International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

The course provides thorough preparation for all parts of the IELTS exam. Students will benefit from teacher-led, interactive and self-study input on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students are also expected to complete regular homework

Tutor-led, interactive and self study input on the skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. The course is preparation for the IELTS exam. Exams are taken at an external organisation and will incur additional charges (The current cost of the IELTS exam at our nearest testing centre is £175).

The maximum class size for the part-time IELTS programme is 15 learners.

When are the classes?

Classes are on a Wednesday 2.00pm-5.00pm (including 15-minute break).

Qualification

There is no pass mark for IELTS. Students are graded on a scale 1 to 9.

Social Programme

While studying with Colchester Institute students can take part in trips, visits and activities organised by the college. These may include ten pin bowling, ice skating, theatre productions – costs will be between £6 and £10. There are also day trips to London, Cambridge or Brighton costing approximately £20 including travel.

Minimum English language requirement: B1 – Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or ESOL Skills for Life framework Entry 3.

The minimum age for enrolment on the part-time IELTS programme is 16 years old.

The IELTS exam is taken externally through British Council Accredited Exam Centres. Please follow this link to find your nearest centre.

Holidays and Vacations

If you study between September – December:  

1 week holiday 28 October – 1 November

If you study between January – June:                 

1 week holiday 17 February – 21 February

2 weeks holiday 6 April – 17 April

For further information please contact Admissions:

Telephone: +44 (0) 1206 712777. Email efl@colchester.ac.uk

Information published is correct at the time of printing; Colchester Institute reserves the right to amend information as and when necessary. Colchester Institute will not take responsibility for any changes that may result in students having to cease their studies.

Students who achieve the appropriate score will be able to attend university or college in the UK but also in other countries where English is the first language

Many students at Colchester Institute are under 18. In the English Language department, we have a mixture: some students are under 18 and some are adults. You may be in a class with some adult students. They will welcome you and help you with your studies. Your teachers will also work hard to keep you safe.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Colchester Institute believes the health and safety of all our students is important. All of the English Language staff are trained to help keep students safe, happy and healthy in college.

Well-being and keeping safe

Bullying [using words or actions to make someone feel bad] is not allowed in the college. The College is committed to making our classes a place where all students are respected and where bullying is not allowed. If a student has a problem or complaint, we will listen to them and work to solve the problem quickly and fairly.

What should I do if I have a problem?

If a student has a problem or complaint they should speak to their teacher or the Student Services Welfare Team (Ground Floor, Main Building, Colchester Institute). At The College at Braintree, please go to Student Services A56. Student Services are very good at solving students’ problems.

We hope you will enjoy your studies with us and that you will always feel safe and happy to study here.

You need to arrange where you are going to live during your studies before you arrive in the UK. Colchester Institute is able to offer accommodation to students but it is limited depending on demand.