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CONTENTS 03 WHERE WE ARE
The capital of Celtic Ireland
04 IRELAND
Discover the Emerald Isle
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GALWAY
The Cultural Heart of Ireland
06 ATLANTIC LANGUAGE GALWAY Learn English the Irish Way
08 ACADEMIC STANDARDS & STAFF Quality educational standards
09 ADULT COURSES
General English and Examination Preparation Courses
14 TEACHER COURSES
Designed for non-native teachers of English
15 UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS New course Start your future in Ireland
19 JUNIORS
Short-stay and International Summer Schools for Teenagers Galway and Sligo
24 HIGH SCHOOL YEAR New course One unforgettable school year in Ireland
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25 ACCOMMODATION Irish hospitality
29 SOCIAL ACTIVITES
Experience a wide range of social and cultural activities
30 ATLANTIC COLLEGE Some courses are subject to a sufficient number of students. This document is intended as a guide to courses. Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of information. Atlantic Language Galway reserves the right to make changes to any content in the document.
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...life-long learning with courses in business and social studies
Language Galway
Where we are The capital of Celtic Ireland, Galway sits quietly on the west coast of Ireland. It is a crossroad, a place where people meet and create a unique cultural diversity and entertainments Galway is located on the west coast of Ireland. Many students who visit Ireland choose to arrive through Dublin or Shannon Airport. From Dublin it is possible to continue to Galway by air, daytime hourly coach or train. From Shannon there is a daytime regular coach service. When students arrive to Galway city centre they can transfer to their accommodation by taxi without any difficulty. Atlantic Language Galway offers a range of transfer option from a meeting and greeting service where students are met at the airport of arrival by our representative and directed to their onward transport, to a transfer from the point of arrival to their accommodation. Please contact the school for further details of these services and charges.
flying to ireland Airline
Website
Aer Lingus
www.aerlingus.com
Ryanair
www.ryanair.com
Iberia Airlines
www.iberia.com
Lufthansa
www.lufthansa.com
KLM
www.klm.com
GALWAY •
• Dublin
• London • Amsterdam
• Berlin Warsaw •
• Prague
• Paris
• Vienna
distances • Zurich Dublin - Galway
218 km
Shannon - Galway
88 km
Sligo - Galway
141 km
Cork - Galway
199 km
Cork - Dublin
252 km
Dublin - Belfast
168 km
Sligo - Belfast
197 km
• Rome • Lisbon
• Madrid
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Ireland Take medieval cities, add in lush landscapes and dramatic scenery, mix with cosy pubs and lively cultural festivals, and you have just some of the ingredients that have made learning English in Ireland an unforgettable experience
RESOURCES DISCOVER IRELAND
www.discoverireland.ie www.ireland.com www.tourismireland.com www.lonelyplanet.com/ireland
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James Joyce, U2 and the creators of Riverdance are just some of the artists that have taken their inspiration from these surroundings, entertaining people all over the world. International education is nothing new for Ireland: Irish monasteries were recognised as important centres of education some one thousand five hundred years ago. This tradition has continued through the ages, and now that it is so easy to travel to Ireland, many choose to come here, not only to learn, but also to live the wonderful range of experiences that Ireland has to offer. Ireland is an is-
land which is both old and new. Steeped in centuries of history and cultural traditions, surrounded by a landscape that changes from rolling green countryside to rugged towering cliffs, the four million or so inhabitants have embraced both tradition and modernity. While much has changed over the past twenty years as the island has rapidly modernised, the genuine welcome and hospitality of the Irish is still a deep-seated tradition and that they love to talk and talk continues to be an undisputed fact. Ireland is a place of wonder, a place to explore, discover and learn. |
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Galway TESTIMONIAL MY EXPERIENCE “My stay in Galway was perfect. It’s a beautiful city and I enjoyed it a lot. I met a lot of people from many different countries and for me it’s great! I travelled a lot around Ireland and it’s beautiful! I want to come back!”
