep practising for your IELTS test and Cambridge exams.

You can choose your Special Focus class on your first day. These more focused lessons will allow you to refine your language skills in the areas which need the most attention.

Cambridge Preparation 25 Fast-track Summer only 25 lessons per week 22 hours & 55 minutes per week 09:00-12:00 & 13:15-15:15 Cambridge English: First (FCE) and Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Intensive morning and afternoon programme over six weeks during the summer. •D evelop the skills and language you need for the exam at your level •W ork on exam techniques and testtaking strategies, including at least one full practice exam •D evelop your other key skills – speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar •E very part of the course keeps a tight focus on preparing you for the exam you plan to take

30 lessons per week for 2 weeks 27.5 hours per week, inclusive of two half days cultural excursions Maximum group size: 8 Minimum level: Low Intermediate (B1) Minimum age: 21 International House London’s Executive Centre has offered this very special intensive General English programme for over 15 years. IH London was one of the very first organisations to take English teaching outside the classroom. This programme combines the best of IH London’s trainers, with the best that London has to offer. This short course is ideal for highly motivated people who have a limited amount of time in which to improve their English, and who also enjoy exploring London. Participants will be well travelled, experienced professionals who have an inquiring mind. The special features of this course are: • Learning based on motivating topic areas • Trainer-led visits to places of special interest in London. These match the topics studied and may include the Houses of Parliament, a school, gallery, brewery or police station • Intensive practice and correction of new expressions

Minimum age:

21 35

See the website for more details www.ihlondon.com/ englishexperience

Average age:

Topic

Examples

International issues

• International current affairs • The EU • Globalisation

Design

• Cities and architecture • Art – talking about pictures

Food and drink

• Celebrity chefs • Favourite/Traditional recipes • National cuisine – comparison

Visual arts

• TV dramas/arts • Films and cinema • Dance/Musicals

Leisure

• Reading and writers • Music

The media

• The press • The internet

Science and technology

• New technologies • Renewable energies

London

• Institutions and systems • History and development • Current issues in the city

The environment

• Global issues/warming/pollution/ sustainability • Greenpeace/the Arctic

English in context

• Small talk • Talking about work • On the phone • Emails • Shopping/Money/Banking

Accommodation

The English Experience

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Home comforts

We understand that when you’re staying away from home it’s important to have a place where you feel comfortable with your surroundings. We have a wide choice of safe and approved accommodation on offer so we can cater for everyone’s needs.

Homestay is a low-cost way to stay in London and live like a local person

The advantage of staying with a host provider is that you stay with native speakers.”

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Accommodation We know how important it is to have the right accommodation. Our dedicated team will help you to find the best solution for your needs.

Liberty House halls of residence Liberty House consists of two residences located in central London. Both residences are within walking distance of Angel, Barbican and Old Street underground stations, a 15 minute tube ride to IH London.

Homestay A great form of low-cost accommodation where you stay with local people. Choose bed and breakfast only for more flexibility, or select evening meals if you prefer to eat at home.

The residence offers single and studio apartments. Studio apartments are self-contained with a fully fitted kitchen and spacious living/study area.

Most accommodation is 40-50 minutes from the school using London’s excellent underground and bus routes.

I like students to feel relaxed, like a member of the family.” Clare, homestay provider

Meet one of our homestay providers www.ihlondon.com/host

House/flat share This accommodation comprises a single or twin room in a house or flat shared with other students. This option is self-catered and there is no host living in the house. A twin room can be booked if two students come together. Room options: • Single room • Twin room (with friend) • Dormitory room (with 3-5 students) House or flat sharing is one of the most sociable ways in which to live and you will have the opportunity to meet a range of students from different countries and cultures.

Students in single apartments share a kitchen and a spacious living area. All rooms have en suite bathrooms and are furnished with a single bed, desk, chair and wardrobe. Telephone and data points are provided for high-speed internet access. NIDO NIDO residences offer stylish, spacious and well-designed studio apartments with modern furnishings and finishes. The beautiful King’s Cross residence is located close to King’s Cross station. It is 20-25 minutes’ walk from the school, or two stops on the underground. This residence can take bookings of four weeks or more. Some rooms in King’s Cross have amazing views of central London that you won’t ever get tired of waking up to. All studios are en suite and equipped with a kitchenette and ample storage. The residence is fully equipped with many great facilities such as free Wi-Fi throughout the building, a fitness centre, a café offering a variety of grab ‘n’ go options, along with lunch and dinner options, a large screening room – free to use at any time – as well as a games space equipped with a jukebox, pool tables and football tables. Table tennis is also available in the fitness studio.

Find out more about accommodation options

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London Lodge London Lodge is a boutique-style guest house located in Kilburn in north-west London on the Jubilee underground line. It is ideal for students who want something different to staying with a host family and who want to be with other IH London students. Most rooms at London Lodge are en suite but a limited number of standard rooms are also available. Internet is available on request. You can choose to have breakfast only, or breakfast and dinner every day. There are no self-catering facilities.

Social Programme

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Making new friends

I went on the weekend day trips to Oxford, Cambridge and Bath – all organised through James.”

