The focus of our Academic English course is to introduce you to English for academic purposes and support you in reaching the level of English language you need to study in English in a university.?
DurationThe focus of our Academic English course is to introduce you to English for academic purposes and support you in reaching the level of English language you need to study in English in a university.?
The course develops and consolidates your existing knowledge of English vocabulary as well as your grammar and English language skills. Students will also be trained to use academic lexis whilst being introduced to key study skills such as critical thinking, longer writing exercises and delivering presentations in English.
Our Academic English course is taught by and friendly teachers who will give you the individual attention you need with regular one-to-one tutorials. You will have the chance to practise your spoken English in discussions, debates, role-play, pair work and seminars.
You’ll also have the opportunity to improve your levels of academic English by listening to lectures, note taking and reading longer and more complex texts as well as writing university style essays. By enrolling in an English for academic purpose course, your future studies will be a lot more straightforward.
All students must take an entrance test for this course to ensure they are in the right class for their personal level of English. Weekly assessments help us track your progress to ensure you improve and reach your goals.
Who is this course for?
This Academic English course is suitable for students whose first language is not English who are preparing to go to university where English is the main language, who are looking to improve their English language and academic skills for their future university studies.
What topics will this course cover?
Knowledge and practice of grammar, structure and vocabulary
Listening to long, authentic extracts
Reading complex texts
Speaking on complex topics, giving presentations and participating in group discussions
Writing semi-formal letters, informal e-mails, extended answers to open questions, essays, reports and proposals
Introduction to how to organise paragraphs, reference primary and secondary resources, and how to paraphrase and summarise a text
UK cultural studies
Learning outcomes
Improve academic reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in English
Express opinions and develop ability to engage in basic discussions on complex themes
Give presentations and participate in group discussions
Improve your study skills and learn how to think critically
Gain an insight into the culture and expectations in a university in an English-speaking country
What's included?
Regular assessments and tutorials
SMART Learning trips and activities around the city to help your English progress faster
End of course Certificate of Attendance
Free Wi-Fi
Welcome pack
Student ID card
Kitchenettes in all centres
Snacks and drinks machines
24/7 emergency number
City-switch, meaning you can start your course in one city and finish it in another giving you the opportunity to discover more of the UK
Our Birmingham language centre is located in the heart of the UK’s second largest city, giving you access to a range of the city’s transport links, shopping, attractions and entertainment.
Our bright and modern Birmingham school gives you a comfortable and friendly space to learn whilst being perfectly located to allow you to explore the city.
The Bull Ring shopping centre, Birmingham Snow Hill Station and the Birmingham Art Gallery are all within walking distance. There’s also a variety of restaurants and coffee shops close to the centre where you can relax and meet friends and classmates.
The Language Gallery in the UK is part of the thriving Global University Systems group, an international network of higher education institutions where 78,000 people are currently studying around the world in 42 international locations.
Based in some of the world’s biggest cities, from London to Singapore, the group’s network is continually growing as we develop partnerships, establish new academic institutions and expand into new regions.
The Language Gallery is an English language courses and University Pathways provider with schools in London, Birmingham and Nottingham.
We pride ourselves on our internationalism and our interactive approach to learning. All of our schools are located in the centres of these landmark cities.
Our Values
The Language Gallery values are to offer equal opportunities for all staff and students, celebrating multi-culturalism and tolerance, to achieve academic excellence. We aim to provide language skills, an experience, and a sense of community to all our students.
Our Methodology and Staff
Our team of language professionals can help you to achieve your goal of studying at university. Through weekly assessments, personalised progression and tutorials, you will develop the language skills you need to progress onto university study, all with the support of our dedicated team.
We also employ a team of advisors who have an excellent knowledge of our courses and can help you every step of the way. You will learn all the skills you need for university study and be given guidance on the best university courses for you.
Why choose The Language Gallery?
Our goal is to ensure students develop the language skills they need to progress onto university study. Once you have completed your course, will even assist you in helping you to find a degree programme in the UK.
Academic Success
Our aim is to ensure students develop the language skills they need to progress to meet their English language goals.
Our goal is to give you a gateway to success, be that at work, in life in general or at a UK university.
We will support you every step of the way with our friendly and qualified staff and, for those progressing to university, our ever-growing number of university partners will give you the choices you need for your desired degree programme.
To help you reach your goals, our courses are flexible. Students can move easily between any of the English language courses we offer, all with no extra fees charged. You’ll receive:
Weekly assessments to help you understand your progress.
Regular tutorials with your teacher to discuss your development and set learning goals.
Personalised progression – moving to the next level or course as soon as you are ready
Teaching techniques that encourage independent learning and foster confidence. These are combined with the following highly effective techniques and approaches for the teaching of English:
Task Based Learning - Practical activities and tasks to help you develop and improve your language skills.
The Lexical Approach - Functional language and vocabulary for everyday life and real-life situations.
Guided Discovery - A teacher provides examples of a language item and helps the learners to find the rules themselves.
This communicative teaching approach is based on 50 years of academic research.
Student Focus
Whilst studying with us, you will also benefit from:
A friendly and sociable atmosphere with free language activities and trips in the city every week so you can have fun and make friends quickly
Trips to tourist destinations outside of the city for weekends and holidays
Social activities - different things to do with your new friends every week
24/7 on call staff - emergency telephone number given to all students
City-switch, meaning you can start your course in one city and finish it in another giving you the opportunity to discover more of the UK
Accommodation services
Airport transfers
Qualified and friendly teachers
First Aid and Welfare Officers on every site
In lingual courses you will develop your Business English four skills of learning (speaking, reading, listening, and writing) and also cross-cultural communication skills, being able to effectively interact with native speakers in real-world situations.
You will find many courses on IELTS preparation, but you also know that not every one of them can get you a good score, even if you are 100% sincere about it. So, don’t waste your time with the unaccredited ones, and have faith in the one that has achieved a great score for our students.
We fully prepare you for the IELTS exam so that you can achieve your target score. You will continue to learn English through exam practice alongside relevant grammar and vocabulary exercises.
The course brings to light how the whole world revolves around language
The international English language testing system (IELTS) is the most widely accepted English language test that uses a one-on-one speaking test to assess your English communication skills. This means that you are assessed by having a real-life conversation with a real person.
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