Named the “Cultural Capital of Ireland”, Galway promises lots of entertainment and a constant line up of excellent festivals throughout the year
Eulalia ROCA Tarragona SPAIN
Sheltered from the great Atlantic Ocean by the picturesque Galway Bay, the city of Galway is one of the most western cities in Europe but its location does not mean that it is isolated. A port city, trade with countries far and wide has been a long tradition in Galway. Today, it continues this considerable history by welcoming people from even more countries. It is a crossroads, a place where people meet, coming from different directions, a lively and bustling place which boasts an amazing cultural diversity. Known as the cultural capital of Ireland,
Galway is a small but vibrant university city with a population of 72,000. It is renowned the world over for its music, both traditional and modern, for its theatre and performing arts and, perhaps most of all, for its many festivals throughout the year. Galway people are friendly and helpful people who are proud of their city and their region, and happy to show it to the world, as they have been doing for many hundreds of years. They have much to show.
The city of Galway is a maze of small, winding streets filled with shops, traditional pubs, street performers, weekend markets and some of Ireland’s finest restaurants. There is much more outside too as the city is a gateway to explore the striking scenery of the West of Ireland, from the magnificent Cliffs of Moher that face the Atlantic Ocean to the unspoilt karst Burren to the isolation of the Aran Islands off the coast, unique for their language – Irish (Gaelic) is spoken here as a mother tongue – archaeology and heritage. |
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The school Located in the heart of Galway city, Atlantic Language Galway is a premium-choice English language school. Established in 1993, the school is recognised and accredited by the Irish Government’s Department of Education and Science
ATLANTIC LANGUAGE GALWAY, established
in 1993 in the heart of Galway city, is a premium-choice English Language school. Atlantic Language Galway has established an often-remarked-on reputation for its friendly and personal atmosphere, its internationally mixed classes and its attention to high academic standards of English teaching proved by winning the Language Travel Magazine Award for “Best English Language School Europe 2009”. Being situated in the West of Ireland, the traditions of providing a warm and hearty welcome are important at Atlantic Language Galway. So too is the unique culture of the West which offers much to explore and visit giving students the valuable opportunity of taking their learning from the classroom to the outside world, practicing their skills in English while enjoying what the West of Ireland has to offer, ensuring that time spent at Atlantic Language Galway will be time well spent.
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Language Galway
LOCATION
The school is located in the heart of Galway city. After class students can stroll through the bustling streets of the city and soak up the ambiance. The streets are lined with cosy cafés, bars, restaurants and street performers. The school is located opposite the bus station, providing frequent services to and from Dublin and Shannon Airports. The train station at the back of the school is also easily accessible with several trains running daily to various towns and cities in Ireland.
MODERN BUILDING
Atlantic Language Galway is located on the top floor of a distinctive twenty-first century modern glass building. Carefully designed and built as a language school, classrooms are glass-walled and filled with natural light, which flows into the central area of the school. This creates a bright, spacious and ideal learning environment and a place where students can spend time with their friends over coffee breaks or chat, meet up or study after classes.
We believe feedback is important as “ it helps us provide a better experience and service for all students”Atlantic Language
NATIONALITY MIX
Atlantic Language Galway is very proud of its extensive nationality mix. Each year we welcome students from across the globe to come and study English. Students are excited and happy to meet others from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. They develop strong friendships and have the opportunity to share their many different experiences. This is especially true on occasions like International Food Day, celebrated each term, when students can sample the cuisine of others.
SCHOOL FACILITIES › Free access to internet services is avail-able in the school with 17 fixed points in addition to WiFi access for laptop users › School library service with an expanding range of books, audiobooks and DVDs that may be borrowed by students › Our bookshop carries books that are useful for students seeking to get the most from their study time › Study room facilities are available where students may continue their own study in the comfort of the school › The school’s roof-top location provides a roof garden with panoramic views of the city and Galway Bay › New school café with a wide variety of delicious coffees, teas, freshly made sandwiches, soups and pastries
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Quality educational standards Personal attention and one-to-one contact are hallmarks of the work of the Academic and Administration Department ATLANTIC LANGUAGE STAFF
Each member of the Atlantic Language Galway team commit themselves to their roles in the areas of teaching, registration, accommodation, administration, marketing and catering. Our teachers are university graduates who have special qualifications to teach English as a foreign language. Many members of the teaching staff have extensive academic and general experience stretching over many years from teaching in Ireland and in other countries. Because Atlantic Language Galway has small class sizes it is possible for teachers to individually know each student and to have an interest in their learning experiences and an awareness of their particular needs. The Student Welfare Officer is available to students daily to ensure that the school can maintain a personal contact with students and offer a point of contact for questions or for assistance. Social, cultural and other activity programmes are also coordinated by the Student Welfare Officer. The school’s Accommodation Managers are also on hand to help with any questions that students may have regarding accommodation or living in Ireland.