IH London’s popular Social Programme offers students the opportunity to experience cultural highlights and top attractions in London and around the UK. When you arrive at the school you can choose from a range of free and paid daily activities. All activities are designed to help you practise speaking English. They are more than just fun – they are an excellent way to improve your understanding of the language, speed up your progress, socialise with students from different nationalities, and make new friends.

James, our Social Programme Manager www.ihlondon.com/james

Typical outings include the London Eye, Madame Tussauds, Wembley Stadium and West End shows such as The Lion King. We also arrange day trips to some of England’s other popular cities such as Oxford and Windsor, and even a Eurostar trip to Paris.

Sample programme WEEK 1

WEEK 2

WEEK 3

WEEK 4

Monday

Visit to the National Portrait Gallery

World Photography Festival exhibition

Ten pin bowling

Madame Tussauds

Tuesday

The Championships Wimbledon tennis

Improve your English pronunciation (free)

Italian and Spanish lessons (free)

The Lion King musical

Wednesday Discover Soho and

IMAX 3D cinema trip

Champions League Football game

Visit to The Ice Bar

Thursday

London Eye

Phantom of the Opera musical

Salsa Dance Class

Football in Regent’s Park (free)

Friday

Traditional English Afternoon Tea

Pub night with live music

Theatre – Macbeth by William Shakespeare

Pacha club night

Saturday

Harry Potter walking tour

Weekend trip to Paris by Eurostar

Visit to Tower of London and Tower Bridge

Full day tour of Oxford, Stratford & the Cotswolds

Sunday

Full day tour of Oxford and Windsor

Weekend trip to Paris by Eurostar

Full day tour of Stonehenge and Bath

Full day tour of Cambridge

Covent Garden (free)

Our Social Programme is extremely popular and gives you even more chance to practise your English

Tailor-made programmes for groups and individuals Special group services We offer a range of special services for: • Schools • School teachers • Government organisations • Agencies Closed group options We can build a range of different ‘closed group’ and or combination programmes to meet the needs of your group. ‘Closed group’ means that your group studies together, and has a special course or package. ‘Open group’ means that you study with an international mix of students from around the world. Here are some of the most popular closed group options: • Closed group English programmes • Programmes for English teachers which combine English skills with teaching methodology • Focus on a specialist subjects, such as business English, exam preparation • Programmes which combine English with London sightseeing • Super-intensive programmes of six lessons per day (or more)

Combine your programme in London with another IH school We can make arrangements for you to visit another IH school before or after your stay in London, including help with transfers and accommodation. UK sightseeing trips We can also combine a stay in London with a whole tour of the UK’s most popular tourist locations, including and delivering you to your departure airport.

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One-to-One individual training We also offer individual ‘One-to-One’ courses where you work with your own teacher on the areas which need special attention or specialist knowledge. You can combine a morning General English programme with afternoon One-to-One lessons. Examples of popular One-to-One options: • Very intensive personal exam preparation • Individual young learner courses (with a parent present in the school) • Confidence building and pronunciation work • Presentation skills Masterclass • Language training with high confidentiality and discretion for people in the public eye • Specialist teaching including accent training, on location on film sets and in studios • Training for diplomacy and international relations • Virtual language coaching

Coming soon in 2015 How you like to learn

Level

Personal Programme Proposal

Objectives

Your IHL Study Programme

Objectives

Further study with IHL

• Recommended course duration

• Daily review by your teacher

• Examples:

• Programme type – blended, face to face, online

• Bi-weekly progress check & action plan

• Weekly progress check & action plan

• IELTS score

• Recommended actions

• Practice lesson times

• Weekly attendance check

• Skills improvement

• Next review date

• Greater confidence

• Virtual language coaching options

Your commitment

• Lesson plans & timetables • Extra study options/ recommended actions

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IH LONDON

Personal Learning Plan

MyIHLondon

IH DUBLIN

IH BRISTOL

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• Weekly group needs analysis • Formal progress check every four weeks

Welcome to MyIHLondon Keep learning and stay in touch with IH London wherever you are in the world with our new virtual space. MyIHLondon is an online platform accessible on any device connected to the internet.

Track your progress Once you’ve started your programme, we’ll keep your records of course work, attendance, teacher’s comments and notes, and extra learning resources all together in a safe space for you to use on the course and post-course.

Security As it is your own secure space, you can use MyIHLondon to complete important information online, take your level test, tell us about your requirements and lots more.

Connect to your virtual coach or study online If you are studying an online or blended course, you’ll be able to access the entire course through MyIHLondon, upload your assignments, give and receive feedback, and talk to your trainer and other participants all in the same place.

• Exam success

• Cultural awareness

• Further study options

To find out more about MyIHLondon, and what it can offer, please visit our website at www.ihlondon.com/myihlondon

Contact us for more help and support: Online: www.ihlondon.com/contact Telephone: +44 (0)20 7611 2400 Find out more online: www.ihlondon.com

Ask us a question if you’re unsure… we’re here to help! www.ihlondon.com/ contact

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