QUALITY OF ACADEMIC STANDARDS
Professionalism, excellence and innovation have helped Atlantic Language Galway build its reputation for quality educational standards. The Academic Department, managed by a Director and Assistant Director of Studies, ensures that each student is individually tested and placed in a class level appropriate to their abilities. The progress of each student is frequently monitored so that there is always an academic challenge throughout their stay.
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ADULT COURSES
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General English Atlantic Language Galway offers a broad range of courses that have been carefully designed and prepared to meet the general and particular needs of the students who choose us as their location to learn and enhance their English language skills GE1 STANDARD GENERAL ENGLISH
The Standard General English course is structured to provide a solid grounding and improvement in the core language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. This course is offered in the morning class periods, is open to students from beginner to advanced levels and focuses on a communicative approach to learning.
GE2 INTENSIVE GENERAL ENGLISH
Including all the elements of Standard General English (GE1) above, this course complements the work of morning classes with a focus on additional conversation-based activities in an afternoon group class. Intensive General English encourages communicative interaction through pair work, role play etc.
GE1P5 STANDARD GENERAL ENGLISH PLUS 5 PRIVATE LESSONS Students who wish to complement their Standard General English study with individual tuition find this course option of considerable benefit. Group classes in the morning are supplemented with one hour of tailored intensive tuition in the afternoon. A personal programme for individual tuition is worked out and agreed with the tutor at the beginning of classes and may be reviewed as necessary.
MORE ALL COURSES › LEVELS: Beginner to Advanced › CLASS SIZE: 14 maximun › MINIMUN BOOKING: 2 weeks › AVAILABLE: Year-round (GE1P5 Low season only)
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TIMES. ADULT COURSES. GENERAL ENGLISH
GE1
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 15 hours tuition per week in twenty 45 minute classes
GE2
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 13:30-15:00, 22.5 hours tuition per week in thirty 45 minute classes
GE1P5
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 15 hours tuition per week in twenty 45 minute classes plus five 60 minute individual classes in the afternoon
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Business English This course is specifically designed for students who are interested in developing their general English language skills in a business context. A well planned course schedule guarantees students to cover the main areas for their Business study GE1B GENERAL BUSINESS ENGLISH
General Business English is designed specifically for students who are interested in developing their general English language skills and enhancing these for work in a business setting. This course combines group Standard General English morning classes (GE1 above) with a business elective, in group classes, focusing on a syllabus of business topics, such as buying, selling, ordering and marketing, on five afternoons per week.
Teachers are very “ professional, helpful and they prepare the class in order not only to teach but to make people motivated
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TUITION COURSE › 30 lessons (22.5 hours) › Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 12:30 GE1 and 13:30 to 15:00 Business English class › MINIMUM LEVEL: Intermediate › CLASS SIZE: 14 maximum (average is 10)
COURSE CONTENTS For example › Complaining and apologising, delive-ry and after-sales problems › Marketing a product, market re-search, promotion and advertising › Applying for jobs and seeking pro-motion, participating in interviews › Selling and buying products, negotiating face-to face and on the phone
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Examination preparation courses
FCE/CAE STANDARD CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION PREPARATION Standard Cambridge Examination Preparation courses are specifically focused on preparing candidates to successfully complete the examinations which take place three times each year. Students can chose courses commencing either 10 weeks (for the March session) or 13 weeks (for the June and December sessions) before the scheduled examination dates.
TIMES
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 15 hours tuition per week in twenty 45 minute classes
LEVELS
FCE minimun level: Intermediate CAE minimum level: Upper Intermediate
CLASS SIZE
14 maximum
MIN. BOOKING
Course duration: 10 or 13 weeks
AVAILABLE
10 weeks before the March examination session for FCE and CAE 13 weeks before the June and December examination session for FCE and CAE
EXAMINATIONS
March, June and December
FCE/CAE INTENSIVE CAMBRIDGE EXAMINATION PREPARATION Intensive Cambridge Examination Preparation courses are specifically focused on preparing candidates to successfully complete the examinations which take place three times each year. Intensive courses take place in morning and afternoon classes, and commence four weeks before the scheduled examination dates.
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TIMES
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 13:30-15:00, 22.5 hours tuition per week in thirty 45 minute classes
LEVELS
FCE minimun level: Upper Intermediate CAE minimum level: Advanced
CLASS SIZE
14 maximum
MIN. BOOKING
Course duration: 4 weeks
AVAILABLE
FCE: 4 weeks before the July, August or November examination session CAE: 4 weeks before July, September or October examination session
EXAMINATIONS
FCE: July, August and November CAE: July, September and October
Language Galway
Students who wish to pursue the challenge of undertaking the Cambridge Examinations in English will benefi t from our Cambridge Examination Preparation STANDARD/INTENSIVE IELTS EXAMINATION PREPARATION IELTS Examination Preparation courses are specifically focused on preparing candidates to successfully complete the examinations which take place at scheduled dates several times each year.
Cambridge “ preparation course is very focused, you don’t feel you are wasting your time, every day there is something beneficial
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TIMES - STANDARD IELTS Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 15 hours per week in twenty 45 minutes classes
TIMES - INTENSIVE IELTS Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 13:30-15:00, 22.5 hours tuition per week in thirty 45 minutes classes
LEVELS Intermediate to Advanced
CLASS SIZE 14 maximum
MINIMUM BOOKING 2 weeks
AVAILABLE Year-round
EXAMINATIONS IELTS
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Teacher Trainer Refresher Courses Are you teaching? So do we. Designed specifically with the teaching
needs of primary and secondary level teachers in mind, this skills refresher course aims to help practitioners: › › ›
to keep up with recent changes and developments in language teaching to update and develop their skills to refresh and develop their command of English
Three core areas are covered by the course: › › ›
Methodology, such as lesson planning, skills, communication Advanced language analysis, including grammar, register, authentic language, pronunciation Workshops on special topics like warmers and fillers, use of video, culture, speaking
The course also comprises a social and cultural component and content can be adjusted depending on the needs and objectives of the participating teachers.
SAMPLE TIMETABLE 09:00 - 10:30
11:00 - 12:30
14:00 - 15:00
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
Introduction
Workshop
Methodology
Language analysis
Workshop
Communication Activities
Games for young learners
TPR for the primary classroom
Grammar
Songs and chants for young learners
Culture
Methodology
Workshop
Methodology
First week review
History of Galway
Teaching young learners
Warmers and fillers for young learners
Drama in the primary classroom
Culture
Workshop
Workshop
Workshop
Walking Tour of Galway
English for the primary classroom
Comparative Education
EFL resources for primary teachers
TIME
Monday to Friday, 09:00-10:30, 11:00-12:30, 15 hours tuition per week in twenty 45 minute classes plus afternoon classes and activities, and weekend excursions
MIN. LEVEL
Strong Intermediate desirable
MIN. BOOKING
2 weeks
AVAILABLE
Selected dates
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MORE INFORMATION › TEACHERS: Seperate courses for Primary School and Secondary School Teachers › CLASS SIZE: 18 maximum
UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS
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Undergraduate Foundation The International Foundation Year Programme is designed to help students who do not have the required academic/English language requirements, to gain entry to undergraduate business and information technology degree programmes at the National University of Ireland Galway ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ›
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Students must have completed the equivalent of secondary school education (generally 12 years of primary and second-ary school education) and must have achieved passes in their endof-schooling examinations. Students must at least be high school leavers with a minimum 4.5 IELTS or equivalent. The school may, if necessary, seek further verification or seek to undertake further assessments of a student’s suitability to the International Foundation Year Programme.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE › › › ›
MORE INFORMATION › TIMES: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 15:00 › CLASS SIZE: 14 maximum (average is 10)
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Start date: September Duration: 9 months – The programme consists of 4 terms with exams and assignments Core Subjects: English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, IT Skills, Study Skills Subject Modules: Business and Management or Engineering and Technology, depending on degree choice
TERM
COURSE CONTENT
HOURS
Term One 8 Weeks
Foundation English & English for Academic Purposes. Personal and Professional Development
20-25 hours per week plus self-directed study
Term Two 8 Weeks
English for Academic Purposes. IELTS Preparation. Subject Modules according to the study stream
20-25 hours per week plus selfdirected study
Term Three 8 Weeks
English for Academic Purposes. IELTS Preparation. Subject Modules according to the study stream
20-25 hours per week plus self-directed study
Term Four 9 weeks
English for Academic Purposes. Preparation for University Life. Subject Modules according to study stream
20-25 hours per week plus self-directed study
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Pre-Masters Foundation The Pre-Master Programme is designed to help students who do not have the required academic/ English language requirements, to gain entry into University Masters programmes at the National University of Ireland Galway
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS › › ›
Students must hold a primary degree. Students must at least be high school leavers with a minimum 5.0 IELTS or equivalent. The school may, if necessary, seek further verification or seek to undertake furter assessments of a student’s suitability to the Pre-Masters Foundation Programme.
COURSE CONTENTS › START DATE: September › Duration: 9 month - The programme consists of 4 terms with exams and assignments › Core Subjects: English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, IT Skills, Study Skills › Subject Modules: Business and Management, Science or Engineering and Technology, depending on degree choice › TIMES: Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 16:30 › Group tuition: 14 maximum (average is 10)
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Your Pathway Galway is a University city offering a wide range of programmes to suit all learner profiles. From Diploma to primary -degree programmes to post-graduate programmes the choice is wide
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Postgraduate Degree Programme (1 or 2 years)
JUNIOR PROGRAMMES
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International Summer Schools for Teenagers - Galway We specialise in customised courses for groups of junior students according to request. Our options for junior students incorporate tuition, accommodation, airport transfers and elective excursion and activity packages
WHY CHOOSE ATLANTIC FOR YOUR LANGUAGE HOLIDAY? › NEW Intensive English Programme for 2012 › More English classes than other junior programmes › Fun activity and excursion programme › Picturesque Galway. Population 72,000. Ireland’s premier student city. Perfect for a teenage language holiday › Meet, study, and make friends with teenagers from different nationalities
National University of Ireland Galway
Location
west coast of Ireland Galway pop. 72,000
Duration
2, 3 or 4 weeks in July
Course Age Group
11-17
Host Family Accommodation Availability
Limited places available
Distance from college
15-20 minutes by bus
Room types
twin/triple rooms
Private bathroom option
no
Number per residence
2-3 students
Meals
breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
Social Activity Programme A range of afternoon and evening activities along with half-day and full-day tours to beautiful scenic places in the West of Ireland
Airport Transfers (Private) From Dublin, 3.5 hrs. From Shannon, 2 hrs
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Family Package Programme A summer with a difference for the whole family! Experience a unique cultural and educational holiday in a fun and safe environment while discovering the beauty of the West of Ireland. Different course and activity options to suit family needs
package a afternoon and weekend schedule All students (package A or B) Study three hours each morning Monday to Friday (9:30-11:00 and 11:30-13:00)
for children 3-12 years
for parents
For teenagers
MON
Walking tour of Galway City
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
TUE
Arts & Crafts
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
WED
Brigit’s Garden nature walk
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
THU
Bowling
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
FRI
Pottery
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
SAT
Full-Day Tour – Aran Islands
MON
Aquarium
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
TUE
Outdoor Activities
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
WED
Pet Farm
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
THU
Hip Hop Dancing
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
FRI
Concert
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
SAT
Full-Day Tour – Cliffs of Moher
MON
Games world
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
TUE
Irish Dancing
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
WED
Athenry Heritage Centre – costumes + archery
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
THU
Drama – Celtic tale
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
FRI
Farewell Party
Afternoon Classes
Afternoon Classes
SAT
Full-Day – Bunratty Castle
Introduction
› Suitable for parents with children aged 3 – 17 years › Class sizes are subject to minimum 8, maximum 15 per class
COURSE DATES ›
Our Family Package Programme runs for 7 weeks. The minimum available programme is 2 weeks. One-week bookings upon request. Start and finish dates of the Family Package Programme are as follows:
Student groupings Three categories of students: 1. Children 3 to 12 years 2. Teens 13 to 17 years 3. Adults 18+
We place students in appropriate English level based on linguistic ability, entry test and/or age. For example, children aged 4-6 years form a group as do children aged 7-9 and 10-12 years. Teenagers are grouped in a similar way based on English competency and age, as are parents. Children, teens and parents are never taught in the same classroom situation.
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Home Tuition The smaller the classes, the bigger the learning outcomes. This makes Home Tuition the ideal course option for all those who seek to improve their English in a short and effective manner. A complete immersion into Irish life TUITION
This programme includes 30 lessons tuition per week. Classes are taken in small groups of 2 or 3 students in the teacher’s house. Additionally, students join the International Summer School for Teenagers in the afternoon for 1.5 hours group tuition about Irish Culture etc. all weekdays. All teachers have university degrees and are fully qualified in teaching English as a foreign language. Many of them have travelled the world and taught English to students abroad.
ACTIVITIES
Any learning in class is greatly enhanced when students are involved in social events and activities. To ensure that students have an exceptional experience, students will join the International Summer School for Teenagers for extra activities and two weekend excursion, one of which is with their family. Activities and events include:
TESTIMONIAL MY EXPERIENCE “I travelled with my friend Andrea; at first I thought we would never learn anything as we were together but I really wanted to go… classes were fantastic and I learnt a lot. My family was lovely and my classes were really stimulating. ” María GONZALO SPAIN
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World Cup Soccer Competition Irish Music and Dance English Language Quiz Movie Night Talent Show
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Karaoke Night Greyhound Racing Bowling Disco
ACCOMMODATION
Students will be staying in their teacher’s house, experiencing an intensive immersion into the Irish life. They will be accommodated in twin and triple rooms together with 1 or 2 other international students having full-board all week. Nationalities will be mixed to guarantee that no more than 2 students of the same nationality stay with one family.
MORE › AVAILABLE: July and August › AGE: 14 - 17 years › CLASS SIZE: max. 3 students (average is 2) › MINIMUM BOOKING: 2 weeks
Our families are carefully selected and are experienced in hosting international students. Most families live in areas around the National University of Ireland Galway, which makes it easy and convenient for the student to join the classes and the activity programme of the International Summer School for Teenagers.
monday
tuesday
wednesday
08:00 - 08:30
Breakfast with teacher
09:00 - 13:00
Class at teacher’s house
13:30 - 14:00
Lunch with teacher
14:15 - 15:45
Class at International Summer School for Teenagers
18:30 - 19:00
Dinner with teacher
20:00 - 22:00
Disco
Optional Activity
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Bowling
thursday
friday
Free afternoon
Optional Activity
Greyhound Racing
saturday
Full-day excursion with International Summer School for Teenagers
sunday
Weekend trip with teacher and their family
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Short-Stay Programmes We specialise in customised courses for groups of junior students according to request. Our options for junior students incorporate tuition, accommodation, airport transfers and elective excursion and activity packages LOCATION
Classes take place at Atlantic Language Galway Adult School. On some occasions additional classrooms are rented at Park College, a private school located seven minutes walk from our adult centre.
TUITION AND PROJECT WORK
20 lessons (15 hours) English language tuition per week, materials provided Speaking, reading, listening and writing with emphasis on effective everyday communication skills Lessons on Ireland, Irish history, culture and geography of the island Project work suited to the students’ needs for their academic year in their native country.
ACCOMMODATION Host Family Accoommodation
Residential Accommodation
15/20 minutes bus ride from city centre and school
4 minutes walk from school
Twin-triple rooms, 2/3 students per room
Triple/family room, 3/4 students per en-suite room
Friendly local families
Local *** Hotel
Breakfast, Packed lunch and evening meal each day
AIRPORT TRANSFERS AND GALWAY CITY BUS PASS
Return private coach transfers from Dublin and Shannon Airports for groups City bus pass available for city centre travel.
IRISH CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Afternoon activities such as a Galway walking tour, treasure hunt, drama, Irish music, Gaelic football and hurling Evening activities with, for example, bowling, cinema, greyhound racing Full day tours to locations such as the Burren, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands or Connemara.
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT ...for more information on Short-stay Group Language Holidays or to discuss your requirements please contact the school’s Short-stays and Groups Coordinator.
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High School Year International education is nothing new for Ireland: Irish monasteries were recognised as important centres of education some one thousand five hundred years ago. This tradition has continued through the ages and many International students are nowadays travelling from across the globe to study in Ireland and use the opportunities the Irish Education System has to offer
WHO? › Students who want to improve their spoken and written English › Students who are excited about experiencing the Irish Way of Life › Students who intend to study at an Irish or UK University (It is usually recommended to stay for 2 Academic Years)
WHERE? › Galway city at the West Coast of Ireland › Selected private and public co-educational secondary schools
WHAT? Study a term or an Academic Year at an Irish Secondary School
TERM
PUBLIC SCHOOL
PRIVATE SCHOOL
Term One
26 Aug to 22 Dec 2010
01 Sept to 19 Dec 2010
Term Two
10 Jan to 15 Apr 2011
10 Jan to 21 Apr 2011
Term Three
03 May to 03 Jun 2011*
02 May to 29 May 2011
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SCHOOL TYPE
DURATION
ENTRY
Public School + Homestay
1, 2, 3 terms*
EU**
Private School + Homestay
1, 2, 3 terms
ALL
* The 1-term option is not available for the last term during the school year. ** Non-EU students who do not require a Visa to enter Ireland can also join this programme.
ACCOMMODATION
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Accommodation Atlantic Language Galway provides year-round accommodation in our modern school-managed selfcatering apartments. Accommodation is also provided by the school with selected host families. Quality hotels, bed and breakfast and hostel accommodation can also be booked on request
Atlantic Language Galway is pleased to be able to offer a range of its own accommodation, all of which is comfortably furnished and maintained offering students the freedom of catering for themselves. The school’s accommodation services coordinate mixed nationalities in each location: while making new friends, this has a great impact on cultural awareness and learning. School accommodation is strictly available on a Saturday to Saturday basis. It is not possible to offer extra nights of accommodation.
School Apartments
Exclusively for students of Atlantic Language Galway, the school provides superb high-grade accommodation in 2 and 3 bedroom apartments within a 15-minute walk from the school and the city centre.
School Townhouses
Located in the heart of the city and surrounded by all of the city’s amenities, we offer 2 bedroom townhouses which are only 5 minutes walk from the school.
City Centre School Apartments
Convenient to the school and all that the city has to offer by day and by night are the centrally located 3-bedroomed dockfront apartments.
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TESTIMONIAL MY ACCOMMODATION “My accommodation was fantastic. My host family treated me like another daughter and made me feel like i were at home. i hope to come back to Ireland to visit them ” Viviana RIVERA OSORIO COLOMBIA
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TESTIMONIAL MY HOST FAMILY “My accommodation was perfect. Actually my host family in my first month was the best experience I could have arriving in a different city and country. warm family, clean house, good food, perfect room!”
Sandra MANCEBO Sao Paulo BRAZIL
HOST FAMILY
The school offers home stay accommodation with selected friendly and welcoming local host families. During the week accommodation is half-board, offering breakfast and an evening meal, while at weekends full-board accommodation is offered. All host families are located near to a city bus route, each of which arrives at the city’s main square only a couple of minutes from the school. Host family accommodation is available from Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday. Extra nights are also available on request.
HOTEL OR BED AND BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATION
Atlantic Language Galway has partnered with a number of carefully selected quality hotels and bed and breakfasts to offer some amazing nightly and weekly rates. Bookings can be directed through the school by request at the time of course booking.
My accommodation “ was perfect, it was clean, big, with amazing views and near to the school, just 5 minutes!
” Danae, SAN ROMAN, Guadalajara, SPAIN
HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
Located just across the street from the school, this option suits those who want to combine a prime English language holiday with very affordable accommodation. The hostel offers 4-6 bed dormitories each with their own private bathroom. Students are served a continental breakfast each morning of their stay. A fully equipped modern kitchen is also available for students’ use on a self-catering basis. The options of lunch and/or evening meals are available in a local restaurant.
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A student’s first day A personal welcome awaits each student on their first day. Before taking the level test, students are shown around the school and receive a brief presentation of the activities available in the school before starting their classes
Each student is personally welcomed on
their arrival at the school and receives a welcome pack prepared specially and addressed in their name. This pack contains an individual student card as well as a student handbook, maps and guides to help new students settle in to life in Galway. Students, on their first day, attend a short orientation session where they have a chance to meet other new students and be introduced to various school staff members who are available at all times to assist students in whatever way possible. During the afternoon of the first day there is an opportunity to take a guided walking tour of the city in the company of the school’s Student Welfare Officer, giving the opportunity to get to know the city and make Galway their home from home. We believe that feedback is important as it helps us provide a better experience and
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service for our students. For this reason students are encouraged to complete a questionnaire after their first week and to make suggestions to the school.
FEEDBACK
It is important to us to learn how students find their experience of Atlantic Language Galway so that we may improve what we do. Students are given the opportunity to let us know what they think by: › › ›
Completing our ‘Talk to Us’ question naire at the start of week 2 Being invited to meet with Accommodation Managers, Teaching Staff, Administration and Marketing at any time they wish Completing an Exit Questionnaire
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Social Activity Programme At Atlantic Language Galway you will always find something exciting to do. Learn about Irish culture, enjoy a pub night with live music, try out Irish language, join our book club, learn to play Gaelic football, and discover the beauty of the West of Ireland with excursions and adventures Nobody doubts that the West of Ireland is distinctive in terms of its
landscape and environment and also with its culture, heritage and warmth. At Atlantic Language Galway we encourage our students to discover what the West has to offer. We are very proud of our place in the world and are delighted to show it off but we also know that the learning that students do in the school is greatly enhanced when they are involved in social events and activities. In many ways the magnificent landscape, the cozy pubs and the friendly people of the West are an extension of the school where students continue to learn about Irish culture and heritage while practicing and developing their language skills in the real world. To ensure that students can have an exceptional experience we organise weekly social and cultural events which include:
The social activities programme ...is never “boring. You have the choice between a lot of different, interesting things” › › › › › › ›
Guided walking tour of Galway city Day tours to discover the stunning scenery of the Cliffs of Moher, the Burren, Aran Islands, Connemara, Clonmacnoise, Inish Bofin Free Irish history and culture lessons Free lessons on Gaelic football and hurling - Ireland’s unique national sports Free school-based vocabulary and pronunciation lessons The opportunity to view movies in English Pub nights out - traditional Irish music, jazz, rock ’n’ roll
We celebrate many occasions during the year with special events to mark them, including: › › › › › ›
St. Valentine’s Day St. Patrick’s Day with special workshops on Irish dancing, music and legends International Food Day Halloween The school’s Christmas party and concert International nights.
RESOURCES VISIT US AT...
With such a lively schedule of events our Student Welfare Officer is busy making sure that students are kept regularly informed on what’s happening. Being a city of festivals means that Galway has a constant line-up of wonderful events to attend. Two of the most renowned are the Galway Arts Festival and the Galway Racing Festival, both of which take place during the summer months, and attract visitors from across the globe. |
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Atlantic College Galway Atlantic College courses are accredited by nationally and internationally recognised professional and examination bodies such as FETAC, FÁS, CIPD and ACCA. A benchmarked qualification assures Atlantic College graduates of the quality of delivery and value of each course and provides employers with an objective validation of graduates’ skills, knowledge and capabilities In autumn 2009, Atlantic College extended its course programme to
include a range of part-time day and evening courses in accountancy and finance, human resource management and training, childcare, nursing and social studies. All Atlantic College courses are accredited by nationally and internationally recognised professional and examination bodies. A benchmarked qualification assures Atlantic College graduates of the quality of delivery and value of each course and provides employers with an objective validation of graduates’ skills, knowledge and capabilities.
Further Education and Training Awards Council (FETAC)
Atlantic College Galway is a FETAC registered provider. FETAC is the national awarding body for further education and training in Ireland
FAS. National Training and Employment Authority Atlantic College Galway is approved for inclusion on the FÁS/EI National Register of Trainers under registration number 903691
THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) ATLANTIC COLLEGE PROGRAMME COORDINATORS Maria McDonagh and Cathleen Hartnett
Full-Time and Part-Time Courses in › › › ›
Childcare, Nursing and Social Studies Accounting and Finance Computers and IT Human Resource Management and Training
FEATURES OF AN ATLANTIC COLLEGE EDUCATION › › › › › › ›
Small class-size ensuring tailored support and tutoring Competitive rates and flexible payment options Discounted fees Bright, modern and purpose designed training facilities Free city-centre self-study facilities Individual careers coaching and use of IT facilities Convenient location; Atlantic College in located in Galway city centre, just off Eyre Square, a two minute walk from train, bus and coach stations
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ACCA is the global body for professional accountants. The Association offers business-relevant, first-choice qualifications to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a career in accountancy, finance and management. Atlantic College Galway is a registered ACCA Learner Training Provider
THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF PERSONNEL AND DEVELOPMENT (CIPD)
CIPD is Ireland’s and the UK’s leading professional body for those involved in the management and development of people. With over 130,000 members, membership of CIPD is highly regarded by employers and CIPD programmes are internationally recognised
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